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for HERBERT MARX
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Tedra Schneider
June 1, 2025
Herb Marx, my stepfather for over 25 years ,was much admired by me for his intelligence, his care and concern about my brother and myself but especially for the attention he displayed to my children as they grew from youngsters into adults . Forever on a quest for one of my children to take up stamp collecting, that goal was never achieved . However, they enjoyed his stories, his humor and our family gatherings .
May his memory be for a blessing !
Joanne(yosepha) Krohn
June 2, 2024
That was a great destination when I was a TOURO/ Breuers undergrad. Take the elevator up and you entered Samuel Johnson dictionary heaven. There was a beautiful harp, lovely art, amazing view and the most wonderful and generous couple on the East river.
Aunt Dottie and Uncle Herb were gracious hosts for sleepovers, dinners out at Moshe Peking and other fine Kosher dining locations. After I met Yehuda, Aunt Dottie and Uncle Herb continued to host us as a couple giving us tours of NYC and sharing many beautiful afternoons and evenings.
Many years have passed and as I drive through Manhattan, up and down Riverside Drive, and FDR drive, I still share stories with my children of my "great" aunt and uncle who embraced us with warmth and love. May their memories be a blessing.
Yosepha (Fisher) Krohn
Tedra Schneider
June 2, 2024
Herb is remembered often throughout the year. He was my step-father who
shared his life experiences about being in the OSS in World War II and then his corporate career and eventually became a well respected arbitrator.
Most endearing was his demonstration of love and patience with my 3 children who called him Grandpa Herb. He tried to interest each and everyone of them in stamp collecting (to no avail) but I can say we celebrated each other's birthdays at the Oyster Restaurant in Grand Central Station.
Many fond memories of Herb's marriage to my mother ,Dorothy and many fond memories of holiday celebrations as a family!
Dr. Mark and Barbara Fisher
June 4, 2023
Barbara and Dr. Mark Fisher admired Herb Marx who was married to our aunt Dorothy. It was such a delight to visit with them on the East Side of New York overlooking the water. Certainly Herb was a mensch in the best sense of the word. Our youngest son became a Bar Mitzvah after Dorothy had passed. But, Herb came to the Bar Mitzvah in Atlanta and we were so delighted to have him with us. Herb had an incredible professional life but unless you pushed him to talk about it, you just would not know about his many accomplishments. From the first time we met Herb, we just fell in love with him.
Tedra Schneider
June 1, 2023
A man of intellect, caring and a sense of decency. Herb , my step father, was at times a writing mentor, raconteur and what a collection of life stories he had. His love for my mother, Dorothy, was without question . Much of his wisdom and advice are still with me today . I miss him !
Love you, Herb ! Tedra
Jan - Ira Lapides
June 1, 2022
Herbert was the voice of reason. Our time spent with him was always an enlightening experience. His even handedness was expressed in every opinion which was what made him such a good arbitrator and gentleman.
Ted St. Antoine
June 3, 2020
I consider my dear late wife Lloyd an infallible judge of human beings. She loved Herb Marx. She considered him wise, warm, witty, savvy, widely knowledgeable, constantly willing to share his views and knowledge, and also constantly willing to hear what others had to say. I can heartily second Lloyd's thoughts.
Jan Lapides
June 1, 2020
Given the recent events in New York and elsewhere, what this country needs now is a great mediator. Herb had the rare talent for bringing opposing sides together. He was calm when he engaged in conversation but as a quick thinker could see several "chess moves" ahead. Bringing people to the table with the goal of working things out reasonably was his genius.
Tedra Schneider
June 1, 2020
Herbert was such a classy man - educated, witty, loving and the quintessential Renaissance man. He was knowledgable in so many areas and he regaled us with his stories from World War II and his love of anything British. He loved his children, grandchildren, his wife, Dorothy, and his step children Michael Levine and Tedra Schneider and their children ---and we loved him.
Benjamin Flusberg
January 28, 2012
Dear Family,
I got to know Herb back in ~1999 while Keren and I were dating. We visited Herb and Dorothy's apartment with the fantastic view and enjoyed seeing their various collections. Both of them also attended Keren's college graduation.
Herb was always very friendly, laid back, and knowledgeable on just about any subject we spoke about. I was very excited when I had the chance to see him again a few years ago at Jonathan's house in Marin. He enjoyed meeting our daughters Nina and Eliana.
We will miss Herb but will always carry fond memories of him.
Benjamin Flusberg and Keren Fisher
Jeff Tener
July 30, 2011
The outpouring on the National Academy of Arbitrators' mailist makes is obvious that Herb was well liked and highly respected by his colleagues. Both in sheer numbers and thoughtful, content, these entries make it apparent that he was extremely well liked and had made many friends and created many fond memories.
His range of interests made it easy and stimulating for people to talk to him as did, of course, his own easy and unpretentious manner.
