MICHAEL SOLOMON

To the a Solomon Family,

I worked with Mike during his tenure with HERC. He was a great partner and his commitment never wavered even with reduced funding for the main street program. It was a pleasure working with him and he will be missed. My heartfelt prayers go out to Mrs. Solomon and the rest of Mike's family.

Michael Solomon played a unique and pivotal role in determining the destiny of the Monongahela Valley in general and the Steel Valley in particular. When the Carter Administration announced the competition for Community Development Block Grant funds, it was Michael who assembled businessmen and elected officials in a coalition to apply for the funding. Consequently, Michael's organization was one of three in Allegheny County to be awarded the first grants beyond the boundaries of the City of Pittsburgh.
Michael continued to look at the Valley and his community with “fresh eyes” (his words) and he encouraged others to do the same. Along with Rev. Bill Thomas he was instrumental in forming the coalition which became known as the Mon Valley Initiative. When the Homestead mill site became available for development, Michael bucked much regressive popular opinion and envisioned a “rainbow of development” which in some ways became the blueprint for what it is today.
Michael Solomon was to the Mon Valley what Benjamin Franklin was to the American Republic. A man of vision, wisdom, experience, effectiveness, and wit whose counsel was sought and respected. His input was measured and objective, but his commitment and passion for his community was both beyond question and beyond equal.

I just learned of Mikes passing. I am so sorry, I know my Dad, Bill Bryan and mother, June thought a highly of the Solomon family.
These men were true gentlemen, my Dad and his buddies.

Gemma Bryan Musiol

Dad,
You were a shining example of a life well lived. You never met a stranger and loved life. You left a legacy to your family and community that will long be remembered. Heaven has welcomed another angel. We are sad and will miss you, but we know you have found eternal rest. Thanks for being the best father and grandfather ever imaginable. My son Michael adores you.
Your belved daughter Amy and your precious grandson Michael

Your beloved daughter Amy and precious grandson Michael

Mr. Solomon, your whole family, were very kind and caring during my high school years. He will be missed. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

Sophie Wisniewski

To the Solomon family, you have my deepest sympathy regarding Mr. Solomon's passing. I remember him well -- he was a kind and jovial man. I am sure he is already missed. God bless him and all of you.

Sophie Wisniewski

Mike was a wonderful person and an exemplary volunteer. I knew him when we were creating the Mon Valley Initiative. He was one of the earliest supporters and certainly one reason the MVI became a reality, an organization that still serves the Valley all these years later. Thanks, Mike. Your friends will miss you.

Thoughts and prayers to Mary, MaryBeth and the entire family.

We lost a fine and compassionate man. I knew Mike for many years at Mellon Bank. My condolences to the family. Bob Pollak

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Solomon and the entire family during this difficult time. Mr. Solomon was a pleasure to do business with and a very kind man.

Deepest condolences to the Solomon family. I have fond memories of growing up with you. Heaven has gained a good man.

To the entire family, the Yon family in Delaware send our condolences and will keep you in our prayers during this time.

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that my brother, Brian and mother, Eleanor were very fond of Mike.

With great fondness and respect I will always remember working with Mike in his beloved valley. His sincerity and optimism always shed light on the opportunities of the future . . .

Extending our deepest sympathy from the Higginbotham family, Ardi, Norman, Annelle and Saralee. May God comfort you at this most difficult time.

Blessings to the entire Solomon family ~

Our prayers and sympathy are with Mary and family during this difficult time. We remember Mike as being considerate and helpful along with being extremely kind when needing his expertise. We will always remember him fondly.

Mr. Solomon was a very nice, soft-spoken, gentlemen and a pleasure to have as a client. I enjoyed his wit, wisdom and also his kindness. My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Solomon and his entire family.

Today is a very sad day for all who knew Mr. Michael Solomon. This world has lost a very kind and tender soul. Mike my friend, you will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. Mrs. Mary Solomon, you and your family are in my prayers.