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Samuel B. Skolnick

Samuel Skolnick Obituary

SKOLNICK SAMUEL B. SKOLNICK On Wednesday, January 27, 2010, Samuel B. Skolnick passed away peacefully at his home. He was the beloved husband of the late Muriel K. Skolnick, devoted father of Brett ( Mary Ann Crawford), Lynn Sachs (John), and Lori. Loving grandfather of Max, Ricky, Adam and Mirielle. Sam served as the Director of Camp B'nai B'rith for over 25 years and he was a friend and mentor to many. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 29 at 12 noon in the Chapel at Judean Memorial Gardens, Olney Maryland with interment to follow. The family will be observing shiva at the home of Lynn and John Sachs, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday evenings at 7 p.m. Memorial Contributions may be made to B'nai B'rith Perlman Camp or to the Muriel K. Skolnick Endowment at the Washington DC Jewish Community Center. Arrangements entrusted to EDWARD SAGEL FUNERAL DIRECTION, INC, 301-217-9400.

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Published by The Washington Post from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Skolnick

19 Entries

Maggie Pearce [Walker]

February 27, 2010

Time spent in Sam's company was never dull. Good memories of working at Starlight and Mukwonago, and visiting with Muriel and Sam in Silver Spring.

Michael Rose

February 25, 2010

Lori
You probably don't remember me but i worked on CBB one summer in the'70's and made your comfort zone "difficult" in the Arts & craft Dep. I visited CBB on 3 occassions and remember your late Father Sam Z'L. with much affection,
I learned of his passing from Sidney Clearfield via my involvement with BBYO
and I wanted to pass on my regards . Your Father was a great man who helped create a haven where young Jewish people's lives were changed for the better. B'H
I wish you & your Family a Long life with fond memories of a great man
Sincerely
Michael Rose

Dr. Richard Beatus

February 11, 2010

I was very saddened to hear of the loss of a such a giving person. While working at Camp B'nai Brith for several summer I had contact with Sam daily. I still have fond memories of those summers. Sam and Muriel were two very special people. My condolences to the entire Skolnick family.

michael rosenberg

February 3, 2010

Skolnick Family
I was saddened about hearing about Sam's passing. I've known him since about 1957, or whemever his first year at Tamarack was, and worked closely with him, in various capacities at Tamarack, until his departure for B'nai Brith.
He was a good mentor and a good friend. My most recent job took me to Baltimore a few times a year, and Sam, Sheldon, and Al(before he passed) always met for dinner. I last spoke with him a few months ago, and will miss our occasional conversations and reminsences.

Sincerely,
Michael Rosenberg

Dorothy (Dot) Quart Winkler

February 3, 2010

Brett, Lynn and Lori,
After all these years, my memories of Sam standing on the steps of "Sam's Porch" are still strong. He knew our parents by their first names, hugged us on the first and last day, and let us stay "after camp"if we asked him nicely. When we were trouble, he let us know it, but let it go and let us come back, summer after summer. For me, CBB was every summer of my childhood, from age 7 on.
I'm very sad for you. He was an amazing father figure for so many of us. Your loss is so great.
May he rest in peace.

February 2, 2010

Dear Lori, Lynn and Brett,
We were sorry to learn about Sam. Our family has wonderful memories of Sam and camp that we share often with the many friends we made there. Sam was the heart and soul of that special place.Take solace in that for decades to come,as people think fondly back to their camp days, they will remember the larger than life presence and special brand of humor that defined Sam.
Ken, Sharon, Rachel and Seth Brecher

Jean Lanham

February 2, 2010

I worked along side of Sam at Mobile Med for many years. He became one of my favorite people as the years went on. We especially liked telling one another stories of our grandchildren. I know you have many memories of you father and grandfather. My condolences for your loss.
Jean Lanham

February 1, 2010

To Lynn,Lori and Brett,

I'm very sad to learn of Sam's passing. His memory is attached to some of the happiest times of my life. I'm glad he was there at the Starlight reunion several summers ago.

