George Kapp

I’m writing to express gratitude to George Kapp for the encouragement, support and kindness he extended to me during my time as a Madison student in the late 60’s. His impact on me was profound, lasting & deeply appreciated.

It took Herb Freeman's advisory note to make me realize that I had not, at this late date, expressed the importance of George in my life. I know I have a lot of company in this respect, but to each of us, our own experiences and feelings tower over all others. The things I will miss about George start first thing in the morning, when the phone would ring and his voice would utter the words for which he became famous -- at least to me: "Hello, did I wake you?"
From then on, it was all...

During the politically turbulent late 1960's, Mr. Kapp was a model of dedication and decency who strove to have his students reach their maximum potential. I'm not sure that most of us fully realized at the time how fortunate we were to have him as a mentor.

Mr. Kapp taught me so much. He influenced many decisions in my life. His love for Chemistry instilled my fondness for this science. But years later, my love took shape and I am a pharmacist. He showed me that there was more to class than desks and chairs and touched my soul. I have one favorite picture that I will always treasure because it is so typical of this great man. I will miss him deeply.

George was a special man, a "mench", who I admire, respect and love. He will always be with me as a symbol of courage and high principles as well as a person who constantly found ways to share his knowledge and experience.

Two things remain vivid for me. The first is an example of George's courage and stand on principle. This was during the New York Teacher's strike in 1967 (Maybe 1968?). George saw that the strike ultimately was against the community and teachers' natural...

George Kapp was both literally and figuratively a teacher, even after formally retiring from the profession. As president of the Flatbush-Midwood Committee to Stop Nuclear Arms Production, he taught hundreds of youngsters in area high schools the danger of nuclear bombs. In addition, he stressed that after nuclear weapons, the second greatest danger to humanity is nuclear waste, which will remain a problem for a thousand human lifetimes. George also was a teacher who served as a mentor to...

George Kapp was my husband Michael Bernstein's model, mentor, and ideal. They first met when George was Michael's teacher at Madison, and under his guidance, Michael became a high school teacher of physics. We would both appreciate learning about the memorial planned for George, so we can attend and share our thoughts with others who feel the same.
Sincerely,
Joanne E. Bernstein

A true friend
An exceptional human being
He touched our lives
We will always miss him

The 2 Rebeccas

Coven and Friednan New York and Danbury

Edna, Lucy and Phillip,

George has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. He and Doris were a part of my family and I miss them, I have such vivid memories of time spent with them, you and your house. Just a few things that come to mind are brownies, Spangle, the backyard and the fun that Edna and I had when Lucy finally vacated the attic.

George’s passing has created a vacuum for me. I no longer have a person that has the answer to all of my questions. Perhaps...