Memorial Book for Marvin Mandelbaum
As you read these messages, may there be comfort in knowing that others are thinking of you.

The Benjamin Family



Shoshana Anily June 30, 2010 04:20 PM
Dear family, I've recently heard that Marvin passed away in Septemeber. I would like to express my condolences to you. I knew Martin for many years as he used to visit at the business school of Tel Aviv University where am a professor of Management Science. I was shocked to hear about his death as I met him last time in Shanghai at an ICPR meeting. He complaint that he didn't feel well, but he (and we too) were sure that it a virus as many of us including myself were sick. We spent the last evening of the conference in a bar at a top floor of a building where we (Marvin, a professor from IE at Tel Aviv U, and I) had something to drink. He insisted of inviting us. The next morning before we left I met him again at breakfast and he still complaint about his stomach. It's terrible to think that it was the beginning of the end and after about a month and a half he died. He was a very kind and gentle person. He loved Israel and Israelis. It was always a joy to meet him here. I will certainly miss him. Regards, Shoshi
Karen Acenberg and family December 15, 2009 04:43 PM
I just seen this and I am in complete shock. He was such a great man, and I will always remember him as happy and smiling. My heart is aching right now cause I know what it means to lose someone, and I just want you to know what a special person he was to me. I talked about him just recently to my husband as the man at my father's funeral who called me JOYJOY. It's so sad. My heart is with you. All the best.
Oren Eisman September 20, 2009 01:23 PM
I was shocked to hear that Marvin passed away. I was one of his students on the last course he taught at the Technion last semester, and I have to say that Marvin was a great man. Smart, funny and definitely one of the best lectures I have ever met.
John Buzacott September 18, 2009 09:46 AM
I first got to know Marvin the mid 1970’s when he was a PhD student and I was a faculty member in IE at U of T. I was impressed by his creativeness and ability to make sense of the vague and complex topic of Flexibility. I believe that his PhD thesis is probably the most cited dissertation that was ever produced in U of T IE. His ideas were very insightful and I used them as the basis of my work on flexibility in manufacturing. Later on Marvin and I did joint research on flexibility. I felt that after the early death of his supervisor, Professor Cunningham, I should encourage him to publish the valuable insights in his PhD thesis. We used to meet at his home. He would talk about his ideas while I would focus on getting them written down. More recently, he and I collaborated in a review paper on flexibility. I started off with a basic draft, but he enormously improved on it, developing a systematic and cogent framework for organizing the vast literature on flexibility that has appeared since his PhD thesis was written. In this recent collaboration Marvin was always highly creative and perceptive. During our collaboration our conversations often ranged beyond flexibility. Marvin had a genuine interest and concern for other people and would go out of his way to provide help and constructive advice. I shall miss him very much. My wife and I were very sad to read of his death. We send to all his family our deepest sympathy.
Dvir Shabtay September 13, 2009 04:45 PM
Three years ago I have met Marvin which become my best friend. We have worked together and spend days with each other. Marvin even had a room in my house that is called by my son "Marvin's room" as we hosted him regularly. Each time Marvin came he brought laugh and light to our house and never forgot a little present to the kids, always thinking about everyone. I will forever cherish his memory as a good and a dear friend. Marvin, I loved you so much. Dvir Marvin, I loved you so much, dear frind. Dvir Shabtay
Barbara Grossman & Mark Klar September 13, 2009 04:22 PM
13 September 2009 Only this very week, before I knew anything about Marvin's illness and passing, Mark & I were reminiscing about our trip to Toronto in 1990. Mark was meeting members of my Toronto family for the first time; we were both meeting Marvin for the first time. But that mattered not one bit. Marvin was so warm and embracing, it was as though we'd known each other our entire lives. We are so terribly saddened and want to let you know you are in our thoughts in this time of sorrow. With love, Barbara Grossman & Mark Klar
Vera Zarek September 13, 2009 07:59 AM
Ruchy and Family, I offer you my deepest sympathy at this sad time. May G-d give you strength and comfort.
Anne Glickman September 11, 2009 05:39 PM
Dearest Ruchy, How the years fly! Memories of Moishe in Machaneh REvivim with Annie,your beloved mother cooking and taking care of all of us-the years in the Tnua,folk dancing and singing .Then SAul and Aaron came to my Kindergarten class,another generation and more memories. Recently reconnecting at neighborhood coffee shops. Always a good story,a laugh and that wonderful twinkle in the eye.We talked about work,old friends our love for Israel but ,most of all ,Moish(he wanted to be called 'Marvin' but I couldn't make that leap)liked to talk about his family-how proud he was of all of you- My heart goes out to the whole family. May his memory be a blessing, Anne (Wolfish) Glickman
Mel Poteck September 10, 2009 10:52 PM
My heartfelt condolences to the Mandelbaum family. Marvin was such a sweet man, full of joy. He'd come into the Computer Science Office at York and give the staff such warm greetings, often do a little dance. The fun he exuded and his kindness will be missed. It won't be the same around here without him.
