Name: Visitation for Donald Kornreich
Start: 2020-01-25T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-25T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Keeney & Basford Funeral Homes, P.A.

Donald "Don" B. Kornreich, 82, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 at his home in Frederick. He was beloved husband of Linda Bass Kornreich for 36 years. Don was born in Brooklyn, NY, February 26, 1937, son of William Samuel and Ruth Steinberg Kornreich.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Stephen Kornreich of Gaithersburg, Andrew (Penney) Kornreich of Aiken, SC, Leah Kornreich of Gaithersburg and Dana (Steve) Shultz of Keymar, and eight grandchildren: Victoria,Tobias, Tommy, Tiffany,Timmy and Tilly Kornreich; Amanda and Helen Shultz. He is also survived by his sister: Karen (Ray) Abbundi, niece: Mikki (Dave) Lynch and nephew: Tyler.

Don was preceded in death by his son: William Kornreich.

Don grew up in Brooklyn, NY, graduated from New York University, Harvard University Law School and George Washington University Graduate School. He worked for the Navy Department, NASA and the Department of Energy. In 1979, he became General Counsel for Midwest Research Institute located in Kansas City. He spent several years working out of the Washington office then relocated to Kansas City until retiring. After returning to Frederick he wrote an opinion column for the Frederick News Post for several years. Don had a love of art and was a wonderful artist. He did commission work as well as paintings for friends and family.

Family will receive friends at the Keeney & Basford Funeral Home, 106 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701 from 10-11 a.m., on Saturday, January 25, 2020 with the funeral service following at 11am. Pastor Scott Clawson will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

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Published by The Frederick News-Post from Jan. 21 to Jan. 23, 2020.

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Kathy Fisher

January 25, 2020

Linda and family we are so sorry for you loss. I hope you find comfort in knowing you were always there for him and the best care taker for a very long time.
Praying for peace, comfort and strength to you and the family.
Love, Kathy and Wayne

Lee Permenter

January 24, 2020

Very sad to hear of Dons passing. As editorial page editor at the FNP, I asked Don to join the newspapers stable of columnists after receiving a number of his letters to the editor. I knew from those letters that he had the makings of a fine columnist who would present a well-written, distinctive and persuasive point of view. He did not disappoint. Upon meeting him in person, I also learned that he was an extremely nice, erudite and congenial guy. My sincere condolences to Linda and other members of his family.

Sean Burkett

January 24, 2020

What can I say about Donald that probably hasn't already been said? He was one of the most endearing men that I have ever had the fortune to meet. He and Linda were always genuinely happy to see me when I had to pay them a visit to resolve an IT issue. Don always had a quick quip ready about one of the local Washington Sports teams and we enjoyed banter about the subject. I will miss those trips to Don and Linda's house, but I will forever cherish the time that I got to spend with them.

Kevin Fisher

January 23, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Terri Durdock

January 23, 2020

Linda, I'm so sorry to learn of Don's passing. Being your co-worker for a few years, I recall many good conversations and stories of your and Don's adventures and your time away from Frederick together in Kansas City. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

John Stanley

January 23, 2020

I so enjoyed and treasured the opportunity to work with Don through the years. He was generous with his time and genuine in his interest to work with me and others at MRI.

Cathy Scarlotta

January 22, 2020

So very sorry for your loss Karen, Linda and family. My memory of Donald was that of a brilliant, charismatic, larger than life, charming man with a hilarious sense of humor. I will always remember him that way. Rest in Peace Donald. My prayers are with you all.

Joanne Spivey

January 22, 2020

So sorry for your loss, Linda.

Dan Blevins

January 22, 2020

Don was a good man. I'm sad to hear of his passing. In spite of his Harvard education and law degree, Don was never condescending and had that rare gift of making everyone he talked with feel that they were important. When he started at MRI I was a young struggling college student. I had several conversations with him in the halls at MRI that always meant a lot to me. He had a great sense of humor. I hope that his children and grandchildren carry on his wonderful legacy.

Candace Beeber

January 22, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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