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Paul Margulies Obituary
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Paul Margulies passed away on Oct. 7, 2014. He was 79.He was a tremendous leader in the Anthroposophical community. A great teacher and passionate student of Rudolf Steiner. He will be remembered for his never ending friendship, his spectacular sense of humor and joke telling, and his kindness to all who met him. He leaves behind his wife, Victoria his three daughters, Alexandra, Rachel and Julianna, his brother, Michael his sister-in-law, Judy Margulies and his five grandchildren. FUNERAL NOTICE: In lieu of flowers, Paul would want donations to be made to the Great Barrington Rudolf Steiner School Scholarship fund at http://gbrss.org/ or checks may be mailed to 35 West Plain Road Great Barrington, Mass. 01230. His funeral will be held on Friday, Oct. 10, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. at the Christian Community Church, 10 Green River Lane, Hillsdale, NY 12579. Condolences may be made through birchesroyfuneralservices.com.
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Bill Mc Givney
January 25, 2015
Vicki, I just heard today about Paul. Indeed, it is a loss for all of us. I will cherish his wisdom, his delightful sense of humor, his creativity, his gentleness, his kindness. Wells was indeed rich with his talents on board. "Plop plop, fizz fizz."
Loved the serendipity of bumping into the two of you in Harry's Bar in Venice and then a week later finding we were both staying at the Villa d'este, lake Como. We hadn't seen each other for years and now on separate vacations we couldn't shake loose of each other.
What a glorious, complementary couple you made. His spirit lives on in you...and his children. Thanks be. Love and peace. Always.
Betty Stevenson
October 24, 2014
I was in Paul's study group for over 11 years. I value everything he taught me, especially learning to open my heart and experince more love in my life. Although I moved from Great Barrington 10 years ago we stayed connected and he continued to shre his wisdom. At a whole other level he will continue to guide me. He will be missed for his sense of humor and magic tricks. I love you Paul - forever. Betty Stevenson
Jodie Thomas
October 21, 2014
I had a ticket to the NY Festival event Julianna was scheduled to participate in on Oct 11th. When I read the email from the event coordinators on Tuesday the 7th saying she had to cancel for a personal emergency, my heart broke. I knew, inexplicably, that something bad had happened to one of her parents, so it was, sadly, confirmation when the announcement was made online later that week.
I just wanted his wife and the rest of the family to know, if any of them check these postings, that I prayed for each and every one of them individually and collectively in the time leading up to the funeral on Friday, October 10, 2014. I will continue to pray, as I did then, for divine love, grace, comfort, peace, clarity, and wisdom to surround them as they transition into this new reality and adjust to his (physical at least) absence from their family.
With blessings, respect, and sympathy for your great loss...
Colleen Meehan
October 18, 2014
Paul was one of my first bosses in advertising, and certainly one of the most influential. He taught me how to grab just the right words to get the point across; how to just be true to the idea. "Don't go for great- just be straight." Think about that- "plop,plop, fizz, fizz, oh what a relief it is" "The Chase Is On" "The City Never Sleeps" All straight. And all great. What an amazing teacher.
jeanne neary look
October 18, 2014
I have just learned of this from a Facebook post by Rachel thanking all for their expressions of sympathy. I am in shock even though I have not seen Paul for at least 25 years. I knew him professionally, but, more importantly, I cherish my anthroposophy studies with him years ago when my sister died…..I remember well the three young girls in the apartment and Vicki making brown rice and delicious beans and vegetables. We have all lost a gentle spirit and creative soul too soon and I extend my deepest sympathies to Vicki, the girls and Paul's family and friends.
October 16, 2014
Im so sadded to learn of Paul's passing. He was an indelibale face of my childhood as I spent so much time with his family in the Hamptons and in NYC. Sending love to you Rachel, Juliana and Michal. Love
Vicky (Miller) and family. xo
October 14, 2014
Vicki - I was there when you first met Paul - in Acapulco - on that crazy Braniff shoot at Las Brisas. I was probably the first who knew how gaga you were over Paul. Caught you two canoodling one starry night in the garden. This is Peter Israelson. Remember me? So sorry about your loss. A great guy and a Dartmouth grad. I went to Dartmouth too. BTW, ever since Bert died last year, I've wanted to reconnect with you of all people but just didn't know how. I thought for sure there would at least be a memorial service for Bert, but he just totally disappeared off the radar. So weird. Am a TV director myself now and have been forever. Please call me and let's catch up. So much to talk about. Please call me at 646 644 2004. If not, I hope you are holding up. I have lots of good memories. Fondly, Peter Israelson
October 11, 2014
My sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eve Schatz
Irene Lis
October 10, 2014
Condolences to the Margulies family, my thoughts and prayers are with at this time. Sincerely, Irene Lis
Judith Blyden
October 9, 2014
Condolences to Julianna Margulies and her entire family on the passing of Paul Margulies. A Fan of The Good Wife.
Peggy Curley
October 9, 2014
I was saddened to learn of Paul's passing. I met Paul and Vicky at Laurel Lake. I will treasure the many conversations I had with Paul....he was such a kind man, and so devoted to his wife.....thinking of you Vicky at this tough time. Peggy
Joe an Joanna Schwartz
October 9, 2014
Paul was a kind and dignified man with a great sense of warmth under his reserve. He will be missed.
Mara and Rick White
October 9, 2014
Our condolences to Paul's family, with sincere appreciation for all of Paul's generous efforts to make Anthroposophy available to so many, especially the newcomers.
Barbara and Becky firegirl Whitaker
October 9, 2014
Wonderful man many laughs loved everyone especially his darling grandson and wife Vicky are prays are with you all
Elaine Roberts
October 9, 2014
A gentle gentleman who will be sorely missed. My condolences to Vicky and his family.
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