Gloria and I have very fond memories of Herb and Dorothy and then of Herb alone in New York at restaurants, museums, and the apartment as well as in Princeton where, unlike some New Yorkers, they were quite willing to visit.
We will miss him.
Jeff and gloria Tener
Mattye & Bob Gandel
June 29, 2011
I just wanted you to know, which you already know, what a special man your father was. He always took new arbitrators under his wings and helped us navigate the process. He was genuine, caring, so full of life and loved his family the most. So sorry he is gone.
Bonnie Weinstock
June 24, 2011
I am a NYC arbitrator with the fondest of memories of your father. As I am 50-something, you can imagine that I was a "newbie" in the field while your father was quite established and accomplished. He was warm and welcoming, always with a smile and a kind word, which was particularly meaningful for someone new to the field. He was always willing to offer helpful advice, and the advice was always insightful!
My husband went to Albany Medical College and the entrance there is the "Neal Hellman Pavilion." Herb and I spent lots of time discussing the family connection. Your loss is shared by many, which is a very fitting legacy of a wonderful man with unfailing integrity.
I wish you and your family the comfort that comes from the many accolades that describe your father.
Sincerely,
Marl/Barbara Fisher
June 23, 2011
Dear Family,
Our hearts were heavy with the sad news that your beloved father, stepfather and grandfather had died. Just know that our thoughts are with you at this sad time. To us this wonderful human being was Uncle Herb. He married Aunt Dotty shortly after we were married. And they were the most delightful pair. Always the gracious hosts and the best super people any college students could have nearby.. When our children attended college in NYC, they were wined and dined on many occasions. But better than any food or fancy restaurant, Herb and Dotty were both so engaging and so genuinely interested in whomever they were with. We know that our son Jon(Yeshiva University) and our daughter Keren (Stern College of Yeshiva U.), will cherish those memories. They sure liked to visit Aunt Dot and Uncle Herb. And, so did we.
Herb continued to attend our family events even after Dorothy had died. He was part of our family forever. He came to our children's weddings and our son Aaron's Bar Mitvah in Atlanta.
I think we did get to meet Herb’s children many years ago. And I'm sure that you are very special too, as an apple does not fall far from the tree. You were certainly blessed to have Herb as your Dad. He was an extraordinary man and he did so many worthwhile things during his whole life including his advanced years. He is certainly a good example to us all to keep striving to meet your goals and never to be stagnant in thought and deed. We were so proud of Uncle Herb and his achievements in his career. In fact, we thought the world of him. We would tell our children that the President of the United States appointment him to a certain position. You should have looked at their faces at that point. Yes, Herb you were special.
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We pray that you will be comforted by the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Our deepest sympathy,
Mark and Barbara Fisher (Tedra’s first cousins as our beloved mothers were sisters)
Atlanta, Georgia
Susan ROBINS
June 18, 2011
I knew Herbert and Dorothy since we all moved into WatersideI , and in his later years here we became good friends. I was truly sorry to see him leave his lovely and beloved home when he did, but i kept in touch with him during his two residencies in Philadelphia. I was so sad and surprised to learn of his death, and I would like to be informed of his memorial. My heart goes out to all of his large family.
SUSAN ROBINS
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Benjamin Marx
June 18, 2011
My grandfather was exactly how grandfathers should be. Rich with history, sharp in wit, and as loving as anyone I have ever known. His stories still come back to me, complete with a slight rasp and a wondrous cadence. I remember as a child going to see Cats with him on Broadway, a place he knew his way around better than any other. I remember the views from his waterside apartment overlooking the hudson and all the maritime and aerial activity kept a boy my age quite fascinated. I loved my grandfather, and he will always be remembered.
Ted St. Antoine
June 17, 2011
Herb had an uncanny capacity for finding common ground with everyone he met. He was the quintessential cultured Mew Yorker, and I have loved the place ever since I spent my college years at Fordham. Then, when I presided over a couple of meetings of the National Academy of Arbitrators, Herb was my infallible, unflappable Parliamentarian. He even taught me that a motion didn't need a "second" unless there was a real question whether it had any supporters besides the mover. Lastly, my wife Lloyd was especially fond of Herb -- and I have never known her to be wrong about anybody. Herb carved out a special niche for himself in the hearts of all who knew him.
The Watermark
June 15, 2011
Your dad was very special and the community really opened up to expressed their thoughts.
Andy Schneider
June 14, 2011
Herb was a wonderful Grandfather.
I have so many fond memories: playing tennis, swimming at Waterside Plaza, eating lunches in Albany, taking road-trips to Dartmouth College, reading old dictionaries, eating the best eggs and toast ("Winkers") ever, counting tea tins, and hearing fascinating stories about WWII.
He packed conversations full of intellect, wisdom, and history.
He will be sorely missed.
May he rest in peace.
Hilary Schneider
June 12, 2011
Growing up it was always such a treat to visit Herb and my grandmother Dorothy at Waterside Plaza because I couldn't wait to see which new dictionaries and tea tins he had acquired. I learned about which ones I could play with and which ones I couldn't touch.
