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RICHARD ZALK Obituary

ZALK--Richard,

72, of Manhattan, died January 15 after a long illness. Richard was the devoted son of the late Joseph and Lee Zalk, protective and caring brother of Connie, much-loved uncle to David, husband of the late Sue Rosenberg Zalk and adoring nephew of Milton and Estelle Zalk and the late Martin and Judith Bloomberg and Hy and Sylvia Plotkin. For more than fifty years, he maintained a steadfast dedication to his legal practice and his clients, while his sharp wit, irreverence, and passion for photography, flying and astronomy helped define his life. He cherished his affiliation with the SoHo Photo Gallery, a co-op for photographers, for more than thirty years, serving as President for four. His loyalty to so many long-standing friends kept him ever-charming, attentive, creative, and warm even in his years of illness. Memorial celebration to be held Saturday, January 30th at 11am at the SoHo Photo Gallery, 15 White Street, New York, NY. Donations can be made to the SoHo Photo Gallery in his memory.

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 19, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD ZALK

Sponsored by T. Lawrence Wheatman.

23 Entries

Rita Magier

January 13, 2024

It´s 2024 now... and yet I will always feel the loss Rich´s friendship and quirkiness. He was one of a kind.
Still missing Sue too... always in my heart.

Lawrence Wheatman

January 13, 2021

I think about and miss you often Richard.

Me by Richard, taken with an early Sigma Fovon "review loaner."

T. Lawrence Wheatman

January 13, 2020

I miss and think about you nearly every day Richard, and it is clear to me that the world was a happier place with you in it.

Jeff Harris

February 1, 2016

I am saddened to hear of Richard's passing and of your loss. As a member of the Gallery for many years (some time ago), I was very fond of him. His support and enthusiasm, level-headedness and gentle nature were valued by all and are fondly remembered by me. His love of photography was inspiring.He was certainly a nice guy, though insofar as I knew him, he was, more importantly, a good man.

Rita Magier

January 28, 2016

To Rich ~ who loved 'Scottish' food and Mallomars, but also raw oysters. There was always the unexpected!

So many memories...
coming with us on our honeymoon, sharing the summer house, camping trips, New Year's eves together....

You are missed, dear friend!

January 26, 2016

Connie:
Please accept my condolences about Richard's passing.
Jo Ann

Ann Chapin

January 25, 2016

I just found out last night speaking with Connie.For 30 years Richard has been my champion both professionally and personally, as a good friend. I even had a voice mail from him,it seems the day before he passed. This is a huge loss for his family and friends. R.I.P. special man. You will be missed by many.

Stephen Rich

January 23, 2016

We were fraternity brothers in the early '60s. Think of his quiet but self assured manner.

Susan Bowen

January 21, 2016

An all around lovely man. The gallery (Soho Photo) will greatly miss him. Condolences to his loving family.

Bridget Schuy

January 21, 2016

Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of Richard. I think that he would be proud of the mention of his spirit of "irreverence' in his obituary. It really was part of his charm.

Josephne Carmona

January 20, 2016

Connie he was one of my closes friends for 26 years the world has lost a wonderful being. I loved him so much. I am glad that at lest I spoke to him last week and as always we end our conversation with I love you dear friend. My heart is broken...I am so sorry...Josephine

January 20, 2016

Pro and I will miss the man tremendously. He was a Good Friend. Good-bye, Richard. - Diane Gumpel-Sherman

Steven Plotkin

January 20, 2016

I'll always remember the Seders by Nanny's house and the good time we all had. My condolences from Harriet and Me. Take care, keep in touch.

January 19, 2016

My sincere condolences to all the family and friends. May the God od all comfort give you the strength to cope during these difficult times. " Jehovah is good. A stronghold during the days of distress, he is mindful of those seeking refuge in him." (Nahum1:7)

T. Lawrence Wheatman

January 19, 2016

I loved that man so very much. This planet will not be the same without him.

January 19, 2016

Connie, I know just how you feel right now. Harriet and I send our deepest sympathies to you. Keep in touch.

Rob Zayfman

January 19, 2016

Richard was a great friend and fellow techie. Our deepest condolences to Connie and family.

January 19, 2016

It's with heavy heart that I express my sorrow over Richie's death. He was a gentle and generous spirit who gave me his love and support unconditionally.

We were often at opposite ends of the political spectrum and invariably his last ditch argument would be "you're entitled to your own dumb opinions!" How could I refute such logic?

I feel the loss of his presence in so many ways, both big and small. I miss him dearly.

Susie

January 19, 2016

Dear Connie,
We are all so sad about Richard's death. He was a great man and I loved chatting with him at the various family get-togethers we both attended. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Much love,
Marie, James, Emma + Oliver xxx

Stephen- Linda Salon

January 19, 2016

A great friend and confidant
RIP Rich

January 19, 2016

A friend for 45 years, I, like so many, admired Rich for his bright,creative,and engaging personality. May he rest in peace. Fred Nalven

Gloria Sosa

January 19, 2016

My deepest condolences.

Faiza Mohamed

January 19, 2016

Dear Connie, May Richard rest in Peace and May Allah give you comfort and strength as you mourn this great loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you both. Warmly, Faiza

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