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GLENN MARKMAN Obituary

MARKMAN--Glenn David August 12, 1962 November 4, 2014. Glenn Markman, whose passion, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit transformed his home borough of Brooklyn, lost a courageous battle with cancer at age 52. Glenn spent 28 years in commercial real estate, most recently as Vice Chairman of Cushman & Wakefield. As successful as Glenn was at business, he was even prouder of his accomplishments in philanthropy and civic endeavors. He put his leadership skills to work as a David Rockefeller Fellow, towards the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, the Trevor Day School, and this past June, as an award recipient for the Brooklyn Hospital Foundation. The Brooklyn Nets honored Glenn on Monday night, for his love of the game and his many contributions to the Barclays Center. Glenn got Brooklyn before Brooklyn was cool. He is beloved by his family and his many friends. Glenn is survived by his wife of 21 years, Jan Testori-Markman, their son Clio and daughter Edie; parents Marty and Karen Markman; his brother Greg and family. The funeral service is planned for this morning at 11 a.m., at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, 36 Battery Place, NY, NY. If you wish to honor Glenns memory, contributions can be made to the New York Community Trust-Glenn Markman Memorial Fund, 909 Third Avenue, 22nd floor, NY NY, 10022.

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 6, 2014.

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OSMAY CORTES JR

February 9, 2015

Glenn was always a passionate soul in all he did. I did lose touch with him for a while but when we reconnected he had that same smile showing even through a phone call. Still the same competitive spirit with laughter in his soul. I was blessed to have been able to share some of my best childhood memories with one of God's angels. Thank you Glenn, until we meet again.

Jill Zwerin-Parnes

November 7, 2014

Karen, Marty and Greg, My deepest sympathyies and condolences on your loss, he sounded like a great guy!!

Diana Gaines

November 6, 2014

Jan, you and Glenn, and of course your kids, are lucky people! Most people never share the love that you shared. They go through life never comprehending what could be! Thank you for the most beautiful memorial ever! I pray for your family that you may always be bathed in the light and love of Glenn! (And of course, that's a no brainer!

Daphne Davidson

November 6, 2014

Karen and Marty- Thinking of you and your whole family and sending my deepest condolences. I'll always remember Glenn as an all-around terrific person. May his memory be a blessing.

Frank Alfano

November 6, 2014

Glenn, your big heart and love of Brooklyn are an inspiration and I am so glad that I was able to break bread, do business and become a friend with you. You will be sorely missed!

Peter and Naomi Stevenson

November 6, 2014

sending our deepest sympathy and love

Gregory O'Connell

November 5, 2014

I learned a lot from Glenn in the few times that we got together here in Red Hook and at various functions. He was a visionary and idol within the real estate industry I looked up to him.. Glenn's incredible contributions to Brooklyn have made it the greatest place on earth. NYC Real Estate and Brooklyn are indebted to him and will not be the same. My heartfelt prayers go out to his family and loved ones.

Julie Pitta and Family

November 5, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

margaret and anthony liggieri

November 5, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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