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died peacefully at home on April 23, 2017. Harvey had four children, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was raised in Hackensack, New Jersey, the eldest son of Isador and Isabel Krueger. Harvey was legendary in Israeli business circles and was the first banker to bring Israel to the international capital markets. A graduate of Columbia University and Columbia Law School, he was with Cravath, Swaine and Moore, LLP, then joined Kuhn, Loeb, & Co., where he eventually became Chief Executive Officer. Later, he was a Vice Chairman of Lehman Brothers and most recently, a Vice Chairman of Barclays Capital. Harvey was known for his philanthropic activities. He was an active board member and leader of numerous charitable and philanthropic organizations in the United States and Israel. These included Hebrew University (Chairman of the Board of Governors), Tel Aviv University (Chairman of the Board of Governors), Beit Hatfutsot, the Cooper-Hewitt-National Design Museum of the Smithsonian Institute (Chairman) Central Synagogue, Columbia University and Barnard College, and the Krueger Family Foundation. He was Chairman of the Peres Center for Peace. He served as a Trustee of Continuum Health Partners, Inc., and Beth Israel Medical Center. After the passing of his son of AIDS in 1988, he and his wife founded the Peter Krueger Center for Immunological Disorders of Mount Sinai/Beth Israel. He is a recipient of the distinguished John Jay Award from Columbia University and holds honorary degrees from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Bar Ilan University and The Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya. Harvey was married to Constance Alexander Krueger who passed in November, 2016. He is survived by his brother Stuart Krueger (Jill); sister-in-law Pamela Schlenger; his daughter Cathy Cohen (David Cohen) of Wynnewood, PA and their three children Rachel (Tiffany), Adam (Jordan), Alex (Deniz) and three great-grandchildren; his daughter Liz Krueger (John Seley) of New York City; and his daughter Abigail Bialer (Arthur Bialer) of Short Hills, NJ and their three children Hannah, Peter and Michael. Harvey outlived his son, Peter, who passed at age 32 in 1988. A funeral service will be held at Central Synagogue, 55th and Lexington, in Manhattan at 11am on Wednesday, April 26th. Contributions may be sent to: The Peter Krueger Center for Immunological Disorders at Mount Sinai/Beth Israel (philanthropy.mountsinai .org/donate or 212-659-8500), or any of the many organizations here and in Israel that he worked for and loved.
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Joan Beck Sadow
April 19, 2022
As a member of the Wenzelberg branch of the family tree, I am eternally grateful to Harvey for all the work he put into creating the family tree.
We spoke many times during the process...he left us a beautiful treasure to remember him by.
Joan Beck Sadow
December 6, 2021
I am the daughter of Anne Wenzelberg and George Beck. I regret that I never posted a message here before. I never met Connie, but did know Harvey. We met several times and talked quite frequently about the family tree.
I am eternally grateful to him for having done all that work. Thanks to him, I could pass accurate detailed information along to my children, and now can do the same for my grandchildren.
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Helen Forster (Miller)
November 24, 2017
I recently learned of Harvey's passing. My condolences to his family.
Harvey was a cousin - however, I met him for the first time in NYC about 20 years ago. Harvey was researching his genealogy, and got in touch with my mother, Carrie Greenwald Forster, who had been married to my dad, William Forster. My dad's mother, Minnie Rosenwasser, had a sister, as I remember, who was Harvey's grandmother.
I subsequently met Harvey a few times, mostly around Polish heritage, and genealogy matters. He seemed a lovely man, and I am sad that I never got to know him better. He certainly made an impact on Israel and Jewish affairs.
I see guest notes from names(of relations) I heard as I grew up: Krueger, Rosenwasser, Engelhardt, Krams. Now that I understand the importance of family, I wish I had met and known more of my cousins.
May Harvey rest in peace.
Helen Forster (Miller)
Michael Gore
October 13, 2017
I have only today learned of the deaths of Harvey and Connie and feel a deep sense of loss. They have been a part of my life for many many years - and even if in more recent times we saw less of each other the friendship remained warm, strong and deep. I recall many happy get-togethers in both business and family spheres.
Harvey and Connie will be sorely missed, and on behalf of all my family I send my deepest sympathy and condolences to all their family.
Daniel NIerman
October 13, 2017
Harvey, you will always be a source of inspiration .
MAY YOUR PARENTS MEMORIES BE A BLESSING
GORDON ZACKS
May 16, 2017
I have just learned of your beloved father's passing and from that, of your beloved mother's as well. What a challenging year it must have been- to have lost both parents within months of each other.
