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MARGOLIS, John A. (Jack) 94, died January 14th. A life long resident of Dayton, Jack graduated from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He was vice president of The Metropolitan Clothing Co., which was founded by his father, J.H. Margolis and later the owner of D.H. Peer Ltd. Jack served as Captain in the U.S. Army during WWII, in charge of a gasoline supply company while stationed in Africa, Italy and France. He served as president of the boards of The Salvation Army, Goodwill Industries and The Better Business Bureau and on the boards of Temple Israel, The Miami Valley School and Good Samaritan Hospital. He was a member of the Dayton Rotary Club, a treasury of friendships. Preceded in death by his parents J.H. Margolis and Marguerite Margolis, son Dr. John H. Margolis, brother Robert S. Margolis. Survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Audrey, two daughters Jane (Dr. Daniel) Miller, Cathy (Michael) Schwartz, daughter-in-law JoAnne Margolis, eight grandchildren Scott, Michael and Timothy Miller, Emily, Lorie and Elizabeth Margolis, Alison and Hope Furst, sister Carline Copeland Ravel, nephew and nieces Susy Himelhoch, Carol (Doug) Kadison, Albert Copeland, Merrie Lyn (Doug) Blackford, Cyr Daniel, Connie Bally and Audrey Himelhoch. Jacks life was enriched by his family, friends and service to the community. He is lovingly remembered for his wisdom and humor; integrity and generous caring heart. The family wishes to thank the exceptional staff at THE SUITES at WALNUT CREEK who daily demonstrate the power and beauty of loving kindness and excellence. Funeral service will be held Sunday 1:00P.M. at Temple Israel 130 Riverside Drive. Rabbi David Sofian officiating. Interment to follow at Riverview Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to The Rotary Club of Dayton or a charity of your choice. BRADFORD-CONNELLY & GLICKLER FUNERAL HOME handling arrangements.
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Erin Brockman
January 17, 2010
I'm very sorry for your loss, especially to you Audrey. I will always remember talks with Jack over our dinners at the club. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tim Adam
January 17, 2010
I worked for many years for Mr. Margolis at the Metropolitan as did my Mother and Grandmother. A good man that offered many oppotunities to a young man working his way through school. That job allowed me to be the first in my family to get a college education. I worked with his son Johnny and Cathy. My deepest sympathy.
Tim Adam
Eric Sykes
January 16, 2010
Please accept our condolences at the loss of your beloved husband and father. I always knew him as a kind and generous man.
January 16, 2010
I'm so saddened by Uncle Jack's passing. Love you all,
Audrey
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Charley Hall
January 16, 2010
It was always a pleasure to do business with Mr. Margolis at D.H. Peer Ltd. What a nice friendly man he was and he never put any pressure on a customer to make a purchase. In addition he always had quality, tasteful merchandise. I once made a purchase at a Joseph A. Bank store when I was living in Atlanta and when the I told the salesman I was from Dayton he immediately mentioned D.H. Peer. He then said that he had bought a suit there once and was very impressed. My condolences to the family.
January 16, 2010
Mr. Margolis,
I will miss our long talks, your smiling face and your razor wit. Thanks for being my friend.
Andrew Fishpaw
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Jerry Office
January 16, 2010
Please accept our sincere sympathy on Jack's passing. He was a kind and gentle man.
Allan Rinzler
January 15, 2010
Brenda and I are so sorry to hear this sad news. He was a very special person and will be missed by all who were touched by him.
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