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Noah Simring Obituary

SIMRING-Noah Lior. Took his own life on his 21st birthday. Adored by his parents, Ruth and James, and sister Mia. He will be remembered as a talented musican, avid audiophile, scientist, barista and poet. Funeral service Monday, July 31, 12:30 pm, at ``The Riverside,'' 180 W. 76th St, NYC. Donations in his memory to Horace Mann School or Children International.

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 31, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Noah Simring

Sponsored by Ruth Simring.

52 Entries

inkysfriend

April 21, 2014

walking down 3rd avenue today & thinking about you, noah. miss you.

Andrew Hauner

November 16, 2011

http://soulman.org/noah_simring.html

Sara Akant

October 14, 2008

I believe I met Noah only once, although that is so difficult to imagine now, considering the extent to which I was (and continue to be) intrigued and inspired by him.
In summer '00, we took one of Camp Chingachgook’s Adventure Trips together. Almost everything he said and did remains vivid in my mind, but in particular I remember how, during the frequent uneventful and mediocre moments- walking along a muddy trail, riding in a smelly van, or floating down a river- Noah would (somehow) make me laugh uncontrollably by softly singing this song that went “doo-doo-doo-doo-doo”, repeatedly, which he would then suddenly interrupt with a “blah!”, as if someone were mindlessly walking along and tripping over themselves intermittently. He said it was from a Metallica music video or something, but I always associated it with his own nuanced creativity and striking individuality.

After the trip, I continued to talk to Noah through AIM, and felt as though we discovered and developed, for a short span of time, a newly profound connection through the indulgent medium of written language. During our conversations, which often lasted hours, Noah expressed an intelligence and curiosity that truly inspired me to look deep down into things. His imaginative wit was often tinted with chillingly dark-and-down sentiments, which in my own isolation and depression, only made me feel closer to him, and more attune to myself. When I knew I was going to Wesleyan, I got in touch with Noah again, but he told me that he had already transferred to Vermont, and we lost touch completely.

Hearing about his death plucked a deep and thick chord in my heart that has not, and probably will not, cease to vibrate with thoughts and sadness. In his memory, I have written poems, downloaded and listened to Ghostcloud, and taken up the piano myself, but nothing changes the utter remorse I feel in knowing that one of the most interesting people I’ve met, even briefly, is gone. My love goes out to the entire Simring family- Mia Ruth, and Jim- I cannot possibly imagine how painful this has been for you. I will continue to be influenced and inspired by Noah, and remember him always.

Alexis Darling

July 6, 2007

I did not know Noah personally, but after learning about his special life through the newspaper I was drawn to his poetry; which I have been greatly touched by. His writings are so articulate and observant. The world would be blessed if any further writings would be published.
My condolences to all of his family and friends.

Lori Sanger Tull

February 1, 2007

Dear Ruth and Jim,
I was so sorry to hear about Noah yesterday. My heart goes out to you both.

Dane Anthony

September 25, 2006

"Dude, can I borrow a q-tip?"-Noah
"Sure bro, go ahead."-me
"Ooooo!"-Noah
"You ok bro?"-me
"Yeaaaa. You know when you clean out your ears with a q-tip, you get this euphoric feeling that just comes over your entire body? It's just the best feeling! There's just nothing like it!"-Noah

This is just one of the many funny conversations Noah and I would have in Cambodia, where he was my roommate in Siem Reap. That kid was always thinking and sharing his fresh perspective on life with me. We always seemed to end up laughing ourselves to sleep at night. Those late night chuckles...no wonder it was so hard to wake him up in the morning.

Sophie Kerman

September 24, 2006

Noah was one of the people who, probably without knowing it, got me through my junior year (his senior year) of high school. We shared our first two classes, French and Calculus, and every morning we'd walk up from the theater lobby, get two cups of hot chocolate, and make fun of our French teacher on the way to class (which we'd always be just a little bit late to). His friendship and crazy sense of humor was one of my favorite parts of that year. I regret having lost touch with him once he left for college - he was a wonderful friend and is greatly missed.

Margie Kavanau

September 21, 2006

A young beautiful life snuffed out -- by what??? I struggle to comprehend such a final act.

