Joel Kavet

I am just learning of Joel's passing. Joel and my late mother, Marigen Johnson worked together on many projects over a number of years. We all considered him a dear family friend. My mother spoke highly of Joel and loved him dearly. I am saddened to hear of his passing and may peace be with friends and family. He was an amazing man.

I only learned today of Joel's passing. Joel and I worked together at Mercer in the early 1990s and managed to keep in touch over the years. He was smart, insightful and alway had a way with words. We shared many laughs together. I so admired him for his commitment to so many good causes. May his memory be a blessing.

Joel hired me at Mercer over 35 years ago. He was a great mentor and friend. I have many great memories and funny stories from the years I worked for him. We stayed in touch after he left Mercer. I would reach out to him to ask for advice and share news. He was always helpful, supportive, and always, always cheerful! He came to NY for a celebration of a career milestone for me in 2018. He was an important part of my career -- I feel fortunate to have had him in my life. Sending...

Joel was a good friend and neighbor. He would always call and let me know when he was going on a trip and when to expect him back home. I see his car parked in driveway and think to myself, Joel went out , but he made it back home safely. Joel is deeply missed.

Joel was a dear and loyal friend for over 50 years. He was a remarkable person and will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family and friends.

When Joel was a PhD student at the Harvard School of Public Health, he also served as a tutor at Winthrop House, Harvard, where he helped with undergraduate education. He was a lively and likable personality, and was well-liked. He was a memorable person. I had not seen him in more than 50 years. Thanks to whoever placed the prominent and informative notice in the Washington Post.

I have so many fond memories of Joel from a very important time in my life. My father, Tom Mannle, and I shared many dinners with him at the Glen Echo Inn when we moved to Bethesda when I was eleven. I'm so grateful he and my Dad didn't mind me tagging along. His sense of humor and wisdom still bring a smile to my face and I feel lucky to have had him as my "Jewish Godfather." My condolences to Robert, Helayne, and Jacob, as well as Peter, Susan. Tom, Marda and all those who also loved Joel.

He was azing man. He loved the tilson family we shared many memories with him. He will will always be in our heartLove u joel

We only just learned of Joel's passing and are deeply saddened. He was a wonderful friend and colleague, whose intellect and wit will be greatly missed. We had the good fortune to first cross paths with Joel at HSPH 50 years ago, and had kept in touch over the years through our mutual friendship with Rashi and Ruth Fein. Thank you for this moving tribute to Joel's life and legacy. Alan and Helaine Cohen Wayland, MA