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NOAH REISMAN Obituary

REISMAN--Noah. Noah Benjamin Reisman. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Noah Benjamin Reisman of Port Washington, New York. Noah was born on May 22, 1994 and left this world following a tragic accident on September 24, 2020. It is impossible to find the words to honor a life so young yet so accomplished. Noah was the president of Weber Middle School and went on to graduate from Schreiber High School in Port Washington, New York at the top of his class. He was captain of the Schreiber debate team and finished second in the New York State Debate Championship. He was the only student to ever serve as a representative on the Port Washington Board of Education. Noah graduated from Dartmouth College with a degree in Government. During his senior year at Dartmouth, he had the distinct pleasure of serving on the advance team for Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. Following Election Day 2016, Noah took time to visit Israel, Jordan, and countries throughout Asia. He embraced and devoured knowledge, exploration, and culture, always expanding his horizons and those of the people around him. His curiosity brought him to unique and interesting places, trying new foods, seeing new sites, and meeting new people. Noah would be honored to know that both President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton were in attendance at his funeral. After his travels, Noah returned to Manhattan to work as a paralegal at the distinguished law firm of Morrison & Foerster LLP in the Capital Markets Group. He then enrolled in The George Washington University Law School, where he made GW Law Review and formed a lasting positive impression on the students and faculty. Upon finishing his first year at the top of his class, Noah decided to move back home to New York and transfer to Columbia Law School. Most recently, Noah was selected as a member of the Columbia Journal of Transnational Law. Noah lived every day of life to the fullest. He was passionate about all types of music, fine food, and great conversation. He lived life with spontaneity and joy, always willing to drop what he was doing to support a friend or family member that needed him. Noah knew life was a precious gift, and his greatest pleasure was sharing life's best offerings with the ones he loved. Noah spoke out against injustice. He recognized privilege, which weighed heavily on him and fueled his desire to help those facing adversity. He challenged those around him to broaden their own thinking. He never backed down from a spirited debate and used his intellect, eloquence, and empathy for others to defend what was right. Noah Benjamin Reisman will forever be remembered with an abundance of love by his parents, Steven and Elizabeth Reisman, his brother Sam, his sister Rachel, his grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Let us all live in the way Noah knew life was meant to be experienced - to the absolute fullest every day, always helping others, always being kind, always having unconditional love, always putting family and friends first, always being generous, always being a mensch. Noah passed away the week following one of his heroes for justice and equality, Associate Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We hope that she appreciates her new law clerk. Please keep Noah in your thoughts and prayers. For those who would like to honor Noah's memory, please make a donation to The Noah Benjamin Reisman Foundation. The Foundation will support the values that Noah passionately embraced, including racial justice, educational equity, and helping those in need. Donations can be made to: The Noah Benjamin Reisman Foundation Inc., c/o Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, Attn: Lorissa Garcia, 525 W. Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60661. www.noahbenjaminreismanfoundation.org
Published by New York Times on Oct. 4, 2020.

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R. Obinna

July 14, 2024

I did not know of this young man, but from reading the wonderful stories and expressions from others about him, I too feel like this country really missed out on greatness! Noah seems like someone that I would have loved to have met and known! My heart and prayers goes out to his family and everyone who loved this incredible young man!

Molly Fitzgerald

August 24, 2023

I saw Noah at almost every music festival I was working or just hanging at. He always had a huge smile on his face offered a great hug and was always a pleasure to be around. Will always have a place in my heart.

Allan Fong

November 17, 2020

My first instinct after hearing of Noah's death is to tell as many people as possible. Because the world deserves to know that it has truly lost a gift to humanity. I have countless stories of Noah, from late nights out, concerts, and hanging out at his place, to hours-long phone calls, dining at countless restaurants, and working late hours into the night. I remember being proud--elated even, simply because he introduced me to someone as his dear friend. I don't know how to explain to people who didn't have the privilege of meeting him: You missed out on a heavenly slice of life.