As a longtime friend of a remarkable and special Ruth and her family, their pain is unthinkable and I wish to -- but cannot -- take it away. Noah, their son, he wrestled with life, seeking to communicate, to gain footing, trying to find some way to live. I regret not having the chance to know him better. He was very special.

Grief too has a life of its own. Endless excruciating moments. How can we help? And how could Noah be helped?

I know many who were deeply affected by the NYTimes article. I applaud its impact:

It shook, touched, resonated,

and raised more unanswered questions.

My heart goes out to Ruth, Jim, Mia, and all those who loved Noah so very much, with all their heart.

Alyssa Greenwald

September 21, 2006

Dear Simring Family,

I wanted to write to let you know that I am thinking of you. It has been several years since I have seen any of you, and I last spoke to Mia a few years ago over e-mail when I was in Japan studying and she was going to be going there soon. However, I can't imagine what my childhood would have been like without your family. I remember Noah quite fondly from Horace Mann, my several playdates at your house or the wonderful birthday parties you used to have. Any friend of Mia's certainly knew Noah because they had a very special brother-sister bond that was clear to anyone who knew them. Today I opened the New York Times and saw the article about Noah and a wave of sadness washed over me and I wanted to write and express my deepest condolences for your loss.

Ruthie Birger

August 29, 2006

Noah and I met in geometry class at Horace Mann. Within a few months he was one of my best friends in high school and we bonded over everything from the schoolbus home to ellipses and centroids of triangles to swing dancing at Irving Plaza to music choices. I will never forget how Noah totally stole the show in the zany HM production of an Aristophanes play. His role was just a silent palace guard but most of the audience was watching him as he improvised hysterical stunts like eating paper and baton-twirling. I lost touch with Noah after finishing high school but we had met up again earlier this summer and I had seen him again a few weeks before we passed away. He had changed a lot but the fascinated boy I had become friends with originally was still there peeking out at me as he enthusiastically played his records and his piano. I still can't believe this has happened, Noah there is a gaping whole in my heart for you and there always will be. To the Simrings, all my condolences and my thoughts are with you.

Barbara, Dan and Ann Heffernan

August 25, 2006

Dear Ruth,

We met at Wesleyen, first through the parents's website and then in person at parent's weekend in 2003. Ann, our daughter was in the same year as Noah. We talked about the transition to university for our 2 teenagers and the challenges they faced. Annie has kept me appraised of Noah's activities after his freshman year. I was devastated to learn just last night (Aug 25th) that he had tragically passed away in July. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Stephanie Calmenson

August 18, 2006

Having been "introduced" to Noah by Ronnie and Lainie, Mark and I came to how special a person was and how he touched the world. We will keep him alive in our hearts and send our love to Ruth, Jim and Mia.

Natalie Dushney

August 17, 2006

On our trip to volunteer in Cambodia, I had the great pleasure of getting to know Noah. Being the youngest in the group, I would tease him about being the "Young 'Un", but he took my ribbing and other things in stride. He was pretty composed - quiet and contemplative - very unusual for a 20 year old, I thought.

Noah and I talked quite a bit during our trip; we talked about religion (he clarified a lot about Judaism), and our families (I was slightly jealous of the bond that he and Mia shared), the craziness of life and how this trip was affecting us. I learned that Noah could swing dance and that he composed guitar/piano music. Such brilliance, but he always seemed off in his other world. I always wondered what he was thinking about when he would stare off into space.

Noah was with me when a street kid scammed me and he shared my helplessness/anger/frustration. The same night, he was accosted by a friendly, if not a bit aggressive, landmine victim who liked to touch Noah with his stumps. I saw a bit of uncertainty in Noah's eyes, but he didn't flinch or run away. He stood there with the man, communicating without language. I was humbled by this.

After Cambodia, Noah stayed with Mia in Japan for several weeks and I was supposed to meet up with them for one night. I had a busy schedule that weekend (rare!), and unfortunately didn't meet up with them. Now, silent pangs of regret haunt me from time to time. I should've made the time to see them.

