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Samuel Horowitz Obituary
June 17, 1908 - September 29, 2010
Dr. Samuel Horowitz passed away Wednesday, September 29th at his home in Tarzana, California at the age of 102. Sam Horowitz was born on the Lower Eastside of New York City on June 17th, 1908. He attended New York University and New York Medical College, graduating with an MD in 1933. He served with distinction with the 8th Division in World War II as a Battalion Surgeon in the European Theatre of Operations.
After the war, Sam Horowitz met and married Doris Friedman in 1947, and started a family medical practice in Kew Gardens, New York. His medical practice grew to include large extended families. Sam enjoyed every minute of the practice of family medicine. In 1973, the family moved to California. Sam and Doris traveled extensively, visiting many areas of the world.
Sam Horowitz was a wonderful, gentle and caring man, and will be missed by many. He is survived by Doris, his wife of 63 years, his sons Bud and Steve, daughter in law Linda and his beloved grandchildren, Seth and Rachelle.
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Patricia Scharf
September 25, 2019
I will always remember Sam. How could I not? He brought me into this world and he and Doris were a big part part of my childhood. And they always brought Duchess with them, that wonderful cocker spaniel of theirs. Those visits with them and Buddy and Steve will always stay with me. I wish you only good memories today.
David Levy
October 4, 2010
my sincere condolences, best wishes to all.
October 1, 2010
From Patricia Scharf - Doris, Buddy and Steve, I was so upset this morning when I saw the notice in the LA Times. We had looked for your contact info when Mom passed on May 10th but couldn't find it and then I saw this.
My deepest sympathy and love to you all - Neither Barbara nor I would be here if not for Sam and I think of you all (and Duchess) fondly. If the funeral is here in LA and hasn't happened yet, please let me know the details so I can attend. Again, know that I'm thinking about you all during this difficult time.
Patricia Scharf
Barbara Scharf Schamest
October 1, 2010
From Barbara Scharf Schamest - daughter of Dave and Esther Scharf- My heartfelt sympathy to Doris, Bud and Steve. A long time friend of my father's, Sam delivered me and my sister and was often thought of when reciting our family history. With my Mom's recent passing, that history was made current, as I have gone through her notes and memorabilia. We have some old pictures of them together as well.
Barbara Scharf Schamest - [email protected]
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