Harold Baron

Almost forgot. My father, a Lutheran pastor, was always proud and shared both in and out of the pulpit that Harry and Claire brought him a crucifix to wear around his neck. Harry had asked a Greek Orthodox minister at a Greek monastery during one of their trips if it would be appropriate for a Lutheran minister. He responded that they both believed in the same God so it would be no problem. My father always said it was his Greek Orthodox crucifix bought by a Jewish friend and worn by a...

My heartfelt condolences and prayers to Stuart, Robbie, Barbara and your entire family. Although it´s been many years, Harry and Claire welcomed me as a member of the family from my earliest friendship with Stuart in first grade and I considered them a second set of parents. Harry was warm, friendly and always engaging, and a ride with him to school in the morning was like no other!

We are so sorry to hear of Harry´s passing. He would deliver seltzer to my grandparents and the chocolate phosphates my grandmother would serve on a hot evening were the best! When he opened his first deli we would visit often and his deli at Phipps Plaza was one of the best. May his memory be for blessings.