Noah was one of the most brilliant people I've ever met. I can't begin to describe what his future prospects looked like without sounding like a seven-year-old's overly-optimistic mother. He disclosed to me that he wanted to become a politician, a U.S. Congressman. Having interned in the U.S. Senate for several months, I'd like to think I have some authority when I say: Congress would have been undershooting his potential. I was completely unsurprised when he told me that he was at the top of his class at GWU law, and thinking of transferring to Columbia. Nor did it surprise me when he made GWU Law Review, and then the Columbia Journal of Transnational Law. And while Noah was one of the hardest workers and brightest minds I've met, he also knew how to make time for his friends and family, and live life to its fullest.

Noah's energy filled every-sized room, as did his voice. And of course, he had an opinion on everything, so the energy never died out. When it comes to taking a night out on the town, Noah ruined any hope of me enjoying the rest of my twenties and thirties. At 25 years old in New York City, going out with Noah was like having a night out with your own personal Fairy Godfather. At every club we chose to visit, it felt like they were honored by our presence. Every concert we attended, he made sure we were backstage and taken care of. Restaurants we went to gave us items free of charge, because of course, Noah was friends with the chef. Noah was the type of friend who made your life feel like it was a movie starring yourself.

And of course, Noah's family meant everything to him. The way that Noah spoke of his father reminded me incredibly of my relationship with my father. He idolized the man. Not just professionally, though it is no coincidence that they chose to pursue the same craft. I had the distinct pleasure of riding in the car with Noah and Mr. Reisman on several occasions, and their interactions always left me smiling. They were both no-nonsense personalities, so their small butting-of-heads were always battles of "I know better." But at the end of the day, the love always remained, and the comfort they had in their relationship was something that every parent dreams of. I only met Rachel and Sam once on separate occasions, but Noah talked about them profusely. Noah spoke of Sam with the hidden pride that only an older brother can. They didn't see eye-to-eye on everything, but Noah always mentioned Sam with his head held high, rambling about Sam's whereabouts as a blooming professional in the music industry. And Noah was inspired by Rachel, who injected discipline into her life during her college years. He set a goal to better himself based on his sister's success, and reinvented himself and his work ethic as a result. I wish I had gotten to better know Noah's relationship with his mother, though I had the pleasure of meeting and spending some time with her. Even when she wasn't physically present, Mrs. Reisman was always with Noah and Mr. Reisman in one form or another. I distinctly remember Mr. Reisman declaring, to a roomful of artists and socialites, what an angel his wife was, and how much he loved her. This gesture was met by a roomful of adoration, while Noah let slip a wide, gleefully-knowing smile.

And so too, I'll be forced to give a knowing smile when I tell everybody about how incredible Noah Reisman was, and how tragic it is that he left us at such a young age. But we may rest assured that his life was not a life that was wasted. He made his life a gift for all those around him to enjoy, and he will long be remembered by his friends and loved ones.

David Davalos

November 1, 2020

I’m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Noah. He and I met last December in Washington D.C., we instantly clicked upon talking about his love for live music and festivals like Coachella. He was a law student at GW, and hired me as a personal trainer when he joined Equinox. He was committed, dedicated to his goals and learned quickly as we continued to work. He strived to improve his work/life balance, and chose to with fitness. We trained through quarantine and until late, and I truly miss those times. Noah was not only my client, but also who I considered a close friend. From the weight room to backstage at the clubs, I’ll never forget those memories. The amount of good things I could say about him are endless, he was one of a kind.

Lisa Hall

October 23, 2020

I am so saddened to hear of Noah’s passing . My condolences to the family. My girls (Shakirah , Aanisah) and I met Noah in Tokyo, Japan . We were standing in line together at a Justin Bieber concert waiting to go meet and greet with Justin. My oldest daughter was the only one who had a backstage pass as it was her birthday. Noah insisted we all stand in line together! He said I’ll get all three of you some passes...and he did! He was able to talk to security to help us all go back to meet Justin in person! Noah didn’t know us at all but he cared enough to ensure we had the best experience that we could that day.Afterwards we became Facebook friends. I will never forget his kindness and caring and carefree spirit in that moment!

