Dr. Morton Altschuler

Dr. Morton Altschuler, a devoted physician, loving husband, father, grandfather, and pillar of his community, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, at the age of 93.

Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Morton dedicated his life to service and compassion. He practiced medicine for an extraordinary 65 years, primarily as a family physician in the greater Washington area, touching countless lives through his care, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to his patients. He proudly served in the U.S. Public Health Service, contributing to public health initiatives during his distinguished career.

Morton also found great joy and purpose in his faith and community. He loved serving at his synagogues in Silver Spring, MD and Ventnor, NJ, where he generously contributed his time, energy, and spirit. He also supported his alma mater, Wake Forest University, raising a tremendous amount of money for the Wake Forest Medical School Alumni Association. Throughout his long life, he maintained close, cherished relationships with friends and family, always prioritizing connection, kindness, and support.

Morton was the beloved husband of Rayna, with whom he shared decades of love, partnership, and mutual devotion. He is survived by his loving children Judy Portney (David), Philip (Lorraine), and Susan, and his adored grandchildren Amanda, Sydney (Stephen), Evan, and Sam. His family was the heart of his world, and he will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Morton’s legacy endures through the lives he healed, the values he embodied - integrity, generosity, and quiet strength - and the enduring bonds he nurtured. His family takes comfort in the fullness of his 93 years and the profound impact he made on so many.

Graveside funeral services will be held at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, 9500 Riggs Road, Adelphi, Maryland, on Friday, February 27 at 11 a.m. Arrangements are being made through Sagel Bloomfield Danzansky Goldberg Funeral Care, Rockville, Maryland.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Dr. Altschuler’s memory to a cause close to his heart, such as Shirat Hayam Synagogue (609-822-7116), or Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org).