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Michael Krupnick Obituary

Michael I. Krupnick, of Sedona, Ariz., Tucson, Ariz., and originally from Chicago, Ill. passed away October 1, 2010. The loving brother of Susan Krupnick of Palm Desert, Calif.; committed partner of Max Vosskuhler of Sedona, Ariz.; loving Uncle of Simon Wiskowski and Sam Krupnick; dearest friend of Judy Clinco of Tucson, Ariz., and so many more; nephew of Rabbi Sam and Judith Broude of Oakland, Calif.; and cousin to many. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Elaine Krupnick of Chicago. Michael was co-founder of the PeaceBuilders program in Tucson. He was the founding chair of the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern Arizona's Marketing Advisory Group and led its nationally groundbreaking Jewish legacy initiative The Endowment Book of Life. Michael was a kind and generous person, who touched many lives in a rich and positive way. He will be remembered as a loyal and trustworthy friend, and someone whose life made an incredible difference in the world. In Michael's honor, you may make donations to the Caregiver Training Institute, 1940 E. Silverlake Rd., Tucson, AZ 85713.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Oct. 9 to Oct. 14, 2010.

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Rochelle H Fogg, formerly Hirsh

May 10, 2023

I always wondered what happened to my high school friend Kruppie. He was such a sweet, kind friend. He said he wanted to be a doctor. I guess he served humanity in other ways.

October 24, 2010

Michael, we were good friends for almost 34 years. What a lot of fun we had in Chicago and Tucson. I'm am sorry you were so sick in the last years, rest in peace now. Betty Svendsen, (Illinois)

Laura Gusso

October 20, 2010

I knew him as "Uncle Mikey." He was friends with my parents, Judy Lipton and Allen Binstock for years, and I have nothinig but fond memories of him. I probably hadn't seen him for 15 years, but the news hit me as if we were the closest friends. I am so sorry for your loss. He was amazing.

Lani Krause

October 11, 2010

Susan and Simon,
I am so sorry to hear about your brother.
Our thoughts are with you.Take comfort in your precious memories and the knowledge that his spirit will always be with you.
Much love from all of the Krause family

Linda King

October 10, 2010

Dear Susan, You know my heart is with you during this most difficult time of the loss of your brother. You are in my prayers. Love, Linda

Susan Krupnick

October 10, 2010

I love you dear brother--now and always--you will be with me forever--xo susan

October 10, 2010

To my dear brother--you are missed every minute of every day--but I know you are always with me. I love you always. your loving sister--susan xo

October 9, 2010

Dear Susan:
I was a close friend of your brother in Sedona and had known him for the best 6 years. He was a wonderful man with a generous soul and spirit. He talked highly of you and his talented nephews. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Best regards,
Barbara Baker

Cory & Kelley Antflick

October 9, 2010

Susan, We am very sorry for your loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you and Simon. With all our love,

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