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Matthew Lampell Obituary
Poughkeepsie - Matthew David Lampell died June 26, 2019 at the age of 94 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center.
A longtime pillar of the Poughkeepsie business community, he led the Kahn-Lampell Insurance Company from 1954 to 1985. He served as a director of Dutchess Bank & Trust Company, president of the Poughkeepsie Kiwanis Club, president of the Independent Insurance Agents of Dutchess County, and president and life trustee of Vassar Brothers Medical Center. An early adopter of computerized business systems, he created the firm TOPIC to develop software for the insurance industry. Matt also served as director of industry marketing for Western Union until he retired in 1991. In retirement he volunteered with SCORE and was the fencing coach at Vassar College.
Matt was also a pillar of the Jewish community in Poughkeepsie. He served as president of Vassar Temple and was active as a board member for many years, serving on the building, ritual, cemetery, and finance committees. He also served as treasurer of the Jewish Community Center.
Matt was born in 1924 in New York City to Samuel and Lillian Bleich Lampell. After graduating from high school in Chicago, he attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He then entered the U.S. Army during World War II and was posted to Puerto Rico. In 1945 he entered the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, graduating in 1949. He married Muriel Kahn in 1949 and they moved to Stuttgart, Germany, where he a commander of the 596 Signal Battalion. In 1953 they moved to Poughkeepsie.
For the last ten years of his life, Matt dealt with the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's disease. He remained at home, under the constant care of his wife, Muriel, and several compassionate caregivers. He remained cheerful to the end and died peacefully on their 70th wedding anniversary.
Matt was predeceased by his parents and his sister Doreen. He is survived by his loving wife Muriel, son David Lampell (Marilyn McGaulley), daughters Karen Endicott (Kirk) and Janet Aronson, nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 28, at 11 am at Vassar Temple, 140 Hooker Avenue, Poughkeepsie. Memorial contributions may be made to Vassar Temple or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the Wm. G. Miller & Son FH, Inc., 371 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. If you wish to send an online condolence please visit our website at www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com
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Jayne Lay
July 1, 2019
Muriel & family,
Our thoughts are prayers are with you.
Bob & Jayne Lay
July 1, 2019
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of Matt. We had many nice chats during his time as asst. fencing coach at Vassar College. As I was Admin. Asst. in Athletics and Phys. Ed. , I interacted with Matt a lot. He was always a gentleman with a quick smile. He was well respected by his athletes and always there for them. RIP Matt.
Sheila Perilli
Jane LaLone
June 28, 2019
Matt will be much missed. Matt and Muriel have been so kind and gracious to so many, including me. I cherish the memories of Seders at their home, and the many encounters at Vassar Temple Their son David has always practiced the same community service and kindness to friends and strangers, along with his wife Marilyn. All have been pillars in our community and exceptional role models.
My sincere sympathy to all of you, and daughters Karen and Janet.
Zichrono livracha, may his name always be for blessing
Steven Lee
June 27, 2019
Sorry to hear of the passing of Matt Lampell . Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Lampell Family on their Loss . Rest in Peace Matt.
Kathy Warhola
June 27, 2019
Muriel,
Our thoughts are with you. May Matt rest in peace.
Love, Ron and Kathy Warhola
June 27, 2019
Dear Muriel and Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Miriam Cina (former Guest Services VBMC
Vassar College Fencing Coach
Bruce Gillman
June 27, 2019
Matt in the West Point yearbook
Bruce Gillman
June 27, 2019
Matt on the Army Fencing team
Bruce Gillman
June 27, 2019
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