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Uncle Bobby - 2015
Sandra Statner
February 10, 2018
Dear Uncle Leon,
Words cannot express how sorry I am that Uncle Bobby is gone from your life, and the many people he touched.
He was a brilliant, handsome, caring man.
You both seemed to enjoy living the life that most people only dream of.
He will never be forgotten.
Love,
Sandy
Sally Drell
February 5, 2018
Deepest sympathies to you, Leon. I'll always remember Dr. Pincus-Witten, as I called him at Queens College. My best professor there, and a brilliant critic, too. RIP, my dear genius.
Sally at her computer in Florida, 2017
Sally Drell
February 4, 2018
Susan Ginsburg
February 4, 2018
Robert was a special friend- always brilliant, always funny and always generous. He was so important to so many of us. My deepest sympathies to dear Leon.
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Paul Johnston
February 3, 2018
I was a student of Dr. Pincus-Witten in 1976 and he was the most memorable educator in my academic life. An affirmation from him was a blissful experience. Fourty two years later I can still hear his voice in my head. I was a fortunate person to be in his class. My deepest condolences to Mr. Hecht.
Diane DAngelo
February 2, 2018
Robert was my favorite professor at Queens College, where he was respected and adored by many for his brilliance and charisma. I have fond and vivid memories of his lively lectures. A decade ago, I told him as much in an email, and he was ever so gracious in his reply. My deepest sympathies.
Sharlene Spingler
February 2, 2018
Dear Leon,
While I did not know you, I knew RPW and studied with him at SVA. He was always very nice and insightful to me and always remembered me when out paths crossed in later post school life. My sincere condolences as he was a lovely man. Sharlene Spingler
Naomi (Aryomni) Tarantal
February 1, 2018
Robert was my professor at Queens College for one semester in 1975 and I'll never forget his scintillating wit and dapper style, especially the bow ties. When looking at one of Picasso's cubist collages, he exclaimed, "He can go to heaven just for this!" Who else in academia spoke like that? Every class was full of such playful, spontaneous surprises. Robert encouraged me in my quest to interview Alice Neel, even though he was not philosophically aligned with her representational style. My condolences on the loss of a truly singular voice and magnetic presence. And who knew he was a Jewish boy from the Bronx? He certainly fooled me!
Lynnia
February 1, 2018
Dearest Leon,
Oh so terribly saddened to hear of your loss, Robert the consummate gentleman, what a gift he was,I send my love, to you during this time, Strength and Courage. My Dear
Audrey Hariton
February 1, 2018
Proud to have him as an uncle married to my uncle Leon. He was a true friend and a brilliant man I will miss him forever and ever. Love Audrey
Jean Chapin
January 31, 2018
I am heartbroken. On behalf of all the staff at Gunn Memorial, sincerest condolences to Leon. You brought sunshine into our day whenever you came into the Library. You have been missed during this trying illness and Robert will be most fondly remembered.
Penny Pilkington
January 31, 2018
Dear Leon, sending you my love and my condolences at this difficult time. Robert's irreverance and the twinkle in his eye, combined with his love of life and art, his wit and way with words, made him one of a kind and truly a spirit that the art world needed and still needs now more than ever. Robert will be truly missed.
Cynthia and Stephen Griffin Haller
January 31, 2018
Urbane, scholarly, a gentleman, friend, Robert was a beautiful voice in the art world. Dear Leon, our hearts are with you.
Brian D'Amato
January 31, 2018
Robert was my mentor and friend. It feels as though a whole continent has sunk under the ocean. Condolences to Leon. Peace, or, as Robert would say, 'hugs n' bugs'.
Joseph A. Mustich
January 31, 2018
A very sad day...
Joanna and Bill Seitz
January 31, 2018
Deepest condolences, Leon. So sorry for your loss.
Lorinda Ash
January 30, 2018
Robert was a gentleman, scholar, brilliant, witty warm and elegant man whose memory and words will live on for he ages. My deep condolences to Leon.
Connie Trolle
January 30, 2018
Dear Leon. We were saddened to learn of Robert's passing. He was a special gentle man we were lucky enough to know. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. With great respect, Connie Trolle and Sharon Rosenberg
Manuel Borja-Villel
January 30, 2018
Robert was my professor and a very dear friend. He played a pivotal role in my professional and personal development. I will miss him enormously.
Gael Hammer
January 30, 2018
Leon, Gary and I are so saddened by Robert's passing and know you are beyond bereft. Your many many years together count for everything, and we hope you can gather comfort from them in the weeks and months to come. He had a singular wit that always amused and a generous heart. Bless his memory. And bless your courage and devotion to him.
Joan Wenzel
January 29, 2018
It was a priviledge to know Robert
I will miss him
Hope to see Leon and help to heal his emptiness
SUSAN HOROWITZ
January 29, 2018
MEMORIES FLOODING OF A CHARMING, PASSIONATE, GENEROUS, CREATIVE TEACHER, WRITER & CONVERSATIONALIST ON THE ART TRAIL..FOR ME SINCE THE EARLY 70'S....
Annette Benda Fox
January 29, 2018
I celebrate you! Your instruction, passion and commitment guided me at Queens College, CUNY . You remain the most important professor and influence of my life in art.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Sherry Gamlin
January 29, 2018
My Uncle Bobby was a rock star. A brilliant, terribly handsome, kind man with a wicked sense of humor. I'll miss him always. My Uncle Leon Hecht was blessed to have him in his life for 50+ years.
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