Richard Edmund Horowicz began life in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, on September 25, 1938, as the cherished son of Edmund and Harriet Horowicz. After their death, Rick was adopted by Leo and Lillian Horowicz. He spent his childhood in a number of places, including Chicago, Germany and Switzerland. Rick graduated from the Georgetown School of Foreign Service and received an advanced degree from Johns Hopkins University. He accepted a military commission as an Army officer. He served numerous tours in Germany and Vietnam, where he was awarded the Bronze Star. After his military service, Richard enjoyed a long and fulfilling career as an educator in the Baltimore City Public School system and at Talmudical Academy. Days before his first tour of duty, Richard met Robbye Lee Barrow on a blind date. They married shortly after in 1962 -- a union that would last the remainder of his life. Their legacy is a large and loving family. Rick is survived by his wife, his daughter (Neysa Horowicz of South Attleboro, MA), his three sons and their wives (Christopher and Karissa Horowicz of Shepherdstown, WV; Benjamin and Elizabeth Horowicz of Los Gatos, CA; and Joshua and Sarah Horowicz of Framingham, MA), and 8 grandchildren. A being in constant motion, Rick loved everything active and outdoors. He enjoyed long bike rides, yard work, hiking, and camping. He was rarely seen without one of his not-quite-fashionable Havana shirts, a cup of coffee, and a hidden stash of sweets. He read all of the time. He loved to discuss and debate with anyone willing to test his substantial intellect. Most of all, Rick loved his family. He lived every day for his wife. The activities and accomplishments of his children and grandkids gave him great joy and energy. Rick was unfailingly genuine. He lived life without artifice or pretense. He was a big, cheerful, and positive presence. Rick will be missed, but his memory will live on through the many lives he influenced. A service celebrating Rick's life will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, February 7th at the Entler Hotel in Shepherdstown, WV on the corner of German and Princess Streets. Arrangements are by Brown Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.BrownFuneralHomesWV.com

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Feb. 5, 2016.

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September 16, 2016

Evan Mitnick

February 28, 2016

I just saw this or I would have written earlier. I was a student of Mr. Horowicz for regular and AP history back at TA in the early 80's. He was an excellent teacher and I really loved his classes. I wish I had stayed in touch as I'm sure he would have had some very interesting things to say about world events and the goings-on in US politics over the last few years. I'm sure we wouldn't have agreed on very much but it would have been so much fun to debate with him as it was back in school. He was a wonderful man and I'm sure you will miss him. Please accept my condolences.

Evan Mitnick

Alan Mensh

February 16, 2016

I was a student of Mr. Richard Horowicz in Baltimore at the Talmudical Academy High School during the 1980s. He was an outstanding teacher, who made a lasting impression upon myself and my classmates. It is over thirty (30) years since he taught us, but we still remember him vividly, and his command of history. He will be missed.

Nadine Feiler

February 9, 2016

Robbye, Josh, Ben, Christopher, so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was such a generous person.

February 5, 2016

My sincerest condolences to the family. May you find much comfort in God's word during this difficult time (Hosea 13:14)

Gina Braden

February 5, 2016

Hi Robbye and family,

I remember Rick so clearly as being someone who instantly made everyone feel comfortably and genuinely "seen" and have such gratitude for how he spoke and interacted with this new teacher when I met him at school events with Robbye back in 1992. His true open genuine self shone through in everything he did and he was authentically curious about everyone and their stories. It was such a joy to see Robbye and Rick again this past summer and to be reminded of how devoted he was to his wife and how dearly, dearly he loved her. I'm sorry for the loss of this devoted husband and father and grandfather -- I hope his family can take solace in the fondness he inspired in so many of us, even those of us who only knew him briefly. My deepest condolences.

Gina Braden

February 5, 2016

Hi Robbye and Family. I just heard of your loss and was thinking of you all. I know that Richard led a full and loving life; and he took such great pride in his beautiful family. Our deepest condolences.
Meg and Jeff Zerhusen

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