ROBERT MARKOWITZ

MARKOWITZ--Robert "Bob,"

of New York City and Kent, CT passed away peacefully on February 17, 2018 after a brief illness. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Susan Forbes Markowitz; adoring daughters Randi Udelson (Don), Julie Abod (Cornell), and Lisa Markowitz (George Carson); and grandchildren, David, Alix, Libby, and Cole. He also leaves dear brothers Gene Martin (Inga) and Jerry Markowitz (Janet) and former spouse, Robin Pollack (nee Elsen), mother of his daughters. Born in Manhattan on September 16, 1935, to Lottie and Harry Markowitz, Bob was the quintessential New Yorker, living and working in Queens, Brooklyn, and his beloved Manhattan. Bob knew "the city" like the back of his hand, and could provide directions to anywhere in the five boroughs. A well-respected health care administrator and risk management expert in New York City, Bob enjoyed an esteemed career at The Brooklyn Hospital, Long Island Jewish Hospital, and FOJP Service Corporation. He served with distinction on the Board of the New York Organ Donor Network and Greater New York Blood Center. Bob loved providing his services when called upon to find the most qualified doctor for family and friends. Bob and Susan spent time in New York City and Kent, CT. After retirement, they enjoyed most of their time in Kent, where Bob volunteered at the town library, serving as official photographer for special events, and at SCORE, mentoring entrepreneurs. Bob was an athlete and sports fan -- a great tennis and squash player, an "ok" golfer, a loyal fan of the New York Mets, as well as a New York Times crossword enthusiast. Well-known as a raconteur, Bob entertained friends with humorous stories from his childhood in The Bronx, his days at Columbia University and the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren. The family prefers donations in Bob's memory to the Kent Memorial Library (www.kent memoriallibrary.org) or The New York Organ Donor Network www.liveonny.org