I don't know why Noah chose to end his life, but I hope that he realized he was a very special person to many people. I hope that he knew he was loved. My deepest prayers and sympathies to Mia and her family. There is now a bright new star in the sky.

Emily Kaplan

August 16, 2006

Noah was alive to me through Pepe's wonderful stories. He added so much to her life. Heartfelt condolences to your family

Deborah & Leonard Schwartz

August 15, 2006

Dear Dr.s Simring & Mia:

Words cannot express the depth of sadness we feel at the loss of your beloved Noah. Our thoughts prayers continue to be with you at this time and always.

Joshua Bernstein

August 14, 2006

I can't believe this is real. When we had parted ways in the airport in Cambodia, we had made plans to meet up in NYC come this fall. Before the Shiva, the last time I had recited the Hebrew prayer for mourning was with Noah in the killing fields in Penom Phen.

Noah was blessed by many people who loved him. Speaking with his family and friends, that comes through. It is amazing how much he had done and how many people he had touched in his life. There was a table set out with pictures of him around the world. Next to that table was a crate full of records he had made. His friends spoke of a gifted musician and poet. His grandfather told me they had been planning a family dinner for him this week. Everyone had been planning, hoping and expecting to see him again.

My deepest condolences to Mia and the Simring family.

Daniela Papi

August 13, 2006

Dear Simrings -

Noah was such a wonderful addition to our Cambodian volunteer team. During the trip he was so compassionate, wanting to help everyone he met, and such a joy to be around. We all fell in love with Noah, his sly smile, his brilliance, his bond with Mia which all of us who have siblings were so inspired by. He lives on in our memories. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Norma Resto

August 10, 2006

Dear Drs. J. and R. Simring:

My heart goes out to your family. I read the article in the newspaper and felt your pain. I placed myself in your shoes and I think I would have died. I was a former patient of Mr. Simring. May Jehovah bless/guide your family and find peace. Your son was a beautiful person who made a difference in this life. The article touched my heart. I live with depression and I decided to live life day to day in order to survive.

Meredith Sadin

August 8, 2006

Dear Simring Family,

I just wanted to write to let you know I am thinking of you. It has been years since seeing any of you, but the impression you made on me still resonates. You are the family that taught me good dental hygiene; the family that always had the most wonderful, creative and highly anticipated birthday parties; the family that inspired the most hare-brained and inventive games of make-believe an elementary schooler could hope to find; and most importantly, the family that taught me how to treat a younger brother with inclusion, humor and tenderness. I am so saddened by your loss, but want you to know that I remember Noah incredibly fondly, as he was often underfoot during those long afternoons I spent at your home as a child.

caren Sanger

August 7, 2006

Dear Jim,Ruth and Mia

our thoughts are with You.

fondly, Caren Sanger and family

Jon Gratch

August 7, 2006

Noah and I became friends during our last year together at Horace Mann. We both shared the joy of a class with Ms. Bahr called Man Underground. We loved to discuss Dostoyevsky's Notes from the Underground and Noah always understood the protagonist's thoughts as the rest of the class struggled to grasp the existentialist philosophy. He had a very creative and esoteric perspective that many of us greatly appreciated. I am happy to have interacted with such a bright and honest soul. Thank you Noah.

My deepest condolences to his family.

Lara Fabian

August 6, 2006

Dear Simrings, all my deepest sympathy to your family right now-- from a classmate of Noah's. Take care.

Susan Vrona Bejina

August 6, 2006

Dear Drs Ruth and James Simring and family,

Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your son. We hope that knowing that we are thinking of you can give you some small measure of comfort.

Warmly,

Susan and Fred Bejina

Mitchell

August 5, 2006

Noah was a special person--larger than life--filled with a powerful energy. I did not know him well and yet even from a distance...I felt it. He was about 13 when I met him. I think at the Brotherhood Synagogue. The usual chit chat and then I commented about the striking clothes he wore.He told me that he designed his own clothes. I was intrigued. Later I heard about his musical virtuosity, intellectual capabilities, and endearing eccentricities. I continued to be fascinated.It seems that he was searching...searching for something greater...and in the process he brought something greater into the world. I wish the family strength.

