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ISADORE SELTZER Obituary

SELTZER--Isadore, age 88, died peacefully on March 12th, after struggling with dementia for several years. The beloved husband of Joyce for 55 years, devoted father of Daniel and Eva, and grandfather of Isaac, Leila, and Milo, he was a vital and creative force in our lives. Born in St. Louis, he moved to Los Angeles and attended Art Center College of Design there before moving to New York City and joining Push Pin Studios. His illustrations and graphic art, filled with warmth and wit, brought many accolades and teaching positions to Syracuse University and Parsons School of Design. Turning to photography in later years, his unerring eye and distinctive vision captured unique images. Whether cooking in the kitchen, swimming at the JCC, bicycling around Manhattan, or simply sharing himself with his family and friends, he was a very special and much loved man. We mourn him deeply.

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Published by New York Times on Mar. 24, 2019.

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Leslie Haddin

September 16, 2022

I met Isadore Seltzer and his family in the summer of 1975 in New York City that I turned 8 years old. Isadore and Joyce gave me a set of Caran d'ache clay with which to make art. I loved the clay, and created birds and butterflies, trees, and flowers. To this day I feel the energy of their apartment and remember learning about art, music, and literature through times spent in museums, libraries, and having adventures in Central Park. My family's visit to their Long Island home let me feel the pull of the undertow, touch the scent of hot and dry wood on their deck, and embrace the connection of family and friends long loved and ever remembered. My heart knows beyond words. I am ever grateful for friendship shared.

James Jordan

March 29, 2019

We deeply mourn the passing of our remarkable, warm, and good-hearted friend Izzy. Love and condolences to Joyce, Eva, and the rest of the family. Jim Jordan/Angela von der Lippe

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