JOEL STEPHEN GLASER

JOEL GLASER Obituary

GLASER, JOEL STEPHEN, M.D., 72, died February 9th, 2011. Beloved Father of Larah, Benjamin, Jacob and Owen, grandfather of Mayan, brother of Janet. Funeral will be held at 11am on Friday, Feb. 11th at Riverside Gordon at Mount Nebo Kendall, 5900 SW 77th Ave., Miami. We will be observing Shiva at our Father's home, 4121 Crawford Ave, Coconut Grove, FL 33133, 305-661-2147 View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Feb. 11, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for JOEL GLASER

13 Entries

March 1, 2011

He's the only one that new what was going on with me. I will remeber him forever. It is because of him I can see again. He will always be in my heart.

Morton Goldberg

February 17, 2011

Joel Glaser, a unique and wonderful person,came into my life when we both served in the U.S. Public Health Service in 1967-1969. He travelled with my wife and me for both personal and professional reasons to India and Japan, where we had a rollicking good time. Exposure to Joel's wonderful sense of humor and joy of life left a lasting impact on us, and we regularly have spoken of him with the greatest of fondness and admiration. He had tremendous vitality and was a dear friend. We send our deepest and most sincere condolences to his children and other family members and friends./ Morton F. Goldberg, M.D., the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore.

Sylvia Thompson

February 15, 2011

I knew Joel in the 1970's. He was funny and totally uninhibited. He just loved life. When he came into any room, he brought a party with him. I'm sure many people feel he gave them a gift of a good time at some point in their life. In addition to his medical skills -- that is a wonderful legacy.

February 15, 2011

My sincere sympathy goes to Dr. Glaser's family. He was a wonderful man and doctor and will be sorely missed by too many to count, especially Dr. Norman Schatz...Lee Beck formerly of Bascom Palmer Eye Institte.

David Parris

February 14, 2011

Dr. Glaser was the first doctor to work with my Horners eye condition. He was so friendly and knowledgable. It was a pleasure to know him. Later on, Dr. Schatz worked in curing my eye condition. Sometimes both of them checked my eyes at any given time. Both doctors are the best in their field. It was an honor to have known Dr. Glaser for these many years. He was a great man.

Simmons Lessell

February 14, 2011

That Joel was an exceptional clinician and teacher who made many important contributions to neuro-ophthalmology should go without saying. He was also a genuine wit. Joel and Norm took turns at being the foil in their hilarious exchanges. One side of his character that deserves emphasis is that he was an exceedingly kind man. At a time in our lives when we were attempting to find equilibrium after a family tragedy, Joel was very supportive in many ways. It came naturally to him.
Joel was admired and loved by his colleagues. I will miss him.

Martin ten Hove

February 13, 2011

Joel Glaser was an exceptionally kind and genuine man. As mentor, Joel taught you so much more than neuro-ophthalmology. He taught you how to think, how to write, how to question, how to put family first and how to live. For that I will always be grateful.

To witness Joel kibitzing with his long-time friend Norm, was like being witness to the creation of a beautiful tapestry with coloured strands of love, teamwork, humour, and culture. Those who knew them together are richer for the experience and are no doubt still smiling.

There are many who will miss Joel and his many special qualities, but none more than his family and adopted family -- Norman.
I send you my prayers and condolences.

Ariadna Silva-Lepe

February 12, 2011

Have a nice trip "amigo"...you were an excellent teacher, a great doctor, an extraordinary man...we will miss you. Comfort and peace to his family (my friend Janet) and to his friends (this is for you my dear Norman Schatz).

Leah Levi

February 12, 2011

I didn't work with Joel but the clarity of his teaching was a real influence on me and many other neuro-ophthalmologists. He was always very kind and friendly to me and other (then) youngsters in the field. One of the giants who will be really missed. Please accept my wishes of long life.

Susan Pierres

February 12, 2011

My mother and I were deeply saddened today to read of Dr. Glaser's passing. He was a remarkable physician and a fascinating man, who never failed to greet my mother (now 96) with "have you been a good girl lately?" We will miss his excellent care, his sense of humor, and his interesting commentary on world affairs. Our deepest sympathy to his family, friends, and colleagues.

Wirtley & Douglas Anderson

February 11, 2011

February 11, 2011
Many memories with Douglas joining Bascom Palmer in 1969 and with Joel participating in phenomenal growth of the Institution. And we shared in birthday celebrations, with Joel being exactly one day older than Wirtley. He contributed so much to the teaching program locally and the academic world globally, enjoyed good times with friends, formed a loving family, and was increasingly devoted to his heritage and faith. Unable to attend his funeral, we want to share our sorrow with his family at his passing. May you find comfort and peace.

ELLYN BOBICK

February 11, 2011

DR. GLASER WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND AN EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICIAN. HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO KNEW HIM.

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