Abigail Newman

August 5, 2006

In my mind, Noah is always 12, because that is when I met him at Rockinghorse Ranch in upstate New York over the Easter weekend. I don't need to close my eyes or think hard to remember the adorable boy I met there but I usually laugh when I do. I see Noah taking place in the Easter Races, which meant he took firm hold of a miniture golf club, aimed it at a plastic egg the size of a large football, and wacked it as hard as he could across a field. He was absolutely awful. Instead of staying within the game's boundaries, he disappeared over the hill and reappeared several moments later, trying desperately to catch the other kids with no luck. I was laughing so hard I could barely complete my own lap. We lost race after race, from balancing an egg on a spoon to passing carrots from person to person, partly due to the fact that we were hysterically giggling.

When the ribbons were given out, our placing was announced: last, by miles. Our parents applauded, also giggling.

Noah jumped to his feet, waving his hands in the air, accepted his ribbon, and screamed his head off as though he had won the gold in the Olympics.

Later that same day, my family, Noah and Mrs. Simring went to lunch together. Standing in line waiting for a table, Noah started to impress me, telling stories of his rock band and how well he plays the guitar, creating his rock star image. Mrs. Simring choose that moment to put her head inbetween ours and announce, "He plays classical piano, too." He looked absolutely horrified as his rock image vanished and he turned red, yelping "Mom!" as I began to giggle.

This is the Noah I remember and I will never forget him.

janine iversen

August 5, 2006

We are all just passing through these spaces, which is a comfort. Noah inhabited a flash glitter speck in my short time so far, so blinding, and who else, those who have heard his songs, He’s going on now just as we are all just passing through. We are strangely in our own life, with these bodies. We will all meet again.

Love is very a persuasive force.

Charles Worrall

August 4, 2006

Dear Simrings and friends of Noah, I am so sorry for your loss. I taught Noah geometry when he was a wide-eyed 9th grader tucked in a seat way in the back corner of my classroom. As someone said at the funeral, he was forever a little boy. His innocence, pure curiosity, and penetrating intelligence were a constant joy. I've looked back at the class list, and it was a class full of amazing kids, several of whom were there on Monday. I am deeply saddened, but I can't help but feel a tiny bit good to be reminded of those kids, and of how many amazing kids were at the funeral. I'm sure Noah made many, many other friends in his life, but many I saw Monday from HM were among the most remarkable kids I have ever known there. I can't offer you much, but I can say that Noah was surrounded by extraordinary people. I am so sorry.

Lesley Levine

August 4, 2006

Dear Simrings,

We are deeply saddened to hear of Noah's passing. Noah was in Adam's "Foundations" class in 7th grade at HM, Adam's first year there. He was one of the few kids at HM who made the effort to attend Adam's Bar Mitzvah. Noah was a truly nice, talented kid. You have our sincerest sympathy. Lesley Levine, Ed Weinberg and Adam Levine-Weinberg

Thomas La Farge

August 4, 2006

Dear Simrings, I haven't got words to bring to Noah's death, except to say how sorry I am and how much I'll miss him. He was a great guy, big-hearted and loveable. I'm with you in your grief.

J. Mc

August 4, 2006

May your happy memories of Noah offer your family comfort. Something brought me to find the article about your son on the web and it touched my heart. I can only imagine the pain you are feeling for I have a little boy myself. I pray for your peace and that Noah never feels the pain of "darkness" again.

G E

August 4, 2006

I knew Noah in High School. I was a few years younger than he was and we were in the same circle of friends. I will always remember him and the effect he had on me. Without knowing it, he taught me more than anyone else had in my entire high school experience. I will never forget him.

Joanne Moroney

August 4, 2006

Dear Ruth, Jim and Mia, Noah could not have been part of a more wonderful family. As he was a gift to you, you were equally a gift to him. We are so sorry about this and send our love. John and Joanne Moroney

Robin

August 3, 2006

I never met your son, but the story about him and his cat Spike moved me to tears. Noah sounded like an incredibly talented individual, and it is truly a loss when someone so wonderful leaves us so prematurely. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Melissa

August 3, 2006

I was very deeply moved and saddened to hear about your loss on Tuesday. I started crying while reading the paper even though I had never met Noah. He truely sounded amazing as well as extremely beloved. I hope that memories of him bring you joy while you are mourning. We are strangers, but your family remains in my thoughts.