My parents were great friends to yours- over decades of friendship- sharing tragedies and joys.
I will forever remember my meetings with them as well, especially going to the NYC coffee store, which they were so so proud of.
Usually, we would receive coffee grinds as holiday gifts.
My mother absolutely adored Connie. And I remember her loving the color Red. She was always dressed so fine and elegantly.
Your father was a GIANT and GENIUS and AMAZING person. There are just not enough words to offer to show the RESPECT he deserves.
What I find absolutely amazing about your dad was his complete generosity and ethic to help others, in particular Israel and the Jews.
He was a leader, an outstanding businessman, a dedicated father/husband, a total mensch, and an excellent model to all who knew him.
What a great loss.
May you feel that both your parents are sending signs from Above, guiding you, loving you, ...
May you find comfort in your love and in your memories and in the knowing that both your parents left enormous Legacies, making the world a better place for so, so many.
My condolences,
Family of Gordon Zacks,Z"L/RIP
My parents were with your
Lois Cohodas
May 2, 2017
My late husband, Bill and I were great admirers of Harvey, and enjoyed many meetings in Jerusalem when we were able to attend the American Friends of Hebrew University's Board meetings. I send my deepest sympathy to Harvey and Connie's family, and hope they are cognizant of the huge gifts their parents gave to our planet. With my most sincere compassion and care, Lois Cohodas (from Marquette, MI, until 4 years ago).
Michael Matesic
May 2, 2017
My deepest sympathies to John and Harvey's entire family. A true class act and a mentor to many. Although our time together was brief, he left a lasting impression on me and my work. let peace and joy fill you from all of the world Harvey impacted!
Joyce Field
April 30, 2017
Harvey was a real friend and supporter of Jewish genealogy. Most important, he was a mensch.
Judy Borus
April 30, 2017
My condolences to my cousins, the Krueger family. My parents, who passed away in 1999, were Bea and Ike Krams; my father's parents were Elias Krams and Hattie Rosenwasser, Harvey's grandmother's sister. May Harvey's memory be a blessing.
Adi Duanis
April 29, 2017
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries mourns the passing of Harvey.
Harvey was a true friend and a trusted advisor who introduced Teva to the global capital markets and helped guide the Company through the pharmaceutical industry since 1982.
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the Krueger Family.
G. B.
April 29, 2017
I'd like to express my heartfelt sympathy & sincerely condolences. May the God of all Comfort be with you during this most difficult time. Psalms 18:2,6
Yves Istel
April 28, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family on the passing of a great man and dear friend. I had the honor and pleasure of working with Harvey at Kuhn Loeb and Lehman for many years, staying in touch after, and always appreciating his talents, knowledge, humanity, generosity, and love of his family. I can only imagine how much you will miss him , as I will.
I regret not having been with you on Wednesday, but was there in spirit
Two Harveys in 2013
Ruth Rosenwasser
April 28, 2017
Harvey Mark Kreuger was a cousin of my departed husband, Harvey Mark Rosenwasser whose mother was an Engelhardt. They enjoyed keeping in touch via email and especially researching their common family lineage. My sincere condolences to all of the Kreuger family.
Sallyann Amdur Sack
April 28, 2017
A few, rare individuals pass through this world having made a valuable impact on those fortunate enough to have known them. Harvey Krueger was one of those people. Altruism and philanthropy were key to who Harvey was, and the world of Jewish genealogy was a major recipient of his generosity in innumerable ways.
Harvey always made time to meet and listen to new ideas, one of his most endearing qualities. When Neville Lamdan and I approached him with the idea of an academic institute for Jewish genealogy, Harvey immediately recognized its value and responded with encouragement, ideas, emotional support and the money to help get it started. Have served as Honorary President of the International Institute for Jewish Genealogy. Without him, it would not exist today. The world is a colder place without Harvey Krueger; he will be sorely missed.
Beth Rosenwasser
April 28, 2017
Dear daughters & your families.
I am so sad for your loss. As the daughter of the other recently passed "Harvey Mark" Rosenwasser, I know how truly sad it is to lose a wonderful father. I know of your father because mine was a lover of genealogy as well. The 2 Harvey Marks (both named for the same grandfather) really made their mark on humanity in lovely and important ways! May we all carry on their wonderful legacies.
