Michael Aronson Obituary

Age - 84

October 9, 2023

Belmont, MA

ARONSON, Michael A of Belmont passed away peacefully, October 7, 2023 at home, with his beloved wife of 25 years, Linda Leet Howe by his side Brother of Paul Aronson Mike was an academic editor for the Harvard University Press As requested, there are no services Contributions in Michael's name to PETA org would be sincerely appreciated swdfuneralhome com To to the family or in memory of Michael A Aronson, please

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