Minneapolis, Minnesota
Corwin, Burt Harris age 81, died Monday, May 11th. He was a true entrepreneur with an analytical mind and quick wit. Born in St. Paul, raised in Minneapolis, graduated from Blake School, class of 1946. In 1950, after graduating from Stanford University, he married Jeanne Hendel. He joined the Minnesota Air National Guard actively serving during the Korean War in the intelligence department station at Wold-Chamberlain Field. During the "70s", as manager of the Wyman Building, he encouraged art galleries to replace the vanishing manufacturers. The galleries joined together to promote Art Walks. Burt lived 12 years with CIDP but succumbed to cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marcia (Harris) & Roy Corwin, brother, Milton. He leaves his wife Jeanne and three children, Susie (Hart) Kuller, Margie (Neil Schechter) Corwin, and Jim (Nan) Corwin; seven grandchildren, Charlie and Betsy Kuller, Julia and Max Schechter, Alex, Barrett and Hannah Corwin; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Betty & Marvin Borman, and Sheila Corwin. Special thanks to the 3rd floor staff at Masonic Day Hospital and to those at the N.C. Little Memorial Hospice. Funeral service THURSDAY, MAY 14TH, 11 AM, TEMPLE ISRAEL, 2324 Emerson Ave. So., Mpls. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Fund 3456 (Leonard E. Walk Neuropathy Fund), Minnesota Foundation, PO Box 64001, St. Paul, MN 55164. SHIVA Thursday 7 PM at 1235 Yale Place, Mpls. Hodroff-Epstein 612 871-1234 www.hodroffepstein.com
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Heartfelt condolences to the family of Burt Corwin. You must miss him dearly. I remember Burt fondly and with great respect. I learned much about the real estate business, human relations, and decency from Burt and am grateful to him for that experience. I think of Burt often.He was a delightful personality. He was a unique and special man. I hope you find comfort in knowing that he was devoted to you.
Brian Burg
June 13, 2009 | St Paul, MN
I am very saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Corwin. My name is Tom Harris. I worked for Mr. Corwin as his office assistant at the Wyman Building from 1984 to 1989. I have many fond memories of my time working for him. He was a great man to work for. I am very sorry for your loss.
Tom Harris
May 23, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN
Dear Jeanne, Susie, Margie, Jim and Family,
It was our privilege to provide care for your beloved husband and father. We share in your grief and send you our love.
Your Friends at Little Hospice
N. C. Little Memorial Hospice, Inc.
May 14, 2009 | Www.littlehospice.org, MN
My sincerest condolences to Jeanne and the family. I always enjoyed my encounters with Burt whenever he stopped by the Maslon Office to drop off items for Marvin at the Front Desk. Such a kind and gentle man.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during the days ahead.
Dianne Buzzelle
Receptionist/Maslon Law Firm
May 14, 2009
We extend our deepest sympathies to Jeanne and all the family members. The staff and Friends of the Goldstein Museum of Design.
Lin Nelson-Mayson
May 13, 2009 | Saint Paul, MN
Dear Corwin and Borman Families,
I am so saddened about Burt. He was a wonderful guy with a great curiosity and sense of humor that always made me laugh. I have many great memories of him. Am thinking of you and send much love.
Valerie Golden
May 13, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN
My heart goes out to you at this time in your lives and in the days ahead.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
May your memories bring you comfort.
Glen Hausfeld
May 13, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN
I had the pleasurable opportunity to work with Burt for a number of years. He was truly insightful, intelligent, and respectful. It was an honor to work with him. It has also been a pleasure to know and work with his son Jim. Burt has left a legacy to be proud of.
Brent Erickson
May 13, 2009 | Minnetonka, MN
