New York, New York
LIMPERT--John H. "Jack," head of development at MoMA and a fund-raising force for New York City cultural institutions for decades, died May 3 near his home in Bath, Maine, at 90. He was born in Brooklyn and graduated from Harvard ('55) where he was president of the Lampoon. His sharp wit was his...
Read MoreJack Limpert ...good person...I worked with him at The New York Botanical Garden. He hired me. Lovely man. He liked that our daughters were both named Alexandra. He knew how to overcome adversity, treat people well, and enjoy life. We need more people like Jack.
Karl Lauby
May 10, 2025 | Work
My boss at Lincoln Center. I thought of him today with fond memories. Alexandra is my fav name! My condolences to you and your family. John was an exceptional person and I really enjoyed working for him. Great picture of him. I hope he had a good life. He was funny and hard working. I wish you peace and contentment.
Amy E
November 25, 2024 | Work
I remember him after we both were drafted in 1956, at Fort Dix. Yale & Harvard made the best of life as recruits.
Paul Silverstone
September 16, 2024
John (Jack) Limpert, Jr. was born in Brooklyn NY on May 14,1933, son of Sophia and John H Limpert, Founder of Limpert Bros. fruits and flavorings in NJ. A Harvard graduate and Lampoon president, Jack leaves us laughing with entertaining tales. His flair for fundraising and air of sophistication were admired by all. He energized New York City as Director of Development at The Museum of Modern Art, Lincoln Center and The New York Botanical Garden in the 70´s and 80´s. Jack was an avid...
Alexandra Limpert
September 15, 2024 | Family
