Comments on: Harry Hofberg passes at age of 94

By: danny morrison

danny morrison — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:32:24 +0000

I am very sad to read of Harry’s passing. I met Harry at the Jocks HOF luncheon 3 years ago and was shocked when i learned that he might very well be the only person still around… who actually knew my best friend’s father and uncle…they all used to have bagels in Rock creek Park on the week ends back in the day.

Harry used to call me up and ask me to look up the box scores when he played baseball for the Printers and the Naval Reserve Station and email them to him..He was so proud of his baseball playing days. And i was so proud of Harry using email at 90.

My friend and i finally hooked up with Harry at his place in Rockville about a year ago..and went over to a bagel place close by to have the 2 of them talk about my friend’s dad who had passed 20 years earlier. Little did we know that Harry would tell him a story about his dad and how he had helped Harry ..that brought us close to tears…

I will miss my friend’s phone calls and seeing him at Jocks.

By: Steve Feldman

Steve Feldman — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:09:57 +0000

Jamie,

Although I’ve only been an Amity member for the past 2 years, I learned quickly that your grandfather was such a warm, welcoming man. All of us have such large shoes to fill! My son and I will never forget the time we took you and Harry to the Nationals game at RFK. I wish you and the family much strength during this difficult time.

By: Adam Warshavsky

Adam Warshavsky — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:12:57 +0000

I am very saddened by the loss of my friend and mentor. It has been my honor and privilege to serve along-side of him. My deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences to the Hofberg and family and friends.

By: Mitchell Morris

Mitchell Morris — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:38:30 +0000

I remember just as if it were yesterday, i had just joined, Indian Spring CC, and ran into this young man, Harry Hofberg, i think he was about 75 at the time, he saw me on the putting green, came up to me and said welcome to Indian Spring, aren’t you Willie Broder’s grandson, and i said yes of course, he told me that he remembered playing with him when he was a few years younger, anyway he asked me to join him, on the course, during our 9 holes he hit me with you should join Amity, and of course i said what is Amity, he replied it is a group of young Jewish business men who play golf, eat and drink. Well, he was right on 3 of the 4 items, as it turned out when i joined i was the youngest there, but it did not matter because Harry was always there asking me how I was doing. i will miss Harry’s smiling face and easy going demeanor.

By: Bruce & Carla Feinman

Bruce & Carla Feinman — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:06:55 +0000

A True Gem, we will miss you Harry.

Our Condolences to the entire Hofberg family.

By: Stu Kushner

Stu Kushner — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:09:50 +0000

I like the idea of naming a tournament after Harry. Good idea, Kush.

By: Mark Birns

Mark Birns — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 04:51:05 +0000

When I think of Amity, I can remember seeing Harry at every event; he was the embodiment of Amity’s spirit and being.
A true gentleman, a guiding light in life’s journey, and a role model in being faithful to the organizations we build and will someday leave behind.

I am saddened by the loss for us all.

My sincere condolences to the Hofberg family.

By: Richard Goldstein

Richard Goldstein — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:07:33 +0000

Harry,
It is with great sadness that I read of your passing. You always called me Richie, when you saw me at an Amity event and it made me smile. I will miss you Harry.

By: Charles Gorenstein

Charles Gorenstein — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:56:09 +0000

One goes theough life and seldom encounters anyone quite like Harry Hofberg. Anyone who knew him surely has a “Harry story,” and I have no doubt that every one of those stories brings a smile to those who had the privilege to know him. What a gentleman. What a character. What a gem. He will be missed.

By: Stu Kushner

Stu Kushner — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:00:23 +0000

Needless to say, Harry was very special to me. I have worked with him for many years. He was always kind, generous and thoughtful. He was also very meticulous. He was the best! I will miss him very much. I have lost a dear friend but I am so lucky to have met and befriended my pal Harry. We met at Ralph Rothstein’s office in the late 80s and began working together shortly after I joined Amity. We were a good team and we always got it done.

So long, my friend. You are gone but not forgotten.