Sad News – Avery Plaw z’l

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of Avery Plaw z’l, brother of Temple Sholom member Joshua Plaw (Nancy Lis Plaw), on January 21, 2020 in Providence, Rhode Island.

Avery was the devoted and beloved husband of Jane Danek, father of Alexandra (Sasha) and Michaela Plaw (Misha), and son of the late Gilbert Plaw, Charlotte (Bullock) and Catherine (Shavick).

He was also the beloved brother of Sara Plaw (Stephen Ibbott) and Joshua Plaw (Nancy Lis Plaw) and brother-in-law of Eric Danek (Preeti Anand).
Treasured uncle of Eda, Benno, Chris, Charlie, Baron and Andy.
Cherished nephew of Anita Lapof (Ray), Margaret Shavick (Stephen Wallace) and the late Danya and Richard Pelzman.

Born in Milford, Massachusetts, Avery spent his early years in Canada. A graduate of St. George’s school, Montreal, followed by Trinity College at the University of Toronto, he completed his doctorate at McGill University.
A passionate scholar and teacher, Avery was an esteemed professor of Political Science at the University of Massachusetts (Dartmouth).

The funeral services were held in Rhode Island.
We send our heartfelt condolences to Joshua, Nancy and family, along with Avery’s entire family and friends.

May His Memory Be For a Blessing.