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MARVIN GREENBAUM Obituary
M. GARY GREENBAUM, DDS
On Tuesday, January 9, 2018 of North Potomac, MD. Beloved husband of Sherri Greenbaum. Devoted father of Jamie (Matt) Alford, Staci (Misha) Neff, Bradley Greenbaum and the late Andrew Greenbaum. Loving brother of Nathan (Beth) Greenbaum and Ronnie (Gale) Greenbaum. Cherished Zayda of Ayla Alford and Ellis Neff. Dr. M. Gary Greenbaum was a graduate of the Howard University College of Dentistry. He was a Fellow of The Academy of General Dentistry as well as an active member and past president of both the Alpha Omega and Maimonides Dental Societies. Dr. Greenbaum had been elected Fellowship in the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists. He had been recognized as one of Washington DC's top rated dentists by both the Washingtonian Magazine and the Washington Consumer checkbook. Funeral services were held on Thursday, January 11, 11 a.m. at B'nai Israel Congregation in Rockville, MD. Interment to follow at Judean Memorial Gardens in Olney, MD. Family will observe Shiva at the residence of Sherri Greenbaum on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alpha Omega Foundation, 50 W Edmonston Dr. #303, Rockville, MD 20852. Shomrei Neshama of Greater Washington is in charge of arrangements.www.shomreineshama.com
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for MARVIN GREENBAUM
MJ
January 25, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family.
May God sustain you at this time
Please find comfort from his word
Where he promises he will
"comfort your heart
and make you firm"
during this time of great loss.
2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
With deep sympathy
January 16, 2018
We are so very sorry to hear about Gary's passing. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.
The Maxwell Family
Roger Samek
January 14, 2018
My sincerest condolences to your entire family. Though I had not seen Gary in years, I had the go to the University of Maryland and get to know him while pledging at our fraternity Phi Sigma Delta.
Gary always had a smile, was good natured to us under class an, and exuded a warmth like few others. A true gentle soul.
I wish the entire Greenbaum peace and my thoughts and prayers as you honor such a kind man.
Marta and Steve Tvardek
January 12, 2018
Dear Sherri, Stacy and Family
We were very sad to hear of Gary's passing. We hope to see you Sunday night. We have so many fond memories of the early years. Sending you love and strength during this very difficult time.
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January 12, 2018
My condolences to the family. May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time.
Michael Abrams
January 11, 2018
To Sherri and the entire Greenbaum Family: With a heavy heart I want to extend my deepest condolence to you and the Family. I first met Gary at UMD in 1975 as he lived in the dorm next to me. Gary and I became true friends instantly and we later roomed together for one year at UMD. Gary was a great friend and I have fond memories of the time we had together. I even remember Sherri who was Gary's soulmate and best friend. We will forever miss Gary and we will never forget. He was a kind soul and fun to be with. Very sorry for your loss Sherri and Family.
Juliet Ewing
January 11, 2018
I loved my appointments with Dr. Greenbaum! We talked about movies (when he was not checking or drilling or putting caps on my teeth), he never allowed me to feel any pain (when patients were in pain, he was also in pain...), and he was so proud of his children. The world is a less happy place without him. My sympathies go out to his family....I know you will be missing him dearly. You will find ways, however, to feel his continued presence in your life. For me, as long as I have my teeth, I will remain thankful and alive with good memories of him.
Charlie Spigelman
January 11, 2018
Dear Sherri,
I met and knew Gary through Ronnie, who was one of my roommates in law school. Afterwards, I would see Gary from time to time at Windsor Dry Cleaning in Gaithersburg when I stopped in to see Ronnie. Gary was a very nice man who always had a smile for everyone; he was as someone else said a true mensch. I am very sad to learn of his passing and offer my condolences to you and your family and to Ronnie and Nathan and their families. May your memories of his smile and kindness be of comfort to all of you.
Colleen & Pat Ball
January 11, 2018
So very sorry to hear of his passing. May his memory be everlasting.
Michael Abrams
January 11, 2018
To the entire Greenbaum Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I first met Gary in 1975 as he lived next door to me in my dorm at UMD. We became great friends and lived together for one year before Gary went to Dental School. Gary was such a kind soul and was liked by everyone. We had some great times together. And yes I remember Sherri because she was Gary's life and soulmate. We will never forget Gary.
Mike Abrams
Judy Greenspan-Simon
January 11, 2018
Dear Sherri and family. I was heartbroken to hear of Gary's passing. Although I had not seen Sherri and Gary for many years we all went to college together and Sherri and I lived in the same dorm. Gary always had a big smile and an infectious laugh. He was just a great guy. May his memory forever be for a blessing.
Ford
January 11, 2018
To the family,
I'm sorry to hear about your great loss. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comfort all who mourn sustain your family doing this most difficult time.
Isaiah 60:1,2
- with heartfelt sympathy
Mitch Stark
January 11, 2018
Gary was a true mensch. One of the kindest, most caring people I've met. He will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. The world is a bit darker today without Gary's ever present smile and good humor
January 11, 2018
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Gary was very influential early on with our son Dr. Brandon Berman who went to Howard dental school and is now a dentist. Brandon thought the world of Gary and aspired to have the same type of worth effort as Gary. He will be missed. Steve and Shelly Berman.
