HOWARD L. REITER

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HOWARD REITER Obituary

REITER--Howard L., 66, of Coventry, CT, died of complications of cancer at home on January 10th. Son of the late Harry and Sally (Hayden) Reiter, he leaves his beloved wife of thirty-nine years, Laura; brothers Martin Reiter (Susan) and Gary Reiter (Marie); sister-in-law Jane Berenbeim (Ronald); nieces Jessica and Sarah Berenbeim and Alice Reiter; and nephew Benjamin Reiter. Scholar and teacher of American politics, recognized internationally for his studies of American political parties, Howard was Professor and Chair Emeritus, Department of Political Science, University of Connecticut. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Gifts in Howard's memory may be made to the Reiter Fund for Political Science of the UConn Foundation; the American Civil Liberties Union; or the Grey Cancer Center, Hartford Hospital.

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 15, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for HOWARD REITER

6 Entries

J. David Gillespie

June 26, 2012

I just learned of Howard's passing when I picked up my July issue of PS and came across the vignettes written about him by seven political scientists who knew him very well. I was not as fortunate as they, but I did meet him, in Tartu, Estonia. We corresponded over the ensuing years, and I came to know his extraordinary accomplishments but also that he was one of the humblest, kindest, most giving people who ever graced academe. My deep condolences to his beloved wife and to all who knew and loved him. I have just now posted my own memories of him on my (public) Facebook site.

Arthur Paulson

February 9, 2012

To Laura: Please accept condolensces from Lynn and me on Howard's death. He was a wonderful man and I appreciated my relationship with him, both personal and professional, greatly.

Lynn and I enjoyed travelling with you and Howard in China back in 2007 very much. I only got to know him better and it confirmed my respect for him developed over the years.

He was able to contribute to my professional life on numerous occasions, and he always did it with grace. He once had a valid criticism of a paper of mine at a conference, and instead of dramatizing it, he took me aside privately and shared his ideas, which proved quite helpful. On another occasion he commented on a book of mine and contributed greatly to its improvement. On still another occasion, he and I were both contributing chapters on a similar topic to a book, and we had to cooperate closely to ensure that each of our chapters offered value added to the book. That work was as enjoyable as it was productive.

Over the years, these experiences did not surprise me. Before I ever met Howard, I had an undergraduate student who told me she admired him tremendously. My later experiences with him only confirmed her evaluation.

Howard seemed to me to be quiet and understated, but he always contributed to the well being of those around him. I will miss him, but I am thankful to have been able to know him.

Arthur Paulson, Southern Connecticut State University

John Barry

January 19, 2012

I knew Howard when I was a young professional working at the University of Connectict and was blessed when 20 years later he became a mentor to my son, who was one of his political science students. Howard was a serious scholar but also a kind and humble man. UConn was a better place because Howard was an active faculty member and scholar there, and his memory lives on in the lives of those whom he touched as a colleague and as a teacher.

Bernadette LaMontagne

January 12, 2012

To the family of Professor Reiter: I am very sorry for your loss and pray that you will find comfort in this difficult time. I am a graduate student in Political Science and I know that Professor Reiter was very giving person. I saw him give his expertise in research, give his encouragement and amazing knoweldge in the classes he taught (...got my first publication out of the paper I wrote in his research design class!), and give his time and support to students and faculty (He helped us launch the first grad conference on democracy and was always supporting departmental events). Most of all, he was very kind. I have heard from a lot of students about the positive effect Professor Reiter had on them and I know we all appreciate and miss and him. I hope you find some comfort in the fact that he had such a positive impact on so many people.

Chris Burton Class of 1978

January 12, 2012

To the Family:As a poli sci major, Prof. Reiter was one of my favorite poli sci professors during my four years as a UConn student, along with Dr. Davis. Prof. Reiter was knowledgable,witty,insightful and a good, kind man. May he rest in peace and God bless the family.

January 12, 2012

I am truly sorry for your lost. In your time of bereavement, know that God assures us that we will see our loved ones again. I'm sure that with the help of our loving Heavenly Father, your family, and friends you will be able to endure this trial. May your memories give you comfort.

Gates, GA

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