Paul Berkowitz Obituary

BERKOWITZ, PAUL, 83, of North Miami, passed away on June 3, 2005. His body, but never his spirit, succumbed quietly with his family at his bedside, after a series of illnesses which he fought successfully for many years with enormous courage. Paul was born on December 12, 1921 in Salem, Massachusetts, where he was a proud graduate and football star for the Salem High Witches. He graduated as a mechanical engineer from the Carnegie Mellon Institute of Technology in 1947. Paul served during the Second World War as a Lieutenant in the US Air Force. He was enormously respected and universally admired in the Liquor industry. Paul was a principal and an executive of Old Mr. Boston, Boston, MA and a principal in American Distilling and in Mohawk Liquors. He enjoyed serving the community as a long time volunteer for SCORE / Service Core of Retired Executives. He was a longstanding member of Westview Country Club, where he was a determined and undeterred golfer. Paul was a Founder at Mt. Sinai Hospital and served as the head of the Finance committee, at Building 1 Jockey Club. Paul traveled the world as an avid boater and enthusiastic fisherman. A lifelong Red Sox fan, he vowed to live at least until the Boston Red Sox won the World Series. He was loved by everyone whose life he touched. He was a giant of a man. His outlook on all things and all people will be sorely missed. He was survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Vida, by his devoted sons Jeffrey (Yolanda) and Richard (Carla) Berkowitz, by his daughters Bonnie Berk (Dennis McLean), Sherrill Berk (Jeffrey Swartz), Robin (Richard) Seitz. He was a devoted grandfather to Andrew, Michael, Louis, Hannah, Rachel, Haley, Alexander, Noah, Loree, Taylor and Mareesa. Paul leaves his brother Marshall (Sandra) Berkowitz, his nieces Nancy and Melissa (Rob) Netkin and nephews Howard and Nathan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 4144 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-538-7231. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Jun. 6, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Berkowitz

9 Entries

Elayne & Jay Euster

June 7, 2005

Dear Vida and family,

Sincerest sympathy on your great

loss. Our thoughts are with you all.

Dr. George Jacobson

June 6, 2005

We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Vida and family.

Lela and George Jacobson

Jorge Diaz

June 5, 2005

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jorge Diaz

Ron & Ruth Benoliel

June 5, 2005

Vida,

I am saddened to hear that Paul had a long difficult time with illness but how uplifting it was to hear all the tributes to a guy that put his best foot forward even under these difficult times.

Paul reminded me so much of my father. They found each other at a party at our house and I remember feeling how alike they were. Namely, "Gentle-men", kind, and always easy to get along with. Paul had that special ability to make me feel close to him; even when I hadn't seen him for a year! He was "a cut above" most. His dedication to you and the family is enviable. I know your support system is there, as he was there for them. Ruth & I extend our warm wishes to you and the family. Paul, when I see you again I"ve got some great jokes for you to add to your collection. Le chaim!!

Harold & Pat Gelber

June 5, 2005

Richard & family,

We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father.

With sympathy,

Harold & Pat Gelber

Cindy and Lewis Brown

June 5, 2005

Jeffrey,Richard, Vida and Family,

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. With deepest sympathy,

Cindy and Lewis Brown

James Asher

June 4, 2005

Dear Vida, Richard and Jeffrey...My sincere condolensces on Paul's recent passing. With great love we shall always remember his sweet and gentle soul. My thoughts are with you and the family in this sad hour. Jimmy Asher

Dr. Bob Hersh

June 4, 2005

Dear Jeffrey, Yolanda, Andrew and Michael,

On behalf of our family, please know that our most sincere thoughts, support and condolences are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.

Most sincerely and with love,

Dr. Bob and Family

Marjorie Weber

June 4, 2005

Paul called me on or about May 20. He left word with my daughter. He did not know he was reaching me in Toulouse France where I was spending my birthday with my family. I returned home today to read of his death.

Everything in his obituary is on target. I worked with him overthe past few years at SCORE. He was loved by both his colleagues and his clients. I think one of his best qualitites was his ability to listen well to others and respond appropriately. I considered myself his friend. He has left many wonderful memories with so many people he has touched.

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