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Bonnie Rosenberg Cutler
February 21, 2008
Dear Mitchell and Family:
My deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your father. From what I have read, he is a legend and you must be very proud to be his son. I hope that all the wonderful memories you have will be a comfort to you during this difficult time. Thinking of you.
Jed Srybnik
February 20, 2008
It is with deep regret to learn Bills passing.
I know Shelby his wife to be a wonderful, strong, considerate and generous person with whom I extend my deepest condolences.
All of our Love, Loyalty and Respect
Emily Lefson
February 19, 2008
It is with great sadness that I heard of Bill Modell's passing. He truly was the light in the hallways in the Modell's Home office. My deepest sympathy go out to his wife, Shelby, and family. I will always remember his words in the hallways at Modell's "How you doin Kid?" Bill will be missed more than you can imagine.
Lawrence Bratton Sr.
February 19, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Modell Family and I will keep you all in my prayers.
Ken Moody (Converse)
February 19, 2008
My warmest prayers are for the Family at this time.
Miriam Francis
February 18, 2008
Bill was a wonderful man full of ideas and visions. He is one and a million. May god bless his family.
Mario Cosentino
February 18, 2008
I had the great pleasure of knowing and working with Bill Modell. His selflessness and sense of humor is something I will always remember about him. My thoughts are with all his family and close friends. May the great memories you have of him bring you some solace in this difficult time.
Cathy Acquavella
February 17, 2008
The world suffered a huge loss when Bill left us. He was such an inspiration to all who knew him. He will remain in my heart for always. Deepest sympathies to Shelby and the entire Modell family.
Devona Moussouris
February 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Modell's Family.
Robert Gordon
February 17, 2008
To Shelby and the family -
Linda and I send you our deepest sympathy. Bill was such a dear friend to our family for a lifetime and it is just as hard to think of the world without him as it is to think of it without my parents. But the world will never really be without Bill. His legacy will be lasting.
Love from us both,
Robert and Linda Gordon
Edwin S. Munoz CCFA-NY Chapter
February 16, 2008
The world is a different place with Bill not in it. He was a wonderful man who treated everyone with respect and dignity. Bill showed you how important you were no matter who you are. His spirit of giving to help others was matched by his business savy. When he committed to something there was nothing he wouldnt do or no one he wouldnt reach out to make that thing special. I was fortunate enough to work at one of those things the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. (CCFA).
CCFA was Bill and His Beautifull wife Shelby's second home during the months of October - December and the Annual NY Chapter Dinner (now know as the Michael S. Modell Memorial Dinner) is now the Highest Grossing Dinner in the CCFA raising over $1.5 Million each year to help
others who suffer with these horrible diseases. His commitment to CCFA was incredible it is only matched to his commitment to his Family. I am deeply sadened that I will never be able to tell him how much he meant to me and the NY Chapter. Bill we will miss you terribly God Bless you. My Deepest sympathis to Shelby, Mitchell, Leslie, Abby, Shawny and the Entire Modell Family and the Entire Modell Sporting Goods Team he loved you all like you were his other children.
Pat Serafino
February 16, 2008
I am truly saddened by the loss of William Modell. He was truly one of the pioneers in the Sporting Goods Industry. Pat Serafino, Founder of CHAMPS SPORTS.
Ned Kimmelman
February 15, 2008
To Shelby, Mitchell and Leslie - I've kept track of the boys over the years, from FLA, seeing the growth of Mo's and all of the work your family put into Colitis and Crohn's. It isn't hard for me to reach back and envision the 60s in your backyard at all. Part of that piece of my childhood was Bill, who I recall as having a personality as soft as butter. Not many families can say they had someone so beloved by so many. I will keep him and you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Ned
Shirley Nivelo
February 15, 2008
My prayers are with you and your family.
Gina Vitale
February 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God help bless you all during this difficult time.
Scott Stegmann
February 15, 2008
Thanks for the years of inspiration and trust. Please accept my condolences in this time of sorrow.
Eric Livote
February 15, 2008
It's been an inspiration working with Bill for all these years. He has left us with very special memories.
Jillian Coulter
February 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Modell Family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Lynda Bil
February 15, 2008
My heart felt thoughts and prayers are with the Modell family at this time. Bill's legacy will never be forgotten.
Dawn Miller
February 15, 2008
My thoughts are with the Modell Family at this time.
Sanford Siegel
February 15, 2008
My deepest regrets and condolences to the Modell family. Bill's spirit will be with us always.
Auria Moore
February 15, 2008
To the Modell Family, I send deepest and sincerest condolences. Bill Modell was a good man and his memory will never fade.
Werner Danielsson
February 15, 2008
Bill Modell was a true visionary and leader. He led by example with compassion, strength and class. I will miss his great sense of humor and wit. My prayers and thoughts are with the Modell family and anyone fortunate enough to have known Bill.
Sydney Cohen
February 15, 2008
Mr. Modell was a part of the History of New York. The whole city and beyond mourns his loss. My prayers are with the family and friends.
Nicole Falesto
February 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Modell's Family.
Jay O'Brien
February 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Family. Bill will certainly be missed.
Luz Ruiz-Morales
February 15, 2008
Bill will be missed. He was such a great person, always passes by our desk and says "hi ladies". All my condolences to you and the entire Modell's Family. God Bless
Claudette Duncan
February 15, 2008
It is so painful when someone that you are so use to being there is gone. I am so sorry for your huge loss. My condolences go out to the Modell Family. Bill, you will definitely be missed in the Duncan's household. God Bless
Richard, Sharon, David, Gregg, Pearl and Sam Aarons
February 15, 2008
To the Modell family we grieve with you today on your loss. Bill and Shelby Modell were heros to my family when I was so sick from colitis and then when both Bill and Shelby made me the 2005 rising star award and enabled me to share my story at the Micheal Modell annual dinner dance. It is with extreme sadness that we must say goodbye to Bill and we will be there for you Shelby whenever you need us. The Aarons Family
Marleen Barr
February 15, 2008
My father George Barr grew up with the person he called "Billie Modell." During my childhood, I always heard how Henry Modell gave my father his first job working in the Modell store stock room. When I was a child my parents took me to meet Rose and Henry Modell in Florida. I have a vivid memory of this meeting. In short hearing my father's stories about Henry and Billie Modell are a part of the narrative of my life. I know that my father would have been very sad to learn of Mr. Modell's death so I want to express my condolences in his name. I hope that at this very moment my father and Mr. Modell are having a nice conversation about their Jewish boyhoods in Brooklyn.
Rosanna Rizik-Petrella
February 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Peter and Carmella Tully
February 15, 2008
It is rare to witness a love so true as that of Shelby and Bill. The world has loss a truly special person. Our sincere condolences to Shelby and her family for the loss of a truly wonderful man. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you, Carmella and Peter Tully.
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