I didn't really know Sam in a personal way; I was only in camp for six short summers until I was 17, so we did not have an adult relationship. However, B'nai B'rith was his place, and its draw was obviously a reflection of Sam's efforts and personality. Following my joyful first summer at camp in 1967 I dreamt about it every night during the school year, and couldn't wait to return. When my time ran out as a camper, I returned for 2 summers as a junior counselor just because I wanted to come back to the PLACE(...not because I had any interest in the actual position.) Sam interviewed me, hired me, and then (despite his reputation as a curmudgeon) DID NOT FIRE ME...although there were a couple of occasions when I thought I had crossed the line. There had to be a sense of kindness and compassion behind that, and I am grateful for his forgiveness.

Now that I am teaching NYC high school art, I cannot imagine what a headache it must have been to be managing teenagers placed in positions of responsibility. But the camp ran well, and we all had a good time year after year.

I am glad that Sam had an easy passing at home. He helped put joy in the lives of many people and will be remembered well. My sympathy goes out to you all.

Best,
Bennett Harris Horowitz

Debbie, Ralph & Alex Duke

February 1, 2010

Lori, thank you for calling to let us know about Sam. You know how much we cared for him and what a great friend he was and we are saddened by the loss of such a good man. Our hearts go out to you and Lynn and Brett and your families.
Sam will always hold a special place in our hearts. I hope he had some idea of how influential he was and how much he contributed to our growth as a family. We have so many happy memories and there are so many things that remind us of him. We have missed him every day since we moved; the short visits we have had over the years could hardly fill the void. No one has filled that void since; Sam is a tough act to follow. Please extend our condolences to your entire family.

February 1, 2010

Dear Brett, Lynn, Lori,

My thoughts go out to you on your Dad's passing. So many amazing memories from CBB that Sam was a part of especially in my last years at camp. I am sure we drove him nuts as Pioneers, but having Lynn there was a big plus!! Brett, my thighs have started to recover from the bruises you gave me and I now keep my kitchen cleaner than CBB at the end of summer. It must be good to know that Sam and his family have impacted so many of us with the best memories and experiences.

Jesse Kirsch, Jericho, New York

Elinor Birnbaum Hecht

January 31, 2010

Dear Brett, Lynn and Lori and families,
So sorry to hear of Sam's passing. I'll always remember him with his infectious smile...I found him to be very funny and even though he ran a tight ship, he was very caring and supportive of me as a camper and counselor. He will be missed by so many of his 'children'.

Irene Gordon Gellar

January 31, 2010

Brett, Lynne, and Lori,
Your dad has always held a special place in my heart and will continue to do so even after his passing.I first met him about 50 years ago at CBB and knew he was a unique man, as did my parents who spent many memorable moments with him on camp visiting days.He brought unity, purpose,fun and a love for Judaism to CBB in the early 1960's. More importantly, he used his wisdom and insightfulness to solidify a group of diverse people into a close knit family who will forever be in his debt.
Love will invade us till death separates us..

David Mitnick

January 31, 2010

Sam was a very good man - I was a camper at BBPC and have fond memories of him

Betty Kanterman

January 31, 2010

Deepest sympathies from my mother Betty Kanterman on Sam's passing

Betty Kanterman

January 31, 2010

Deepest sympathy on Sam's passing from my mother Betty Kanterman

Lowell Lustig

January 29, 2010

Brett, Lynn and Lori,
Your Dad was an original,and you wanted to earn his respect. I had the privilege of working for Sam in Starlight and Mukwonago and I would have followed him anywhere. He was one of the great mentors of my life and career. His legacy is enormous and he will be missed very much.

May his memory be for a blessing....

January 29, 2010

Brett, Lynn and Lori,
Once again, I am very sorry that I was unable to attend the services for Dad. He was a good friend and we spent over 25 years working together at CBB. Irene and I send our condolences to all of you and we will never forget how he made CBB one of the most importent parts of our lives.
Sincerely,
Steve & Irene

Debbie&Mike Rider

January 29, 2010

Sam's warmth and humor will be missed by all. We share our condolences with his family.

Sydell Miller

January 28, 2010

My condolences to all Sam's family. Wonderful memories of Camp B'ani B'rith.
Sydell Miller
Fran Schatz and Scott Miller's mother
Las Vegas, NV

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