MARLENE MEYERSON

I'm so sorry, Morton

Marlene and I grew up together in Galveston, a handful of blocks apart and went through the public schools together. I had a great interest in radio, and figured out how to convert a small tube radio into a shortwave radio that allows me to talk with the Marine Operator, whose station provided information to ships coming into the Galveston harbor. Marlene couldn't get over how that worked. "How many children do you have, over," she would ask after pushing the mic button. "I have two. ...

So sorry for your loss, Morton. My condolences and prayers are with you. Marlene left a positive and lasting impact on the Santa Fe Arts community.

Mort, my sympathy and condolences in the loss of Marlene. You had written that she had been very sick --- but without identifying Ovarian Cancer.

I remind you that I lost my whole family to Ovarian Cancer --- my wife after a battle of 5-years and my daughter after a battle of 2 years.

After the loss of my wife --- Mary Liz --- The Dallas Foundation, which I chaired, decided to make a $250,000 contribution to a fundraising campaign of the UTSW Med School. I asked the Board if...

Rest in peace Marlene. You were one of the kindest and caring persons I ever met, we will miss you.

I will always remember Marlene's infectious zest for life. When I read that she was a cheerleader early on, it made perfect sense. She championed so many causes. She brought that enthusiasm to her involvement at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum where she was an enthusiastic supporter of the collection and exhibitions. Her generosity enabled the museum to make a number of important acquisitions and she was generous in connecting the museum with designers. We'll miss her dearly, but...

Dear Marlene . What a wonderful employer and friend you were. We remember you always with love and appreciation. Our heart felt condolences to Marti and Mort and the rest of the family.
Liz and Paul Botell