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Riverside Memorial Chapel - New York

180 West 76th Street

New York City, New York

MARIANNE BALSHONE Obituary

BALSHONE--Marianne Lowy

Reiss, age 90. An extraordinary woman born in Budapest in 1925. Survived the Holocaust thanks to Raoul Wallenberg and her own courage. Walking the streets with bombs falling around her, she brought food to her family. She devoted her life to promoting Freedom. Her art was the Art of Living; her motto "Carpe Diem." With training in dance before the war ended her childhood, she raised her family in a career of her own creating as one of New York City's first personal trainers. With immaculate fashion sense, elegance and charm she was frequently asked if she was Hungarian monarchy. In 1973 she moved to Columbus OH and opened Globetrotter Wine and Cheese, inspiring broadening of cultural landscape there. Moving to Palm Beach and her beloved turquoise ocean, made her third career speaking to schools about her survival in the Holocaust and the man who saved her family. An inspiring lecturer, she taught that One Person Can Make a Difference. Her history was chronicled in "Determined" (on Amazon) and the "The Envoy" by Alex Kershaw. She left a creative legacy of children joyful artist/ architectural designer Vivian Reiss, Obstetrician-Gyne- cologist Ronald Reiss and wife Carla. Grandchildren composer/entrepreneur Joel Garten, scientist/entrepreneur Ariel Garten, photojournalist Stephen Reiss, events @ Bon Appetite Nikki Reiss, psychologist Dr. Joy Jacobs. The world has lost another Holocaust survivor and incredible friend, mother, woman, strength and inspiration. Funeral this Sunday, 11am, Riverside Chapel, 180W 76th NYC. Gifts to Raoul Wallenberg committee. MarianneBalshone.com

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Published by New York Times on Dec. 26, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for MARIANNE BALSHONE

Sponsored by Her Loving Family.

14 Entries

Carl Murino

December 20, 2019

Miss you still Mrs Balshone. Our Duchess. RIP. You are Loved and Missed. Carl

Carl Murino

April 19, 2017

I miss her always was wonderful a great teacher of life. The Duchess you will never be forgotten

Denise Jardin Rotolante

May 30, 2016

'Dear Marianne, you will be truly missed'... Marianne was a dear friend, whom I met through the Palm Beach Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. We were instantly, fast friends, despite our age difference. I loved her style and mannerism, quick wit and stern disciple. I spent time with Marianne whenever possible, when visiting Palm Beach. And was lucky enough to spend New Years Eve, with her, a few years back. We checked up on each other and spoke of our families. She was loved and admired, by my children and myself. A light in my life has extinguished;a light in my heart, forever burns. Much Love, Laurel, Stephan and Denise Jardin-Rotolante

Rose Gatens

February 28, 2016

I just learned today of Marianne's passing. My heartfelt condolences to her family in whom she took much joy.
I knew Marianne through her participation in the Holocaust Survivors' Speakers bureau for the Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education at Florida Atlantic University. She spoke at many schools in Palm Beach and Broward Counties, inspired thousands of students and their teachers with her own Holocaust story and the story of Raul Wallenburg. She attended all the Center's events honoring our Survivors and our outstanding Holocaust educators. Every year she joined other survivors at Meleluca Elementary School for their annual May commemoration of Yom Ha Shoa and celebration of their Holocaust study.
These mostly Haitian-American students felt respected by her presence and she made a difference in their lives.
She frequently checked in with me at the Center to cheer us on and to keep up our friendship.

I will miss her sorely.

Rose Gatens, Ph.D. Director
Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education at Florida Atlantic University

Leesa Alhadef

December 30, 2015

Marianne is a calalyst in my life. My husband and son were very fond of her, too. We were connected from the moment we met; discussing how some of the party goers at Four Seasons didn't get the dress code. Her spunk, wisdom, tenacity, humor, heart and love are things that made her so special. I cherish the visits and time we shared. All who knew her are better for it.

Dinah Harmon

December 29, 2015

Mrs Balsone was a recent friend, but an extraordinary woman and friend. She was blessed with a heart full of light and a style and panache beyond words. I will miss her dearly and remember her fondly. May she rest in peace and know that she has touched another person to the core.

Marianne and Ben Balshone

Jane Rosen, Ph.D.

December 29, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the entire family of Marianne Balshone. She was a shining light at The Barclay along with her amazing husband Ben Balshone. Neither shall ever by forgotten.....two incredible human beings.

Ariel Garten

December 26, 2015

Ariel Garten

December 26, 2015

Ariel Garten

December 26, 2015

Ariel Garten

December 26, 2015

Bobby, Joe and Emily Vail

December 26, 2015

Truly the end of a grand era and someone I've known most of my life. May you find peace in the memories she has left behind. Our deepest condolences are with you all.

December 25, 2015

Carl Murino

December 25, 2015

My Memories of your Mom,Grandmom are filled with knowledge, Fun and a lot of Compassion. She was and is an inspiration to me of a Life well lived. Through our conversations over the years, about forty or more of them I learned to live life on my terms, treat people as I would like to be treated and how to let elegance and class be my calling card. I feel as if I know each and every part of her Family, I know how much she Loved and was so proud of all of you. My thoughts and Prayers are with you today. Rest In Peace Dear Duchess, I Loved you too.

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