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GLAZER, William M.
Dr. William Michael Glazer, died at home on Sunday, (June 24, 2013), surrounded by his family in Menemsha, Martha's Vineyard, MA. Dr. Glazer was born in Hartford, CT on March 31, 1947 to his parents Irma and Harry Glazer of Newington. He graduated from Newington High School in 1965. He graduated from Clark University in 1969, the University of Connecticut Medical School in 1973, and completed his residency in psychiatry at Yale University. After completing his residency, he went into private practice and was the President of Glazer Medical Solutions in Key West, FL and Menemsha, MA. He was a clinician, researcher, lecturer and consultant and had been involved with continuing medical education since he began on the faculty of the Departments of Psychiatry first at Yale University (1978-1994) then at Harvard University (1994-2006). His research and teaching has generated the publication of hundreds of papers, chapters and multimedia educational materials. He lectured nationally for over 25 years on themes related to the diagnosis, treatment and management of severe and persistent psychiatric illnesses. He was a recognized expert in the areas of schizophrenia, tardive dyskinesia, managed care, and psychopharmacology. He leaves behind his wife, Roseline; his children, Aaron, Hillary, and Jacob; daughters-in-law Dalia and Illana; and five grandchildren. He also leaves behind his father Harry of Newington, brother Dan and sister-in-law Paula of Lake Worth, FL. He was predeceased by his mother. Dr. Glazer was admired by many friends and colleagues both on the Vineyard and Connecticut, along with his patients for whom he cared very deeply.
A graveside service was held on Martha's Vineyard at Abel's Hill on the morning of June 25, 2013. Donations may be made in his name to Daybreak Clubhouse, PO Box 1993, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568.
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Barbara Simlick
June 26, 2024
Recalling walking bye his house every day on my way to school as he and his brothers walked off their property on their way to school also.
Jack Berger
June 25, 2022
Reizl,
I want you to know that I remember this, and extend my warmest sympathies.
Stay healthy and well.
Yankl
Clyde Phillips
June 24, 2022
to my sailing buddy, my guitar pal, my lunch friend, my island amigo. i think about you every day. quick to laugh. even quicker to love. your spirit lives in my heart. in all of our hearts. i love you, bill.
clyde phillips
June 24, 2019
I miss bill everyday. his laugh, his advice, his friendship. The Vineyard is not the same without him. No one is.
Gale Levin
December 11, 2018
I just came across something referencing the "late" William Glazer. I had no idea. I did not know him well, but will never forget an act of kindness he did for me. I was a resident at UCONN and I believe he gave a lecture there which must be how I met him. I do not know exactly how it came about, but he offered to do a "practice run" on the oral boards for me. Again, details elude me as it was over 30 years ago. All I remember is that he helped me tremendously, asking questions, giving me cases, and generally preparing me for my oral boards - which I passed on the first attempt. I was always grateful that he volunteered his precious time and helped launch my career in psychiatry which I still love to this day. I will always remember that kindness.
Michael L. Gaskin.
October 2, 2017
My brother Jim and I were talking recently and Bill's name came to mind. We were high school classmates in Newington, CT. We were all close and did crazy things together. Please accept my warmest regards to you and family. My wife Pam and I spent such a wonderful vacation in Martha's Vineyard last year so we know the joy it brought you especially as a family. God's blessings to you and we look forward to seeing Bill again in heaven. Peace
April 24, 2015
Hi Roz,
I just found out that Bill passed away. I am so sorry. He was a terrific friend and valued colleague.
Regards to Hillary, Aaron, and Jacob.
Best wishes,
Hal
Margaret Walker
July 28, 2014
Just heard of Bills passing. I worked on a HHC project with Nill through NAMI. I coordinated all of our presentations. It was a great experience because Bill was kind and professional. Sad to learn this today.
Margaret Walker
July 28, 2014
Just heard of Bill's passing. He's been on my mind all week. I worked on a HHC project with him through NAMI. I coordinated all of our presentations. It was a great experience. Bill was kind and professional. Sad to learn this today. Even though late, my condolences to his wife & family. He'll be missed.
March 31, 2014
my thoughts are with rozzie today on bill's birthday. i know she's on the island, a place bill loved so much. razi, peace and comfort to you. love, shaya
G S
March 30, 2014
Missing you so terribly much, Bill. Remembering your birthday. Thoughts are with your family.
Jennifer
December 29, 2013
I am proud to have called Bill my friend for over 16 years. I have missed our chats, and the laughter, Tex. Your opinions were the ones I really valued. And the love you held for your family was one of the things I admired the most about you. My condolences to them. You are sadly missed.
John Krystal
July 15, 2013
On behalf of the Yale Department of Psychiatry, I send our condolences. Bill was a wonderful colleague, a dedicated psychiatrist, and an inspiring teacher and mentor. His passing is a loss for our field.