Keith Maziarek

October 14, 2020

Such a profoundly tragic loss. My deepest condolences go out to the entire Reisman family, and all those who knew and loved Noah. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.

Michael Caseau

October 14, 2020

I look up to Noah for what he stood for. His friends and loved ones share the most sincere, and brilliant memories to which I can admire greatly. I am deeply saddened, yet, deeply appreciative for Noah’s energy to live in our universe.

To Steve, Liz, Sam and Rachel,

My love is with you all.

Timothy Sherrod

October 14, 2020

I did not know Noah, but I met his father last December while visiting New York City... One of the most sincere and genuine people I have ever met. I can’t describe the warmth that I received from his father. During the introduction Steve asked where I was from. I told him DC, and he went on about his son who was a student at GW. I believe he was talking about Noah. A week later I text Steve and said “Tell your son that he has family in DC and MD now. Tell him if he ever needs me, I’m just 30 minutes away.” Sad that I didn’t get to meet a new found family member of mine. He will live on through the actions of people who loved him. I will make sure my late girlfriend looks after him in Heaven... RIP Noah

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Alex Pollock

October 11, 2020

I had the distinct pleasure of knowing Noah through High School debate. We were fellow competitors who graduated in 2012. He was a brilliant debater, but exceedingly humble and someone I knew would become an immediate friend. We stayed in touch throughout college and reconnected judging debate tournaments. Noah was always generous and willing to help in any way that he could. I distinctly remember one night at the Tournament of champions we had a serious issue printing our team’s research and at 2 in the morning Noah helped us into the hotel business center to print and prepare our materials for the next day. He wasn’t even on our team, but that’s the kind of person he was - generous and kind.

We would have thought provoking discussions about all sort of issues, and laughs along the way. Hearing this news stings me to my core, but I am honored to have known Noah for the time that I did. I pray for his family during these difficult times.

Cam Lee

October 7, 2020

Dear Reisman family, I am so deeply sorry for your inconceivable loss. I am incredibly saddened to hear of Noah's passing. Noah and I are both native Long Islanders, Dartmouth graduates and fellow Government majors. Although we weren't close, I feel compelled to say that Noah's work and ambition inspires me to be a better son, brother and member of my community.May the blessings of family provide you comfort during this difficult time.

Bob White

October 7, 2020

From the first time we met as he was floating around in a swimming pool, asked what is, what if, what was,and what will happen? He was very inquisitive. The last time this summer when we both laughed at a what happened problem with an electronic device. When we solved it.

R R white

October 7, 2020

Noah was always inquisitive about anything and everything. As a young lad swimming in the pool would ask what are you doing and why .

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Kelsie

October 5, 2020

I met Noah on my first day at Morrison & Foerster. It was a nerve-wracking day for me, and Noah made me feel welcome. I remember my best friend asking me after work that day if I "liked any of the other lawyers", and I told her enthusiastically about Noah. It wasn't until the next day that I learned Noah wasn't a lawyer (yet). He was so mature for his age that I just assumed he was a lawyer, too. He was always a friendly and welcome face, and we missed him when he went off to law school. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Colby Tucker

October 5, 2020

There’s too much to say about sometime so rare and incredible. I will miss him dearly as many people will. Forever in my heart and always in ours - CT

October 4, 2020

One of the most genuine, kind and giving person. May we all aspire to have a heart like his. May his memory be a blessing.

Simone Taylor

October 4, 2020

Please except my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of grieving.

Michael Turkowitz

October 4, 2020

It just breaks my heart so much to hear of Noah’s passing. Following RBG it seems like there may have been greater plans for him in the heavens. After years of running into one another at shows and always being welcomes to a smile and kindness I cant help but feel so hurt by the news. Have so much love for this kind selfless soul and my prayers are with his family/ friends. Noah was truly meant to do great things and in my opinion lived more in a short life than many older are fortunate to do. Love you Noah and the whole Reisman family. Will never forget you brother

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