Erol immigrated to America from Turkey to live out the 'American dream.' Over the years he hard, started his own business and showed me the the value of hard work, determination, and entrepreneurship. In the 1970's, Erol served in the Turkish Navy, where he found his love for the ocean. He operated the Navy Ship's communication center, as a Communication Officer, creating relationships with other servicemen all over the world. Through his journeys in the Navy, he discovered his love of America and decided to move here to start a life of his own. In 1983, he officially moved to New York and started his own 2 Way Radio Repair and Installation company. His passion showed through his hard work and many NYC School Bus Companies reached out to hire him as their go to 'radio guy.' Fixing and Programming radios had been my Father's life. I fondly look back at my childhood memories and see him in his repair shop working hard to make a living for his family.
Erol had a great sense of humor and was an incredible father. He was strong, loving, kind and special in many ways. He was the life of the party. Despite his passing, Erol’s legacy will live on through the memories he created with those he loved. I cherish every moment I got to spend with him over the past several years as both his daughter and his caregiver. Rest In Peace Babacim.
Alzheimer’s isn’t stopping and neither are we. By participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, I’m raising funds and awareness to advance the fight against this disease — funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association® to provide 24/7 care and support while accelerating critical research.
Families facing Alzheimer’s and all other dementia need us now more than ever — and with your help, we can be there for them. Please make a donation or register as a participant and start your own fundraising. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s disease.
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-Deniz Kilic
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