Sandi & Ron Weisfeld September 10, 2009 10:07 PM
Dear Ruchy & Family: We were very sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved brother. We hope that you are spared anymore sorrow and may your good memories of him help to comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Lora Zuech September 10, 2009 10:20 AM
Hello, My condolences for Marvin Mandelbaum's family. He was a wonderful man who worked for the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and always lit up the office when he walked in and was always so cheerful.
Kirk Thompson September 10, 2009 12:44 AM
I had the privilege of knowing Marvin during his undergraduate days at U of T. We played water polo together, and he earned enormous respect for his competitive and team spirit from all of his team mates in Skule. Please accept this expression of my most profound sympathy.
Kirk Thompson, 6T1 September 10, 2009 12:43 AM
I had the priviledge of knowing Marvin during his undergraduate days at U of T. We played water polo together, and he earned enormous respect for his competitive and team spirit from all of his team mates in Skule. Please accept this expression of my most profound sympathy.
Shari & Hushy Polan September 09, 2009 07:33 PM
Dear Ruchy & the Mandelbaum family We are so sorry for your loss.We wish you all a long life.
Dr. Myron Hlynka September 09, 2009 01:42 PM
Marvin was valued friend and colleague and coauthor. He visited me at the University of Windsor several times and we always had productive and enjoyable sessions of work conversation and general conversation. Marvin loved life. He could get excited about small interesting bits of mathematics that we would discover and then try to explain them in a new way. His joy of discovery was contagious. I will remember the restaurant conversations and his keen insight. We was full of laughter and humour. Thank you, Marvin, for everything.
Ruth Cappel September 09, 2009 01:36 PM
It was with utter shock that I learned of Marvin's death this morning. We have known each other for several years and in the past year had become closer friends. I enjoyed his wit, and joie de vivre. He will surely be missed by his academic collegues and mostly his beloved family. May you find comfort among the Mourners of Zion.
Peter Cribb September 09, 2009 11:36 AM
Marvin was a pleasure to work with at York University. I was Chair of the Department for the years 2002-2007 and had many discussions with him - I will miss him. My family and I met him once by chance at a restaurant on St Clair quite a long time ago - I remember that occasion for his warmth and friendliness.
Brian Spector September 09, 2009 04:31 AM
My condolonces to all of you. I always enjoyed running into him be it at the arena or anywhere. He will be missed by many and treasured by more.
Percy Brill September 08, 2009 08:54 PM
I want to express my condolences to Saul, Aaron, Roseelaine and all of Marvin’s family. Marvin and I met in graduate school and were close friends for thirty-eight years. I was lucky to work on research, travel to conferences, enjoy good restaurants, and have many memorable experiences together with him over the years. Marvin will be missed by all of us who were fortunate enough to know him.
Linda Warmanl September 08, 2009 08:34 PM
Dear Roselain, Aaron, Sol and families, Your brother, Dad will forever have a place in my heart too. His gospel was love. Where there is difficulty, just keep loving, he counselled. His essence was love. He was a problem solver without equal. Got a problem? Go to Marv. I could count on him to think clearly when I no longer could. Having him in our lives was a great gift. My heart goes out to all of you. As much as I will miss him, I know how much more you all will. I wish you all comfort and peace.
David and Susan Hodgkiss September 08, 2009 07:31 PM
Saul and family, our condolences on the passing of your father.
Gary and Judy Neinstein and family September 08, 2009 04:51 PM
Marvin will always remain in our hearts -- his infectious laughter and kindness to all are an example of how life should be lived. Our love and thoughts go out to the family.
Adele Maizels September 08, 2009 04:10 PM
Ruchy and the Mandelbaum family - I hope that happy memories will carry you all through this terrible time, and, as English Jewish tradition says, I wish you all a Long Life. Adele Maizels
Randy Schnoor September 08, 2009 02:44 PM
Saul, My sincere condolences on the loss of your father.
Elizabeth and Isaac Levy September 08, 2009 02:14 PM
Aaron, we are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the whole family. We send you love and strength during this difficult time.
Rachel Pearl September 08, 2009 02:09 PM
Saul, Aaron, Mel, Elijah and Gavy, we are so sad for you. Thinking of you, Rachel, Len, Liam and Hannah
Debbie and Adam Goldenberg September 08, 2009 01:57 PM
Our thoughts are with you during this time. I was lucky to have know Marvin for over 20 years and will miss him very much.Today, I am remembering our lively conversations during Holiday dinners at Judy and Gary Neinstein's. Not to mention many a time spent by the pool sampling wines and talking about our lives.He was always telling me a joke, telling a story of his latest adventures or just giving a great big hug. All our love to you all.