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Michael Steinberg Obituary

Steinberg, Michael Age 80, of Minneapolis Died July 26, 2009 Of colon cancer at N.C. Little Hospice in Edina. He was surrounded by his family including his beloved wife Jorja Fleezanis, concertmaster of the Minnesota Orchestra since 1989, and his sons Sebastian and Adam. Michael's contributions to the classical musical life in Minneapolis, Boston, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles were immense. To honor that legacy memorials may be directed to The Michael Steinberg and Jorja Fleezanis Fund, R Chase Financial, 7900 Xerxes Ave So, Minneapolis, MN 55431. Memorial concerts will be held in Minneapolis and San Francisco in the fall.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Aug. 2, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Steinberg

7 Entries

August 16, 2009

Dear Jorja,

I am so sad to hear about your loss. Michael and I served together in the Army in the Fifties and at Army Headquarters in Stuttgart. Michael was a kind and gentle man, my best man at my wedding in 1956 and he was also a good soldier. I have followed his career with interest all the ensuing fifty-plus years, and occasionally I get out the old pictures from those days, and there he is...handsome as ever. (I even have a picture of his ancient Morris Minor Convertible which I'm sure would fail any "clunker" test today). Michael was a good man and he will be in my prayers.

With warm regards, Dick Lennard, Richmond, Virginia

Mark Powell

August 4, 2009

I will always remember Michael with much love and more than a little reverence as my friend, mentor, and colleague. He was a musical and humanitarian giant whose intellect was matched only by his love for what music does, and by his incredible wife, Jorja Fleezanis. His kind being and guidance will be missed in ways I cannot at this time even begin to fathom.

I consider it one of the highest artistic compliments I ever got, when upon looking at a season I’d programmed for the American Radio Chamber Orchestra, he turned to me and, with much emphasis on the first word in the sentences, said “I’d buy a subscription.”

A puckish smile and an unusually kind voice, coupled with an encyclopedic memory, a love of people and of the music we share; these were all Michael. We get to carry these things forward now, as his gift to future colleagues and audiences. If we are one tenth as sharp as he was, we'll be doing a good job.

August 4, 2009

Dear Jorja, Adam and Sebastian,
I am so sorry about Michael's passing but very, very grateful to have had him as a friend for so many years. He brought such beauty and love into so many people's lives. I will always treasure him, and I send you all my deepest condolences.
Love,
Aviva

NC Little Memorial Hospice Inc

August 3, 2009

Dear Jorja, Sebastian, Adam and Family,

It was our privilege to provide care for your beloved husband and father. We share in your grief and send you our love.

Your Friends at Little Hospice

Nikki Russwurm (Schmoll)

August 2, 2009

Jorja,

I was so sad to hear about Micheal's passing. I have many fond memories of him from my days at Zumbro. He was a such a kind person.

July 28, 2009

Dear Jorja,
Katja and I are very sad to hear that Michael is no more with us and passed away before starting a new life with you in Indiana. Katja is anxious to talk to you.
We are thinking of you with all our affection. Michael will remain alive in our memory. He was one of a kind.
Evelyne and Katja

James Keller

July 28, 2009

Michael felt music deeply and lived life fully. His passion, wit, and wisdom enriched anyone who read his essays and heard his lectures. He was an inspiring, honest, and generous colleague, and he left an abundance of warm hearts, cherished memories, and broad smiles in his wake.
Profound condolences to his wife, Jorja Fleezanis, and to his two sons, Sebastian and Adam.

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