Herbert Maistelman

Herbert Maistelman VIRGINIA BEACH - Herbert M. Maistelman, 84, died Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010. He was born in Albany, N.Y., to the late Miriam and Meyer Maistelman. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Buff. He is survived by his wife, Betty; his children, Michael (Heidi) and David (Michelle); and his grandchildren, Mollie, Etan, Ellie, Miriam, Jenna and Daniel. Serving in Europe as part of the Army of Occupation following V-E Day, he was assigned to the Dachau Concentration Camp, which was an experience he often said left a deep, emotional impact on his life. He received his bachelor's degree from Cortland State College in 1950 and his master's degree from Syracuse University in 1951. He worked in numerous positions at JCCs in Marblehead, Mass., Columbus, Ohio and Cleveland, Ohio and as executive director at both Richmond and Marblehead JCCs retiring in 1992. After moving to Virginia Beach in 1998, he became a certified mediator in the state and volunteered his services at the Dispute Settlement Center in Norfolk. He also taught in the Virginia Beach School System as a substitute teacher for several years. He recently returned to Richmond with his wife, Betty. A graveside service will be held 2:30 p.m. today at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Beth Sholom Homeor the American Heart Association.