Victor Posner Obituary

Posner, Victor, industrialist and financier, died on February 11, 2002, at the Miami Heart Institute. Born on September 18, 1918, in Baltimore, MD, Mr. Posner was one of nine children of Morris and Mary Posner, who both emigrated from Russia. He left school as a teenager to work in the grocery store owned by his parents and subsequently built his first fortune in Baltimore real estate, amassing $1 million by the age of 21. In 1948 he started buying and developing land and constructing houses. By 1952 he was the largest home builder in Maryland, building more than 1,100 houses a year. In 1954 he moved to Miami Beach and began investing in real estate and public companies. At various points in his career he served as Chairman, President and CEO of DWG Corp., NVF Company, Sharon Steel Corp., Pennsylvania Engineering Corp., Salem Corporation, APL Corp., Graniteville, Inc. and Southeastern Public Service Company. An active philanthropist in both Florida and Maryland, Mr. Posner was a generous supporter of causes related to children, the homeless, the arts and health care. He was a Platinum Angel of the Jackson Memorial Foundation, a founder of the Mount Sinai Medical Center, and a generous supporter of the Miami Heart Institute, the United Way, Miami Children's Hospital, The National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts, The Vizcayan Foundation, The St. Jude Children's Research Institute and the Knights of Malta. The Victor Posner Center for Communicative Disorders at the University of Miami Ear Institute and Posner Hall at Barry University are both named in his honor. He also holds an Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree from the University of Miami. Mr. Posner is survived by four children: Steven Posner, Gail Posner, Tracy Posner Ward and Lance T. Posner, seven grandchildren, five godchildren, one brother, Morton Posner, and one sister, Beatrice Cohen. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Miami Heart Institute or the Victor Posner Center for Communicative Disorders at the University of Miami Ear Institute.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel from Feb. 12 to Feb. 14, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Victor Posner

14 Entries

Pamela Feinstein

December 7, 2022

Great Uncle Victor was and always will be a legend! His legacy continues. Generous to me, my Mom (his Niece), his Sister (my Grandmother). Philanthropist, Builder, Innovator, Financial Wiz on Wall Street. The World is a better place because of him (Tikkan Olam in Hebrew). I am grateful and proud that he was my Great Uncle. Love him forever and ever!

Cheryl

September 28, 2022

Victor Posner, always Mr. Posner to me. He was a wonderful inspiration to me. He always took a minute for me when I called. He said he liked my Southern accent. Like smooth molassess. Mr. Posner would tell me You know Cheryl it is never too late to reinvent yourself. He told me about changing RC royal crown cola and A rby's where's the beef?
Just because the public has an opinion it does'nt mean it is true. Show yourself your worth, value yourself. And he would end with...call me next month. Thank you Mr. Posner

Nicole Willson

February 15, 2002

My deepest sympathy in the passing of an exceptional mind. Victor who gave so much to Miami. Thank you for your gift of the U of M Ear Institute that has helped my son Max tremendously. My thoughts are with you.

David Mihay

February 14, 2002

We will miss you Victor.

steven hall

February 14, 2002

i worked at dwgcorp as a runner

in 92-93 and although i wasnt a

big exceutive i found working for

victor very rewarding and thought he

was very nice. my sympathy goes out

to his family and friends. thank you

James W Murphy

February 14, 2002

My Thoughts are we you

JoAnne Mann

February 14, 2002

May God have mercy on his soul.

Roger & Lynne Langer

February 13, 2002

The world was a better place becuase of him, he will be truly missed by all who new him, He was a gift to humanity. Our family sends our thoughts and prayers.

Russ and Ingrid Costanzo

February 12, 2002

Our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

leslie

February 12, 2002

My sympathy and support to all of my cousins, especially Steven and Gail and their families. I have many warm childhood memories of family times together, and know that Uncle Victor will not be forgotten.

Leslie "Babs"

Michelle Palermo

February 12, 2002

To a true legend, you will be missed.

Earl Rodney

February 12, 2002

Victor Posner was a living legend in the business world. His passing leaves a void in colorful and dynamic businessmen. He did many charitable works.

Shelli Paul {Vogelhut}

February 12, 2002

It is with great regret that I read of the passing of this giant. For the many years that I spent with His brother Bob,Victor was always kind and gracious to me. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Posner family at this time

Shelli

Maria Gonzalez

February 12, 2002

I worked at DWG Corporation in its last year & a half before Messrs. Peltz & May took over the reins. I was Ed Christensen's secretary and to say that the job was exciting is an understatement. Victor was everyone's main focus. Looking back, I actually wish I could have known Victor better. He was always behind the scenes and it showed on everyone's face. I send my deepest condolences to his family.

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