Sam-Norkin-Obituary

Sam Norkin

Obituary

NEW YORK (AP) - Sam Norkin, a caricaturist and illustrator who created more than 4,000 published drawings that captured moments in theater, dance, opera, jazz, pop and classical music over seven decades, has died. He was 94.

Publicist Lester Schecter says Norkin died Saturday in New York.

From 1940 to 1956, Norkin's illustrations were featured in the New York Herald Tribune. During the next 26 years, he covered performing arts for the New York Daily News.

His art appeared in newspapers in cities where shows made their debuts, including The Boston Globe, The Washington Post, The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Toronto Star.

He also was a member of the Drama Desk Board for more than 40 years and served as its president. An annual special award has been named in his memory.


Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press

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BARBARASARA NORKIN

SADLY MOURNED BY BARBARA NORKIN, MORRIS NORKIN'S DAUGHTER. NIECE AND FAMILY. WITH LOVE TO ALL.

I didn't know Sam made his transition until just now. He will be alive forever through his work, generosity and kindness. I identify myself through Sam's caricature and hold him in my heart My prayers to you, Fran..

May the thought at Job 33:25 give comfort to Sam's family that he will return to the days of his youthful vigor and entertain family and friends with his artistic talents again.

Sam's profile of me in my younger days, framed and displayed in my den.

May God Comfort Sam's Family. I met him once - he came to our church one evening in 1980 and shared his talent drawing profiles of all who attended. Sam was a kind man with a warm smile and a peaceful way about him. Surely he brought joy to all who knew him.

Heartfelt condolences to the Norkin family. May the God of all comfort be with you. (2 Cor. 1:3)

"My eyes hurt from crying.
Lord, I pray to you constantly!
I lift my arms in prayer to you."Ps 88:9 (Easy-to-Read Version) When you need to express your sadness, it is not wrong for you to do so.Prayer to God can be the greatest comfort while grieving the loss of Mr. Sam.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

What a wonderful legacy of laughs, smiles and good times. A person like Sam showed his special mightiness according to the Psalms. Family and friends should draw close to God and according to the apostle John, he will draw close to you. Take comfort and try and be strong.

Thanks for the memories Sam. Your pic Is a wonderful momento in my home from a special time at Drama Desk with Joan, Betty and the Andrews Sisters.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.