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HAROLD GLASSER Obituary

GLASSER, HAROLD L., 91, died peacefully on July 11, in his home in Highland Beach, Florida. The cause of death was bladder cancer. He was born on August 22, 1918 in New York, NY, the son of the late Herman and Etta Glasser. He earned B.A., J.D. and L.L.M. degrees from New York University, Harvard Law School, Columbia Law School and the New York University Graduate School of Law. From 1959 to 1986, Mr. Glasser enjoyed a career as president of the Miss Universe, Miss USA, and Miss Teen USA Pageants. He also served as General Counsel of the Kayser-Roth Corporation, President of the American Society of Corporate Secretaries, and Mayor of the incorporated Village of Saddle Rock, NY. Locally, Mr. Glasser was Chairman of the Board of Governors at the Polo Club in Boca Raton. Active in various philanthropic campaigns of the Anti- Defamation League, Mr. Glasser was the recipient of two Human Rights Awards. He was Chairman of the League's Great Neck Division and New York Lawyers Division. Harold Glasser had a distinguished military career, serving overseas in World War II as Bombardier, 1st Lieutenant. He was awarded 12 combat decorations including the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters. He was a member of the Air Force Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, American Legion and Jewish War Veterans. A book honoring his accomplishments, Courage Takes Flight: The Life and Times of Harold Glasser, by Dr. Patricia Kollander, will be published shortly by The American Life Publishers. He is survived by his loving wife Marny and his son Kerry. Services will be held at Beth Israel Memorial Chapel, 11115 Jog Rd (corner of Jog & Woolbright), Boynton Beach, on Sunday, July 18, at 3 pm. Memorial contributions may be made, if wished, to the ASPCA. View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Jul. 13, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for HAROLD GLASSER

20 Entries

Myron L. Mike Wasserman

July 7, 2019

Thanks for sending me this notice on the anniversary of Harolds passing. It caused me to think about Harold Glasser, and the influence that he had on my life, and countless others. To me he was a hero, larger than life, who epitomized the true definition of a leader. I met Harold in 1980 when I was appointed State Director for Massachusetts. From day 1, there was never any question as to who was in charge. Harold was not always loved, because he had to make the tough decisions, but he was certainly respected and admired by those who had the privilege of working for him, and working with him....To Marnie and Kerry, my heart goes out to you. I am honored to have had the privilege of knowing Harold and learning from him....Most Sincerely, Myron L. Mike Wasserman

Leonel Figueredo

October 31, 2010

I only just heard about Harold's passing. I met Harold and Marny in 1984 on New Year's Eve day at Grove Isle, Miami, FL where they had just purchased a condo. I had been sitting at the pool bar reading the WSJ and had left momentarily. On my return I noticed that Harold had appropriated my WSJ and as a result we started a conversation. I soon found out that they were new arrivals and invited them to a party that evening at the home of another Grove Isle resident. From that moment on we shared many good times together with friends and family. In 1987 business took me back to San Francisco, where I had come from and still live, and we soon lost touch. I still have the 3 time zone gold pocket watch that Harold gave me, which was presented to him during the 1982 Miss Universe Pageant in Peru. I now regret that I didn't make more of an effort to stay in touch.

Marny, my thoughts, prayers and good wishes go out to you.

Wentworth Christopher

September 23, 2010

It was merely by coincidence that I discovered that Mr. Glaaser had passed away and was saddened. I was a national
director starting from the'70s and was
impressed with the good working relationship I had with him. On those
ocassions when I visited New York I would often call and ther were times we would go to lunch. His contributions
to the pageant world are many. I pray
that you are comforted by the knowledge that his was a life lived well. He touched many people and our world is the better for it
My thank to you Manny and Kerry for sharing him with us.

July 24, 2010

Dear Marny and Kerry: This is a big loss. Harold Glasser was a man who was looked up to, respected and admired. I had the good fortune to join the Miss Universe organization as a State Director in 1980, thanks to Harold's long time associate, Frank Sweeney. For 19 years, the pageants were a major part of my life. As a leader, I found Harold strong and tough, but exceedingly fair and he set a wonderful example to those who had the opportunity to learn from him and work with him. There was no doubt about it. Harold was in charge and it was he who called the shots. It was never quite the same after he left. The lives of thousands of young women were enhanced by Harold's accomplishments, and his memory will always be quite special to myself and countless others that had the privilege of knowing him and working with him. With great sympathy and respect....Mike Wasserman

Jeannette Nabatov

July 22, 2010

May this gentleman who brought so much joy and happiness to Miss Universe fans around the globe Rest in Peace.

