WEST CHESTER – Eugene "Gene" Hendel passed away on June 30, 2024. Gene was a man who was anything but ordinary, and it makes no sense to write a generic obituary for a legend such as him. He's probably shaking his head right now, saying, "I asked for simple!"
Gene spent 50 years in the toy industry, working with giants like Kenner, Mattel, Hasbro, and Tiger Electronics. His family was so proud when he decided to launch his own company, Gene Hendel Associates, as a manufacturer's rep. It was a huge leap of faith with a wife, two kids, and a dog to care for, but given his stellar reputation and work ethic, he thrived and became more successful than ever.
Gene's love for his family was unwavering. He and his beloved wife, Susan, met in California at their apartment complex when Gene boldly introduced himself to Susan at the pool with a stack of newspapers in hand; the rest, as they say, is history. They raised two daughters, Lisa Hendel Petty and Kerry Hendel, and doted on their grandchi

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