Mrs. & Mrs. Robertson
January 11, 2018
Our condolences to Dr. Greenbaum's family. May our Heavenly Father grant you inner peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Shirl Taylor Wilson
January 11, 2018
To the family:
My deepest condolences. I met Gary when I worked for his Dad at Windsor Cleaners. Work was always fun when Gary came to visit. He was always full of fun and laughter. He left an everlasting impression
Jan Maloney
January 10, 2018
Our family was personally, and significantly, blessed by Dr. Greenbaum's generosity. Everyone else has said so perfectly what he brought to every patient and friend. And in our family, as so many others, we all became patient's of his.
Richard (Rusty) Tschiegg
January 10, 2018
Very sad to learn of Gary's passing. We lived on the same court growing up and would play basketball, football, kickball and wiffle ball together. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Wendy and Jerry Krassner
January 10, 2018
Dear Sherri, Jamie, Stacey and Brad. We are so sorry for your loss. Gary was like a 2nd father to Marcy and Jamie was my other daughter. He was an amazing person who always had a smile on his face and a good joke to break the tension when sitting in his dental chair. As long as we keep him in our hearts, he will always be there, smile and all. He was a gentle giant.....We will miss him so much! Wendy and Jerry Krassner
Natalie Wolanin
January 10, 2018
Our hearts are heavy in learning of the passing of Dr. Greenbaum and we send our deepest condolences to the Greenbaum family. I was a patient of Dr. Greenbaum's for 20 years starting when his office was in Montgomery Village. I came to him nervous and with a lot of work to be done. I got to know him and Shawna pretty well during those years of many office visits. He enjoyed answering all the questions I would ask. He always asked about my family, work and we talked about our Brads (my son Brad is about the same age as his Brad). Needless to say, my whole family eventually became patients of his, and we all loved him. I will always remember his laugh, friendliness, kindness and humor. I've have frequently told others about my favorite dentist/doctor. I wish I could thank him one more time for what his patience and kindness meant to me. He will be greatly missed. Natalie, Emil, Erica, and Brad Wolanin
Sarah & Mark Lipp
January 10, 2018
We were neighbors and patients. My daughter babysat for his girls.
His stories were hysterical. My favorites:
1) Shawna's husband, a firefighter, was very close to Brad when Brad was young. One day, Brad saw a passing fire truck and called out to it: "It's me! Stop! It's me! Gary said Brad thought every fire truck was there for him. :-)
2) Gary's Santa Claus story: The daughter of a patient in his office RAN to him -- arms outstretched -- calling out: "Santa Clause, Santa Clause!"
He said many children thought he really was Santa Claus! :-)
Gary's presence was SO large. His welcoming, friendly personality was SO large. He remembered details of every patient he saw. It's difficult to believe he's gone. He was a wonderful dentist, neighbor, friend, husband, brother, son, uncle, father, and grandfather. He will be greatly missed and remembered forever.
Cheryl Lee, DDS
January 10, 2018
Gary was one of my classmates. I had just mentioned his name yesterday because I am in the process of planning our 35th class renunion (Howard University College of Dentistry). We were so saddened to hear of his passing. We will continue to pray for you and your family.
January 10, 2018
Grace and I share in the sadness of Gary's passing. We were just chatting on Facebook a few weeks ago. Sincerest condolences and prayers for you, Sheri and the family. Gary was a fond friend during dental school and the years after. We are so sorry for your loss. Pete and Grace Tan
Bob "Skid" Rowe
January 10, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to the Greenbaum Family. I've known Gary since High School. I will always remember him for his smile and upbeat attitude.
Shira Harash
January 10, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. May you know only comfort. Prayers from Israel.
(Shira from N'shama BBG)
Peter Hadeed
January 10, 2018
Dear Sherri and the entire Greenbaum family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Gary. I loved him so much and will always remember the integrity and purity of his beautiful heart and spirit that has profoundly touched my heart. I truly believe that his goodness and the love that he expressed to everyone was the utmost example of God's vision for humanity. I am extremely honored and thankful for having Gary in my life as a respected friend and colleague. My beautiful friend, God's heaven is your blanket of peace now. You will truly be missed, although I know that one day we will meet again. I will always love you.
January 10, 2018
Gary was a friend to all and always there in time of need or to celebrate, he was one of a kind. I am so sorry for the Greenbaum family's tremendous loss. He has left a wonderful legacy and will be greatly missed.
Cindy Birkett
January 10, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was such a wonderful person and devoted family man. I will always remember him as we were kids that lived 2 doors down the street in Kensington. Always a bright light in this world. He will be missed by all that knew him. RIP Gary, we love you.
January 10, 2018
Sheri and family, you know how much we loved Gary. So so sorry and here if you ever need anything. -All the Lasky family
Carole Connor
January 10, 2018
My deepest sympathy to you and your family from The Connor family. We loved Gary. He was such a good friend to us, especially Mike. I will let him know of Gary's passing. I know he will be deeply saddened. Our prayers & thoughts are with you and your family.
Cindy and Tracy Adams
Cindy Hein Adams
January 10, 2018
May God be in your heart carrying memories as we all will of childhood times and moments of pleasure. Always remembered for his smile and leadership in peace.
Michelle Friedman
January 10, 2018
Dear Sherri and Family, my deepest condolences on Gary's passing. He was a wonderful May all your fabulous memories keep you during this very difficult time. With love and sympathy.
Michelle Saidman Friedman
Glenn Yanis
January 10, 2018
My most sincere sympathies to the entire Greenbaum family. Gary was a wonderful man and he will be missed tremendously. zei gezunt
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