Frank Sweeney

July 19, 2010

Harold has left a legacy of excellence. We worked together for so many years at Miss Universe. He was the toughest boss I ever had and a treasured friend over these many, many years. Harold had the vision to shape television and pageantry on an international scale.

Marny, Harold will always be the love of your life and Kerry you had the greatest teacher a man could ask for.

To those of us who loved him and knew him well, Harold will never be gone; and so dear friend Good Night and God Bless.

Frank Sweeney

Frank Lameira

July 18, 2010

I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Harold Glasser many years ago in California. He was a visionary in the field of pageantry, and built the pageant to new and greater heights under his directorship. Deepest sympathies to his family in their time of sorrow.

Duane Gunn

July 18, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kim Tomes

July 17, 2010

Dear Marny and Kerry,

I was sorry to hear about your loss. I was the Miss USA in 1977-1978 from Texas. Mr. Glasser was a great guy, and I enjoyed my year working with him. He always had a smile and twinkle in his eye... he will be missed. I am glad he was a part of my life... if only for a short time. You both will be in my thoughts and prayers!

Love,

Kim Tomes Dietz
Miss USA 1977

Kim Bass

July 15, 2010

Dear Marny and Kerry,

I'm the State Director of the Miss New York USA/Teen USA and Miss New Hampshire USA/Teen USA Pageants. I have heard so many great things about Harold over the years from my good friend Frank Sweeney. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Marny, Connie Dubuc who is my Office Administrator told me yesterday that her Grandmother, Penny Glunts was your college roommate at Boston University.

Kerry, I had the pleasure of meeting you in 2006 when you judged our New York Pageant.

Please accept my sincere condolences,

Kim Bass

Ozcan Sandikcioglu

July 15, 2010

Dear Marny,

Please accept my familys deepest condolences to you and Kerry.

marilyn sietz

July 14, 2010

Dear Marny:

I had the opportunity of working with Harold as director for the Miss NY & NJ USA & Teen USA pageants from 1978-1996. I became associated with Harold through my late husband, Seymour Sietz who originally created the "Prize Package" for the Miss Universe Organization. He even trained Kerry on this project many years ago. He will and had already been sorely missed when he left the organization. He presided over the most prestigious and well-run organization. His people skills, charm and intelligence worked with so many people from all over the world. My sincerest and deepest condolences to you and Kerry. Marilyn Sietz

Former Titleholder

July 14, 2010

What a wonderful legacy this wonderful man left in the pageant industry. God Bless him and his family and close friends.

Maria Sarungi-Tsehai

July 14, 2010

Our sincere condolences to the family. It is to Mr. Harold Glasser's credit that today Miss Universe pageant exists in such far away countries like Tanzania. May God Rest His Soul in Peace.

Beba Franco

July 14, 2010

Sincere thoughts of sympathy are with you in this time of sorrow. I had the pleasure of meeting Harold during my participation as a contestant in the 1971 Miss Universe Pageant. He was a true gentleman and a great leader of the organization.

Rafa Delfin

July 13, 2010

Harold was the best president ever of Miss Universe. Under his tutelage, the pageant had class, honor and prestige. He will be sorely missed.

July 13, 2010

Marny...

I had the privilege of working with Harold in the early years of my career with The Miss Universe Organization. I knew Kerry back then and met you in more recent years. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Paula Miles

July 13, 2010

DEAR MARNY,
OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY & THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES ALWAYS.
SHELLEY & JERRY FRANK

July 13, 2010

My love to Marney as I was there with them in the early days of national and international producing and promoting
entertainment events. Harold Glasser
is a legendary Icon of the industry.
Sherry Miller Reinker

Claudia Santaella

July 13, 2010

The Miss Universe Pageant earned glory when he was the president. RIP.

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