G Corsico
April 27, 2017
Harvery Krueger led with his heart and I had the pleasure of working with him while at Columbia. Throughout my 25 years in not for profit, I have never met anyone who cared as much for a cause than Harvey did for Israel and education. He was a gentleman, a quiet leader, and a true mensch. My thoughts are with his family.
Marjie Engelhardt Coopersmith
April 27, 2017
Our Deepest sympathy to the Kruegar family on the loss of a great man. Many years ago, Harvey shared a genealogy map of our family with me. Our grandmothers were twin sisters. May his memory be a blessing and all of his good work his legacy. Marjie Engelhardt Coopersmith and Jeff Coopersmith
Norma Engelhardt Lippman
April 27, 2017
We are Ron Engelhardt and Norma Engelhardt Lippman. Our grandmother, Amelia was the identical twin sister to Harvey's grandmother, the Rosenwasser twins. We are so sorry to learn of Harvey's passing. Deepest condolences.
Lois Ranz
April 27, 2017
My deepest condolences to Krueger Family. Harvey was a very special, wonderful man. I am so saddened. So enjoyed working with him. He was a true friend and will be greatly missed.
S B
April 27, 2017
I am so sorry for the family's loss. You may fond comfort through prayer and God's loving promise found at John 6:40.
AC
April 27, 2017
May the God and father of Abraham be with you as we await the fulfillment of seeing Abraham offspring filled the earth like the stars in the heavens. Genesis 15:5,6.
Howard Wiesenfeld
April 27, 2017
Even among the most successful among us, few have the ability or insight to make a contribution that is everlasting. Harvey Krueger's extraordinary achievements on behalf of the State of Israel have made an indelible mark on the history of the Jewish people and on the world. He will forever inspire us.
Elaine Pasqua
April 26, 2017
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Harvey Krueger. I have never met a man of such warmth, integrity, exemplary values, and the ability to truly care for others. Harvey generously supported my AIDS educational non profit. I will truly miss our enlightening conversations. Rest in peace Harvey. You will be missed by so many.
Andrea
April 26, 2017
To the Krueger Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss,
Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences,
May the peace that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time.
April 26, 2017
To have witnessed his son Peter pass away at an early age was undoubtedly one of the greatest challenges for a proud and loving father like Harvey to overcome during his lifetime. His strength and that of his family served me as an example in my ways. Peter's optimism, youthfulness and strength lived on in his father, his friend, this very kind and generous man. I will miss them both. Bob
Nancy Levin
April 26, 2017
I met Harvey many years through the genealogy world. He was my friend and I will miss him.
Neal Levy
April 26, 2017
Shocked and saddened to hear the news about Harvey. Hard to imagine this world without him; it is a world that has lost a giant of a leader whose authority and standing stemmed from his goodness, his dedication and his integrity. Through his ongoing and vast philanthropic efforts he worked hard to repair the world and develop an Israel that is secure, just, prosperous and living in peace with its neighbors. Rest in peace, dear Harvey -- your legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of the thousands of people you touched.
Ron Lubash
April 26, 2017
Our dearest friend and mentor, will always be in our hearts. Orly & Ron Lubash and family.Israrl
Sallai Meridor
April 25, 2017
My condolences to the Krueger family. Harvey was a very special person with a brilliant mind and a huge heart. His contribution to Israel's strength has been unique, pioneering and invaluable. May you find some comfort in Harvey's spirit, passion and action, among the builders of Zion. Yours, Sallai Meridor
Walter Stern
April 25, 2017
A wonderful man; the world and--particularly Israel are better off because of Harvey
Liz Joglar
April 25, 2017
A man with the courage and wisdom early on to help fight an epidemic that today has an end in sight. He has touched the lives of many.
Joshua Sills
April 25, 2017
My deepest and sincere condolences to the entire Krueger family. I know you will have the comfort of wonderful memories to sustain you, not only through this most difficult time, but also in the future.
April 25, 2017
We had great conversations and appreciated each other. Our best wishes to you.
Mona and Alfred Roven M.D.
S B
April 25, 2017
I am so sorry for the family's loss. You may find comfort through prayer and God's loving promise found at John 6:40.
G. B.
April 25, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the precious memories of your dear loved one comfort you. Psalms 94:18,19
Staci Light Recanati
April 25, 2017
Condolences to the Krueger family. May warm memories comfort you during this difficult time. Harvey, you were a giant among men and a trusted mentor. Your generosity of spirit was boundless. The world is a lesser place without you in it. Rest in peace-- your endless acts of goodness will always be remembered. BDH
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