Joe Fischel

August 3, 2006

To the Simring Family~ I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Mia, my love and blessings go out to you -- it has been many years since we have talked, but please email me if you would like. I wish you strength and courage in your mourning. With love,

Adelle

August 3, 2006

Dear Simring Family,

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I read about your son in the Daily News and was very touched by his story. I myself has suffered from depressiong and hearing his story really makes me evaluate my feelings. I really hope that we will prevent further tragedies like this.

Ruth Simring

August 2, 2006

I want to send my sincere thanks to everyone for their outpouring of grief and love. Please continue to contact us. We are devastated. We never waivered in our love for our Noah. Our hearts are broken.

Richie Love

August 2, 2006

I just read about your loss. The story about Noah and his cat Spike was beautiful. I wish you all the strength and courage you need to get through this pain. Know you are all in prayers. Best Wishes

Elise Klimchuk

August 2, 2006

My heart goes out to your family and those who loved Noah deeply. I met Noah a few times & though he may never know this, his tragic loss has changed me forever. Watching my little brother (Steve K,) mourn the loss of Noah speaks of how your son (& brother) touhed the lives of those around him. My prayers are with you all

Fruma Wainer

August 2, 2006

Dear Simring Family,

I was so saddened to hear of your loss. We will remember Noah as a kind and thoughtful young man, who was often my Shabbos guest in Burlington. I am privileged to also have the special memory of Noah and hisfather attending the Simcha of my son's wedding in Crown Heights last Tishrei. I wish you Brachas and Blessings for comfort at this time.

Regards,

Fruma Wainer

Andy Lopez

August 2, 2006

I will always remember Noah for being the first person to accept and reach out to me as a friend in the Horace Mann Community during my freshman year while riding the 2nd/3rd Ave buses to and from school. I was lucky enough to share at least four classes with him through high school and got to learn what an incredibly bright, funny, and caring person he was.

My heart and prayers go to him and his whole family during this trying time.

Denys Colombani

August 2, 2006

Though I have never met Noah, nor anyone in his family. I did read the news article in the paper. It was very touching and I am truely sorry for your lost. I wish your family the best during such a time, and will keep you in my prayers.

Robert

August 2, 2006

I read about your son in the Daily News today, in Mike Daly's column. He sounded like a wonderful person; I was very much touched by the description of him in the column. May G-d send you comfort for your loss.

Sandy Pumar-Martinez

August 2, 2006

Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences at your loss. My son Michael was very close to Noah while they were classmates and this loss has touched us all.

Bob & Sharon Meetsma

August 1, 2006

We mourn the loss of your beautiful boy.

Alan Safron

August 1, 2006

Please accept my condolences. As a former patient of Ruth's I can remember hearing about Noah and Mia as they advanced through school and life. My heart goes out to you at this sad time.

Alan Safron

Richard Younger and family

July 31, 2006

Our hearts and thoughts are with Ruth, Jim and Mia at this time of great sadness. Noah's music and spirit were a blessing and will remain in our hearts.

Laura Gentile

July 31, 2006

I love you all so very much. My broken heart is with you.

Leslie

July 31, 2006

To the Simring Family: As I think of Noa, I most vividly remember him as a second grader, drawing pictures of wild racecars and out-of-this-world Hotrods...always a creative, interesting, and warm person.

Rya Heines

July 31, 2006

I was very sorry to hear of your son Noah's passing. May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rya Newman Heines

Rebecca Grunwald

July 31, 2006

Noah was a talented special young man. We remember him most vividly as a small boy, in the halls of our building. We loved watching him grow up and are filled with sadness that he is no longer with us. Our hearts are with Ruth, Jim and Mia - as well as with Noah. With sadness and love. Rebecca and Peter Grunwald, Eric Rasmussen, Lois Rasmussen

Ronnie Schultz

July 31, 2006

Noah will forever be in the hearts of Ronnie and Lainie. Having known Noah most of his life we knew how special and beloved he was. We will miss you everyday.

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