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GEORGE GALLANTZ Obituary

GALLANTZ--George G., passed away on April 24, 2013, the day after his 100th birthday. All of us at Proskauer Rose LLP mourn his passing. George will be remembered as a "lawyer's lawyer," known for his outstanding legal skills, wealth of experience and insight and special touch for teaching younger lawyers. A Proskauer partner since 1963, George mentored an extraordinary group of lawyers who have had an enduring impact both on our Firm, as well as on the legal and sports world - including Michael Cardozo, New York City's Corporation Counsel; David Stern, Commissioner of the National Basketball Association and Gary Bettman, Commissioner of the National Hockey League. The founding father of Proskauer's Sports Law Practice, George leaves behind a legacy of commitment, brilliance, friendship and uncompromising integrity. Our heartfelt condolences to his family. He will be missed by all who knew him - family, friends, colleagues and clients alike. Joseph M. Leccese Chairman Proskauer Rose LLP

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Published by New York Times on Apr. 28, 2013.

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Olga Uribe

May 1, 2013

???He will live on in the hearts of everyone who loved him. I'm sorry for your loss Judy and Micky.
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you: George Gallantz and miss you always.

Jane Wise Shear

April 30, 2013

Dear Mickey and Judy, My heart goes out to you both. A chapter has closed on your lives, and on mine too. You were such wonderful neighbors when we were all living in Parkchester, and I always loved your parents best of all my parents'friends. I visited them in Vermont one summer long ago when I was working for the Experiment, and I will never forget the warmth they showed me. Please know that they are both in my thoughts and so are you.

Alice Marshall

April 30, 2013

Sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and love are with you.

P Garbutt

April 28, 2013

My the price be with the family,God is our refuge and strength ... Psalm46:1may the depth of your faith and the love of those who share your loss comfort you at this time of sadness.

April 28, 2013

George was a great lawyer, and fine gentleman. We remember him with fondness.
Barbara and Marvin Dicker

April 28, 2013

my uncle george was everything proskauer said he was as an uncle.his morals,honesty,and all the things that are attached to those words always made me proud to be his nephew.i will miss him,and the always enjoyable chats we had about the yanks,knicks, and miami heat.he is already missed.NOT ANOTHER ONE LIKE HIM.nephew gary.

Ronald Schacht

April 28, 2013

George was a great lawyer, a very good friend and a super teacher. I was an associate when George joined Proskauer and when I introduced myself to him, I addressed him as Mr. Gallantz. He replied "Are you a Member of the NY Bar". When I responded "Yes", he said "Then call me George". Norma and I will miss our annual lunch with him when we were up North. I am proud to say that I was one of his partners. He left his mark on Proskauer's sports practice and will be missed by all who knew him and all who had the privilege of working with him.

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