July 5, 2013
Remembering the days walking to school. Bill and Dan coming out of there house to join there friends on our way to school back in the late 60's. God bless you all at this time of your loss. Barbara Simlick, Stavens
Simone
July 4, 2013
I met Bill in Key West in a yoga class. We hit it off immediately and shared many memorable moments both in class and walking our dogs - his Murray and my Paco. He helped me through the loss of my husband as well as our neighbor , Lila. Bill was so very special and was never hesitant to share his love and expertise. It was so easy to love him, to just chat, to laugh with him. I am a better person for having known and loved him. Thank you, Bill and thank you Roz for sharing him.
Deb and Dave Brown
July 2, 2013
We are saddened to hear of Bill's death. He was truly one of a kind. He cared deeply and expressed his compassion and desire to help those who came to him. I will always remember his kindness and his dedication.
Bill McClure
July 2, 2013
Bill and I go back to the 60's. He was the most joyous, ebullient member of our high school and college partying squad of Starks, Fast George, Piacente
and myself. He had just the right words to put us in to outrageous situations. We accepted that he was also an intellectual talent.
When Bill and Roz celebrated their wedding it was clear they found their soul mates. Such happiness.
Many thanks to Roz for sharing her best friend Mary with me, as we married in 1980. She and I and her 4 kids had a marvelous 13 years together until God called her in 1993. p.s Roz, mourning is awfully difficult.
Best wishes to the entire family.
McClure
clyde phillips
July 2, 2013
roz - my love and a piece of my heart are with you always - shaya
Jeffrey and Susan Rubin
July 1, 2013
Dear Roz and Family
We were shocked to learn of Bill's passing. We know how difficult this time must be for you, as we know how close you were. We remember him with fondness and we hope your memories will be a great comfort.
Ira Dick
July 1, 2013
I was very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We were friends while he was going to Yale and I was just out of the Air Force, and working as a stage manager, so we saw a lot of concerts back in the early 70's and shared a lot of laughs and good times. All the best in your time of loss to his family.
July 1, 2013
I am shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Bills death. I had the pleasure of working with Bill when he was at Yale/CMHC. He was not just a terrific doctor he was a great person. I will never forget the time he rode on the back of my motorcycle making a home visit to one of our patients. My deepest condolensces to Roz and all of his family. What a tragic loss at such a young age.
Jim Rascati
July 1, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Bill's passing and I send my condolences to his family. I worked with Bill for many years when he was a consultant at Aetna and really valued his collaborative decision-making. He truly helped the field of mental health address functionality as a component of good mental health. I'm glad to read that he spent many happy days as a grandpa. Elaine Dove
Jack Berger
July 1, 2013
Tyere Reizl,
I was deeply saddened to learn of your loss, and I wish to extend my heartfelt and sincerest condolences to you,and your family, at this time of your bereavement.
May you be comforted among those who mourn in Zion and Jerusalem.
July 1, 2013
My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Glazer. May you draw close to the hearer of prayer during this difficult time. Psalm 65:2
Richard Laban
July 1, 2013
Bill was more the age of my later brother and older sister but I was thrilled to have connected via Facebook to a remarkable man I admired professionally over the years. My prayers to Bills family.
Michael Lonergan
June 30, 2013
Bill and I were classmates in high school. He was an intelligent and friendly person who went on to accomplish great things in life. His departure is a great loss. My condolences to Bill's family.
Diana Winter
June 30, 2013
Roz, I was so sorry to hear about Bill. He was such a wonderful, caring guy who will be terribly missed.
G S
June 30, 2013
Rest in peace, Tex. You were one of the best.
Rosemary Walcott
June 30, 2013
Like Nancy Jordan, I was a high school classmate of Bill's, and I too am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. His warmth, wit, and keen insight were hallmarks of his classroom involvement. What a loss for his family and colleagues; may his signature traits be part of the legacy that he leaves to his five grandchildren, who, I am sure, will miss him greatly. -Rosemary Powers Walcott
Me in New Zealand
Michael Katz
June 30, 2013
Although a 1st cousin, I hardly knew Billy. My condolences to his family and Uncle Harry
Richard Glazer
June 30, 2013
Though I haven't seen my cousin Billy in many years I'm well aware of his substantial accomplishments both personally and professionally. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.
Nancy Leber Jordan
June 30, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy to all the Glazer family. Bill and I were classmates in junior high and high school, and I remember him well: so intelligent and witty, and so kind and helpful too, with a good word and a big smile for everyone. I was not at all surprised to read of his extraordinary accomplishments in the medical profession and in psychiatric teaching and research. May his memory be a blessing to his family, friends, colleagues, and patients.
Laurie Zuckerman-Miner
June 30, 2013
Harry, Dan, Roz and family,
Bill was very much a part of my life growing up in Newington. Our families were very close and did things together, even renting a cottage at the shore one summer. At a young age, he knew he wanted to be a Doctor, and I admired him for living his dream. He found great joy in his family, and especially loved playing army with his grandchildren. I loved seeing the photos and videos he would post for his friends to see of the Menemsha army, with himself as the two star general and his grandchildren as his troops. In all his seriousness, Bill was a kid at heart. He lived life to the fullest and will live on through the memories we all have of him.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Love,
Laurie
Hope Katz Hoyt
June 30, 2013
Cousin Billy, who I had not seen in many years. Your accomplishments in your lifetime were phenomenal. May you now rest in peace. Praying for the family.
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