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Melvyn Estrin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 10, 2014.

The Honorable
MELVYN J. ESTRIN

On July 9, 2014, Melvyn J. Estrin, 71, died peacefully after a prolonged battle with leukemia. He is survived by his devoted wife of 46 years, Suellen Goldstein Estrin; his son, Brandon Estrin; his daughter, Shannon Estrin Rosoff (Laurence); five loving grandchildren, Dylan, Ella and Taylor Rosoff and Clarissa and Felix Barber; sisters, Wilma Bernstein (Stuart) and Mickey Lemer (William). He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, July 13, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Washington Hebrew Congregation, 3935 Macomb Street, NW Washington, DC. Interment at King David Memorial Gardens, 7482 Lee Hwy., Falls Church, VA.

The family will receive friends at the Estrin home on Sunday and Monday with services at 7 p.m. Memorial donations may be made in Melvyn Estrin's name to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1311 Mamaroneck Avenue, Suite 310, White Plains, NY 10605 which is dedicated to fighting blood cancer in adults and children.

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July 24, 2014

My husband Henry and I want to express our sympathy for your loss. We appreciate all your family has done on behalf of the Jewish community.
May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion.
Janet and Henry Waxman

July 18, 2014

Stephen King

As Shepherd Park neighborhood kids -- to the Tomfoolery -- to URC, Mel was always a "class act."

July 18, 2014

joel epstein

Melvin was a born leader and demonstrated all the qualities of the man he later became back then in Camp Saginaw.Profound condolences to the family.

Joel Epstein aboard the sailing yacht VIRGINIAN, Santorini, Greek Isles

July 17, 2014

Rev.Tereaz Scholze

Blessings and love are being sent.I am a friend of Alan Popovsky.He's told me aboit Mel. I am praying for and holding Love for all who loved Mel.

July 14, 2014

Tommy "The Matchmaker" Curtis

Of my first wonderful boss – you were an inspiration for all my movies and clubs that followed. My memories of the young Mel with his lovely Suellen at the disco will not fade.

July 14, 2014

Yancy Saunders

My deepest sympathy to the entire Estrin family. I was fortunate to have known Mel while working on a project with his son-in-law, Laurence Rosoff. Mel was one of the smartest businessmen I have ever met. My thoughts are with Shannon and Laurence Rosoff during this difficult time.

July 14, 2014

Joe Roundtree

What a great guy! I had performed at his daughter's bat mitzvah back in the day and we have run into one another every few years. He always remembered me and would take the time to chat and ask how my family was doing. He will surely be missed. One of the greatest! My condolences to the family. May God bless!

July 14, 2014

Gwendolyn Russell

Mel was on of the GREATEST men in Washington and he will be missed!!

July 13, 2014

Murray and Cookie Politz

Our sympathy to all the family. Melvyn will always remain in our hearts. Murray and Cookie Politz and family.

July 13, 2014

Lucelly Arcila

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 13, 2014

Lani Marquez

Mr. Estrin was a great man. He would joke at URC-CHS holiday parties that he was happy that URC could "do well by doing good." I think the truth is that he was deeply committed to the work of URC-CHS work of helping make social and health services programs better meet the needs of disadvantaged and under-served communities.
May God hold him in the palm of His Hand, as a righteous man of true good works.

July 12, 2014

Philippe Souroujon

My condolences to you all. May you know of no more sorrows. A big hug for Sharon and her lovely children as well as Laurence my good friend.

July 12, 2014

Barbara Turner

All of us at University Research Co. send our sincerest condolences. The URC family will greatly miss Mel‘s ideas, energy and compassion.

July 12, 2014

Dr. Sheldon S. Steinberg

Dr. and Mrs. Sheldon S. Steinberg express our sorrow and send condolences to Suellen and the family on Mel's passing. As the sole remaining survivor of URC and CHS and a long-term partner with Mel, I know first-hand of his role in growing these human service companies that positively affected the lives of thousands here and abroad. Mel will live on as these companies continue their efforts.

July 12, 2014

Vicki and Ron Simms

Mel will be missed by many .
Our thoughts and condolences to the family .

July 12, 2014

Carolyn and I express our sincere sympathy on your loss. We know how hard he fought...he is now at peace and a better place. Our prayers are with all of you. Jay Bernstein

July 12, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May the one true God comfort and sustain you during your grieving process.

July 12, 2014

William Crowell

There are not enough words to
Say about such a great loss to
Us all
We will all miss him

July 11, 2014

Cara Stein McLellan

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.(Bens' granddaughter & family)

July 11, 2014

Dr. Csaba Magassy

Suellen and Family: Please accept my sincerest condolences on Mels loss...We shall miss him...Csaba

July 11, 2014

I am sorry to hear about Mel.My thoughts and prasyers are with you.

Sherrie Stein Trotman

July 11, 2014

Norberto Polanco

Our family express our deepest condolences to his family, and friends. May the Lord comfort his family in this time of sorrow. We will keep them on our prayers.

July 11, 2014

Judi & Jerry Fried

Suellen and family, our sincere condolences to you on this sad occasion. We have known Melvyn since the years the Estrin family lived on Underwood St.,NW in Washington. Loved having your family as customers at Ski Haus, and know that the many people in the Washington area whose lives he touched feel sorrow now for his death.

July 11, 2014

He was a great and inspirational man that will be sorely missed. His humor, wit, and brilliance were an inspiration.
Gene Johnson, HHB

July 11, 2014

My deepest Sympathy

Alan Pollin

July 11, 2014

Karl Blomquist

For Mel's family and friends: I am sorry for our loss.

Posted by Karl Blomquist

July 11, 2014

Cindy and Andy Shuman

Andy and I we so saddened to hear of Mel's passing. He was a wonderful family man and a devoted and loyal friend. I know my dad really enjoyed spending time and appreciated their friendship so much. Our thoughts are with you. Indeed a life well lived!

July 11, 2014

McCarthy

I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)

July 11, 2014

Fran and Mark Sugar send our deepest sympathies to Mel's family and we are sorry that we cannot be with you at this time. A lot of great memories going all the way back to the Tom Foolery days.

July 11, 2014

Karl Blomquist

Mel, such nice eyes. I use 'thumbs up' to communicate support to my students and friends. You gave me TWO thumbs up when we said goodbye in Houston. Thank you.

I miss you, your family and friends miss you. Be at peace, my friend.

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July 10, 2014

Carlos Silva

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family in this moment of great loss. Sincerely, Maria and Carlos Silva, M.D.

July 10, 2014

Linda Adler

Please accept our deepest condolences at this most difficult time.
Linda Adler and Steven Fischer

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