As a child Herb got me into coin and stamp collecting which I then replaced with barbie and cabbage patch dolls. Ironically, on the day he died I was at the Philadelphia Mint and was reminiscing to my fiance about how Herb got me into coin collecting and how I never stuck with it. I really felt his presence that day and I was utterly shocked and saddened to hear about his death.
Herb will truly be missed.
Ariel Marx
June 12, 2011
He was an incredible man, a beautiful and caring grandfather, and just a genuinely bright human being. I am so grateful for his life, and saddened by his death. May we all have a little bit of him in us!
Sara Lackner - Foa
June 12, 2011
Our sincere condolences and best regards to the Marx family. He was a kind and brilliant man. May he rest in peace.
Tedra Schneider
June 11, 2011
June 11, 2011
Many years ago, Herb and I decided that we would take the word "step" out of our relationship. It had such a negative connotation. So henceforth we would simply be father and daughter.
It was during these past 39 years that I had come to admire Herb's brilliance,his being the quintessential host, his love of all things "English, as well as his love of words and dictionaries. It was also his love and devotion to my mother and the many happy years that they spent together, that will be an everlasting memory.
It is with gratitude that I cherish the fact that Herb has given me two wonderful brothers and a sister.He has left so much to all of us!
Jan Lapides
June 10, 2011
Herb and Dorothy always shared their good fortune with my Mother-In-Law, Violet who had become a widow at 55. The year that Violet turned 90, they sent her a check for $90. You would have thought she had won the lottery!
I truly respected and loved Herb for being the voice of reason and compassion. The world is truly a better place for his devotion to his career and family.
Greg Schneider
June 10, 2011
Herb's wisdom and guidance far exceeded his 89 years. I was fortunate to have Herb as my 3rd grandfather. Having three grandfathers is like hitting the lotto. Herb was very influential on me in how I interacted with people; with a sense of diplomacy and fairness.
Herb's international exploits during World War II was a motivator for me to go out and see the world.
One of my fondest memories of Herb was of the time I was in 4th grade and came home a bit upset because the school doctor determined that my height was under average for my age. Herb who at the time, along with my grandmother Dorothy, was watching my siblings and me, said, "Nonsense my boy, you make up the average." I instantly felt better no longer feeling under average.
Grandpa Herb - you'll be missed.
Keren Fisher
June 9, 2011
He was “Uncle Herb” to me and I loved spending time with him. I remember meeting him when I was a little girl in the apartment at Waterside. He was married to my great-aunt, Dorothy (my paternal grandmother’s sister) and they were so friendly and fun to be around! I was fascinated by all of his collections, especially the dictionaries and tea tins. When I attended college in NYC, I visited them regularly and was very excited to pick up some unusual tea tins during my summer travels that would get to be part of his phenomenal collection! I was always amazed by how sharp Herb remained! He was a true intellectual and also maintained a great sense of humor as well as compassion for others.
The dictionary and atlas he gave me as wedding gifts are cherished possessions. The time he came to Atlanta to be at my younger brother’s Bar Mitzvah weekend was really meaningful to us all. He made sure that when we lived in the Bay Area we got to know his son, Jonathan, daughter-in-law Johanna, and their children. We truly enjoyed getting to know them and were honored to be at their home one year for Ariel’s birthday! We got to see Herb in California and cherished that time with him.
We are so sad that Herb has passed away. He made a very positive and significant impression on my life and I am certainly a better person for having known Herb and learned from his ways- how to be thoughtful, friendly, easy-going, open-minded, fair, funny, fun, a life-long-learner, and kind.
My sincere condolences to all of Uncle Herb’s family. I loved him very much.
Keren Fisher
Atlanta, GA
June 9, 2011
My dad has told me many times how much he enjoyed spending time with Herb...breakfasts together, dinners and never tiring of his stories! my father is silently grieving for his "new" friend..there is a hole where his smile once was. Sending our condolences to the family. Know that your father is missed at The Watermark.
from Amy, daughter of Philip Schupler.
Donna Lee Michas
June 9, 2011
He was, by far and away, the best employer I ever had. A kind, smart, generous, helpful, coaching, patient man among men. I already missed him dearly after he retired. But now he's with Dorothy ... so, I am happy for him. Rest in peace, Herb; please, rest in eternal peace.
June 8, 2011
Lyssa what a beautiful tribute to your grandpa..sincere condolences to you and your family. Love Karen
Morton & Alese Pechter
June 7, 2011
A beautiful recounting of a beautiful, outstanding life. Herb shall remain in our memories forever and we know that he will always be there for his large,extended family, reminding each constantly to live his life to the fullest as he always did.
Our heartfelt thoughts go out to all. Beginning as Dartmouth College roommates, Herb has been a truly good, close friend throughout the years.
ENJOY BEING!!!
Morton & Alese Pechter
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