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RALPH BLUMENTHAL Obituary

BLUMENTHAL--Dr. Ralph Herbert, 87, died peacefully on August 19, 2012 in Boynton Beach, FL. Preceded in death by his parents, Max and Celia, and his brother Leonard, he is survived by Renee, his cherished wife of 64 years, and beloved children, Dr. David (Karen) of Edgemont, NY, Robert (Dr. Helene) of Merion, PA, and Dr. Meryl (Dr. James) Orlando of Tallmadge, OH. Poppa Ralph will forever be missed by his treasured grandchildren, Michael (Tara), Dr. Jill, Seth, and Lindsey (fiance Scott Spencer) Blumenthal, and Jessica, Danny and Ryan Orlando, and great-grandchildren Robbie and Scarlett Blumenthal. Dr. Blumenthal earned his PhD from NYU. He taught at Brooklyn and City Colleges before working as an engineer. An expert in optics and transistors, he did groundbreaking work on Optical Light Modulation at Sperry Gyroscope and contributed to the design of the Orbiting Astronomical Observatory for Grumman. He authored "College Physics, A Programmed Aid." He returned to teaching and retired from Hofstra University. Dr. Blumenthal was a lifelong Fellow in the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Ralph was known for his sense of humor, quick repartee, and deliberately bad puns. Music was always inside of him. Ralph and Renee were founding members of Temple Beth Torah in Westbury, NY. Those who wish to make a donation in his memory may contribute to Givat Haviva (Moreshet) Educational Foundation, 114 West 26th St., #1001, New York, NY 10001.

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Published by New York Times on Aug. 21, 2012.

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Carol Gerard

August 26, 2012

So sorry about your Ralph's passing. Have a safe trip back to Florida. I will talk to you again soon.

August 25, 2012

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Your Dad, Husband and Grandfather... was an Amazing man! We love you:)
Dick, Priscilla
Dave, Derek & Rachel Tomello

Robin and David Berger

August 25, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love, Robin and David Berger

Barbara & Herb Greenberg

August 24, 2012

We remember Ralph's delightful wit and the ever present twinkle in his eye. He was a pillar of his community in Westbury and, in particular, of Temple Beth Torah. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

Sheila & Walter Askenas

August 22, 2012

May the thoughts and prayers of your loved ones comfort you in this time of sorrow.

August 21, 2012

My prayers are with you and I am truly sorry for your great loss. May the God and father of tender mercies give you peace and comfort during your time of grief.

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