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ALVIN KASS Obituary

KASS--Dr. Rabbi Alvin. Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York grieves the death of our dear friend and colleague NYPD Chief Chaplain Alvin Kass. He was an inspiration to all who were blessed to know and love him. To his children and grandchildren, we extend our deepest condolences. He was truly an exceptional person, brilliant and kind, caring and committed. His memory will be our blessing.

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Published by New York Times on Oct. 30, 2025.

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Ellie

November 4, 2025

Thank you for your service. My heart and thoughts go out to your family.

Linda Lovette

November 3, 2025

Sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Alvin.will be respected and remembered by many people. Our Heavenly Father will also remember the compassion and kindness Alvin extended to others.

Mak

November 2, 2025

My condolences to the family and friends. May the God of Comfort be with you

Pamela Adelstein

November 2, 2025

I sobbed with joy and love as Rabbi Kass addressed her granddaughter at her Bat Mitzvah so wisely and tenderly. May his memory be a blessing. He lives on in all those whose lives he touched - numerous as the stars in the sky.

Leonard Raifman. M D

November 1, 2025

Sincere Condolences to
The Family of Rabbi Alvin Kass upon his passing.
We extend our sympathy to you upon your Loss .
We Remember with Admiration and Respect his many years of
Service to the East Midwood Jewish Center . He was a Gifted Orator and an Energetic Educator.
As a Family, We were fortunate to have known him .
The Family of the Late
Selma Raifman Kaminsky

Helene and Dr Leonard Raifman
Andrea and Dr Michael Marsh

RB

November 1, 2025

Prayers for the Kaplan family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all in your time of loss.

ER

October 31, 2025

Condolences to Alvin´s family and friends during this time of grief and sorrow. May Almighty God ( Psalm chapter 83 verses 18) comfort you all in the coming days, months and years. I hope the fond memories of your loved one always be remembered.

Andrea Marsh

October 31, 2025

Rabbi k Kass officiated at my wedding in1982. He was always there for us. Condolences to the
Family

Maryanne Leon Lehrer

October 31, 2025

Rabbi Kass officiated at the funeral of my parents, Mildred and Joseph Leon. They were ardent supporters of Rabbi Kass throughout his years at the East Midwood Jewish Center. May his memory be a blessing to his family, all who knew him and the many that benefited from his good work.

Barbara Toback

October 31, 2025

Rabbi Kass officiated my marriage in 1982. It was an honor to have him and we wish his family our sympathies.

Laurie schertz

October 30, 2025

51 years ago Rabbi Kass married us at Whitestone Hebrew Centre. He was such a warm and kind man. Always remember him telling us that marriage is never 50% to 50%,sometimes 20 -80 etc.He was right. May he Rest In Peace.

Ethel Siris

October 30, 2025

We have lost a great and good man whose life was a blessing. Sincere condolences to his family.

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