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SOLOMON MENDELSON Obituary

MENDELSON--Solomon.

The Cantors Assembly sadly notes the passing of its distinguished past president, Hazzan Solomon Mendelson. Sol was a visionary with the capacity to realize many of his dreams, teaching his colleagues to reach well beyond the roles most often associated with a Cantor. In particular, he was a prolific commissioner of new Jewish music, persuading the finest contemporary composers to become his collaborators. He will be deeply missed. The Cantors Assembly extends its condolences to Sol's wife, Emma, his children Keith and Lauren, their spouses, his grandchildren, sister Betty, and his brother, our revered colleague, Hazzan Jacob Mendelson. Alberto Mizrahi, President Stephen J. Stein, Exec. V.P.

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 20, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for SOLOMON MENDELSON

13 Entries

Rabbi-Hazzan Arnold Saltzman

July 17, 2017

Cantor Mendelson was an excellent teacher at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. He took a personal interest in my development as Hazzan and was the first to offer work to me either singing in chorus for services, or special programs with outstanding cantors. He was a genuine mentor and friend who made possible my singing at the Knesseth in Israel in 1987 for the opening of the 1st international cantors convention, as well as singing a Shabbat Morning Service in the Conservative Synagogue in Jerusalem. I treasure the photos of me singing in front of the Chagall Tapestries in the Knesseth with Cantor Mendelson standing next to me along with the TV camera broadcasting to all of Israel. On a personal note, he called me on a regular basis to see how I was feeling, especially when he visited Hopkins in Baltimore for his own treatment. Of all my colleagues, he was the one who consistently took an interest in my health, my family and my professional work. He had a beautiful, contented and peaceful quality about him because he was happy in his married life, his family and his career. He encouraged many creative works of great distinction and was the type of person who was mentor and friend for life. I am grateful to have known him and bless the memory of his dedicated life.

Justin Rubin

January 27, 2016

Fond memories of early days at East End Synagogue with Cantor Mendelson. Choir practice, bar-mitzvah lessons. I will miss him.
Justin Rubin

Deanna and David Mendelson

January 21, 2016

Deanna and I extend our deepest sympathies and not a few tears on the great loss of our beloved cousin Sol or Tucky as we knew him. Hamakom yenachem etchem b'toch she'ar aveilei Zion v'Yerushalayim

Marjorie Korenblit

January 21, 2016

A true friend, a great teacher and leader, but most of all, a contributor to Jewish culture and a devoted supporter of the State of Israel. May his family be comforted by the knowledge that his influence will be an indelible part of the tradition of his people.

Y Korenblit

January 21, 2016

Sol was one of the most charismatic people I have ever met. Despite spending very little time with him, seeing him in Israel and NY over the last 30 years or so, he was often in my thoughts. He will be missed by our family.

(Cantor) Richard Botton

January 20, 2016

Solomon was a Tzadik, and a brother and friend to me. We spent many years supporting each other in Long Beach, NY. I will miss him and his always available advice and counsel . His memory and the deeds he did will enrich my life and the lives of many others !

Ellie Sussman

January 20, 2016

He will be missed! My sympathies to his family.

Harry Sealine

January 20, 2016

Cantor Mendelson taught me to lein Torah and lead shacharit for my bar mitzvah. Forty years later, I continue to serve my synagogue in that capacity every Shabbat.

January 20, 2016

We lost a very good friend. My thoughts are with his loving family.I will miss you. Susan Abbey

Peter Weiss

January 20, 2016

A wonderful,wonderful man

Gary

January 20, 2016

God's blessings as family and friends find comfort in prayers and memories

gladys greenfield

January 20, 2016

To know him, was to love him. A good friend for over 57 years..I will miss our daily calls...gladys

Helene Hines

January 19, 2016

A special gift from God was he: a friend teacher and a presence of goodness . My family Helene George Jen and Brian our lives have been enhanced by our cantor. May he rest in peace and if their is a heaven he will be well and singing for all eternity!

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