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Philip George BARACH

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Philip BARACH Obituary

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Philip George Barach, age 84, passed away on August 31, 2014. Philip was a graduate of Boston Latin School, Boston University, and Harvard Business School. Married in 1955 to Sheila Brown of Newton, MA, Philip moved to Cincinnati, OH in 1962 and became Chief Executive Officer of the US Shoe Corporation, and remained in that position until his retirement in 1993. Phil is survived by his wife Sheila; three sons Michael, David and Daniel, and 13 grandchildren. Private services on Thursday, September 4 at 11:00 AM at the Stanetsky Memorial Chapels, 1668 Beacon Street, BROOKLINE, MA. with interment at Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park, Centre Street, West Roxbury. Shiva will be held at his home in Bedford, from Thursday after 3pm, Friday from 12 to 3pm, and Sunday noon to 3pm. A Memorial Gathering will be held Friday at 5pm, at Hampton Place, 77 Florence Street, Chestnut Hill, MA. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be donated to the charity of your choice." Stanetsky Memorial Chapels, (617)232-9300 www.Stanetsky.com

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer on Sep. 3, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Philip BARACH

19 Entries

Howard Kerstine

August 27, 2023

Phil was a wonderful person and leader who was beloved by all who knew him

Oda and LaRosa James

April 15, 2015

Mrs.Barach, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Barach. You both were such wonderful people to us and my mom. She is so upset to hear this news. Our condolences go out to you, your children, and grand children. Love you all. Oda and Family

Patty Herb

October 18, 2014

Sheila, Your sweet husband was so kind to me when I worked for him at U.S. Shoe Corporation. I respected him so much. When he praised my work on the company's annual reports, I was so honored. I was a single Mom at the time and he remembered my daughter Perry's name and asked about her regularly. I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember him in my heart forever.

October 8, 2014

Shelia: Lois and I are so very sorry for your loss of Phil. Though we didn't know him that well, we did share many mitzvahs with both him and you. Our condolences to your 3 sons and the grandchildren. With much love, Peter and Lois Bachner

September 12, 2014

Sheila,
Karl and Sarah and I send our sympathy, and I will be sure to inform our two "sons," Steve and David, of your loss. It's been a long time, but we will always think of you fondly and with gratitude. Sincerely, Sally Miller

September 8, 2014

My sincere sympathies for the loss of your beloved one. May the Hearer of Prayer bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time-Isaiah 51:12

Allan Tolchinsky

September 5, 2014

Phil was a unique man sharing his warmth and kindness with an incredible intellect. I hold on to and cherish the encouraging memos and letters that he sent to me over the years. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with the Barach family.

September 4, 2014

I want to share something that Phil did for me several years ago. I was an attorney for the US Shoe Corporation in 1986 when I was stricken with a brain aneurysm . Phil took a personal interest in me and called my wife several times with uplifting thoughts. The conversations were about how she would have to be strong for me and that recovery would be long and difficult. He was able to tell her not to worry about finances and my check would be continued. I recovered slowly and returned to work. I am now 65 years old and a retired lawyer. I will never forget the human feelings that Phil expressed to my wife. It made me feel like I was part of the family and I shall never forget the sincere thoughts that he conveyed at such a difficult time in my life. I will always have a special place in my heart for Phil.
George Werden ( West Chester, Ohio)

Ted Finn

September 4, 2014

Phil was a dear friend and mentor to my father, a kind and wise leader, and always a cheerleader and supporter for our entire family over the past decades. A wonderful human being who made a huge difference to so many people. A great and humble leader who cared for his associates, like family, and set a standard and example of leadership rare on this planet. A privilege and honor to have know him, worked together, and been able to share his unique energy and spirit over many years.

Jo Anne Eisert - Jordan

September 3, 2014

I worked with Phil for many years and knew him as a very kind soul who loved the company and the family he built at the Shoe. Really enjoyed knowing him. Rest in Peace Mr Barach...

Susan Horner

September 3, 2014

Phil was a wonderful, lovely man. I always enjoyed his visits or speaking to him on the phone, especially when Daddy died. He wrote his obit for us. I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my husband the 4th of August so I know how difficult this time is for everyone. You are so fortunate to have all of your children and grandchildren around you now. You all will be in my prayers. God Bless Sheila. Love Susie Smith Horner (mother sends her love too)

ed klee

September 3, 2014

I am glad I had the opportunity to work with Phil. He was a gentleman and a leader. God Bless!

Marcy Mongon

September 3, 2014

The entire U.S.Shoe family loved Phil Barach. Now he can keep an eye on us once again.

Jack A. Diebold

September 3, 2014

Greetings to the Barach family. Though I never met Philip, I was a friend of Bev and Carl Siple when they lived in Cincinnati and they spoke very highly and with the utmost respect of him. I had done some work for the Siple's and Phil sent me an email or a card telling me how happy they were with what I had done for them and that made Philip very pleased and wanted to express those feelings to me. What a very thoughtful gesture. I believe the working relationship between Phil and Beverly was very special, professional and lasting. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family as you mourn Phil's passing. Rest assured his legacy will have a far reaching affect and his footprint on the business arena will be felt for years to come. Philip, you lived a life of greatness with much success, yet you were humble and compassionate to those around you. Shalom, my friend and Godspeed to your loved ones. Sincerely, Jack A. Diebold, Deer Park, OH.

Larry Peck

September 2, 2014

Phil was a great visionary and I truly respected his
management style. I am glad to have had the opportunity to work at US Shoe under his leadership.
I will always remember him.

Bev Downs Sherman

September 2, 2014

Sheila,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in Phil's passing.
I will always remember his kind, caring ways and his famous memo's during my tenure at U S Shoe! Jim and Marty both would send their love to you and I know they took many "Phil memories" with them.
With so many of his Shoe family members going before him, just maybe there's going to be a a huge reunion party going on that unfortunately we won't be present for.
My love to you, your boys and their families.

September 2, 2014

Phil was a wonderful leader and friend to all of us at U.S. Shoe.
We will always hold him in our fondest memories.
Howard Kerstine

Susan Sailer

September 2, 2014

I will miss your voice, your advise and the link to Bubbe. Say hi to everyone for us.

Love from your niece Susan

David Reichert

September 2, 2014

Marlyn and I send our deepest sympathies to Sheila and her children. Phil was a wonderful man and we know he will be greatly missed.

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