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…LETTERS LETTERS from page 5 Region has contributed more than 175 ambulances to Israel. All funds raised are earmarked for the paramedic training scholarship fund, urgently needed emergency medical equipment and supplies, ambulances or the Ashdod-based Emergency Medical Center, which is solely funded by Michigan Region. Dr. Robert M. Katz chairs our Medical-Dental Council. Currently, the youth of Metro Detroit are involved in a campaign to s...…

…Enduring are his deeds. Enduring are his words. "We are all trustees of our Jewish heritage... with an obligation to cherish it, improve it and guard its future." MAX M. FISHER 1908-2005 His life was a blessing, his work a legacy. The Detroit community, the nation, and all of Israel mourn his passing. His name will always be synonymous with tzedakah, righteousness, generosity, and advocacy for the Jewish people around the world. He was be...…

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…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 This humble man from simple roots grew into a graceful giant of the Jewish and secular worlds. CC He brought an optimism to challenges born from his unshaken confidence in the dignity of all people. He would see the brightness of the future while others were consumed only with the darkness of the moment. — Alan E. Schwartz 3/10 2005 9 …

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Mourning Max Funeral service pays tribute to Detroit's "quiet diplomat." HARRY KIRSBAUM StaIf Writer H e'll never be replaced. A man like Max M. Fisher comes along once in a lifetime. Philanthropist, Zionist and fund-raiser extraordinaire, his life of service to those in need gave hope to millions of people around the world and gave an international voice to the Detroit Jewish community. Mr. Fisher ...…

…Daddy never believed in telling us what to do, but by his actions, he was able to instill in all of us a sense of community, compassion for others and a duty to help those less fortunate, no matter what the cause. — Jane Sherman A Man of Incredible Openness Overcome by emotion, young pallbearers embrace. U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge "'Hello, Scarlett,' he said. 'Hello, Rhett,' Damon Keith of Detroit spoke of Mr. Fisher's she rep...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 MOURNING MAX from page 11 U.S. Sen. Carnevin, his wife, Barbara, and U.S. Rep. Sander Levin arrive at the funeral. U.S. Circuit Judge Damon Keith, left, delivered one of the eulogies. Survivors our city, nation and the Jewish people — to care deeply about those who are in pain." Alan E. Schwartz, a Detroit attorney, described Mr. Fisher as "an optimist and a visionary who planned for a better future...…

…Clinginess is bad for a relationship but... GREAT for a car. People who test drive a Saab usually buy one... The True Measure like the measure of a man like Max M. Fisher? His wealth was tangible; he weighed in at 383 on the Forbes 400 list of America's wealthiest with a fortune estimated at $775 million. His influ- ence was prodigious; he had the ability to dial Washington and Jerusalem and speak directly to the U.S. president and Israeli...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Detroit Jewry's atnarc Memorial Award winner. "Sure, I know a little bit about that," he answered, grinning. A power broker yet humble, Max came to know and consult with many of Israel's major political and military figures; in Max, they saw the diaspora's unofficial envoy. Max was at peace under hospice care when he died last week in his bedroom, not far from the den where I had the rare opportunity s...…

…EDITOR'S NOTEBOOK from page 14 plot at Clover Hill Memorial Park in Birmingham. He was born in Pittsburgh and had the means to live anywhere, but Max never wavered in his love for Detroit, to which he came in 1930 from Ohio to join his father William's oil recycling business. "The request for Max to be buried at Mt. Herzl stands as ample testimony to what he has meant to the State of Israel and to the Jewish people around the world," said on...…

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…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Growing Up William and Mollie Fisher with their two oldest children, Gail and Max, 1912 With Max Max Fisher's sisters share childhood memories of family devotion. SHELLI LIEBMAN DORFMAN Staff Writer any knew Max Fisher as a visionary, a Jewish and civic leader, a political adviser and magnanimous philanthropist. But to Anne Rose of West Bloomfield he was "just a great guy — a wonderful per- son who...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 We were , Blessed Max Fisher's daughter and son reminisce about their "Daddy." Max and Marjorie Fisher, 2000 HARRY KIRSBAUM Staff Writer notables "This is not just a sad day, but it is a day to celebrate that which has been such a giving lift. To whom much is given from whom much is expected. And he certainly lived up to that." — Gov. Jennifer Granholm 3/10 2005 18 n the world stage, Max M. F...…

…"On any issue, he'd bring down a satel- Final Thoughts lite, get feedback, adjust the credibility scale Final funeral arrangements were being made then throw him back up," Phillip said. as this interview took place, and the phone "Those that had no credibility at the Sherman household in were just floating around." Franklin was ringing every few And he was very vocal about minutes, a tribute to their father who had no credibility, Jane and may...…

…FOR THE AGES AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 AND THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY OF JERUSALEM Note with profound sorrow the loss of MAX M. FISHER Max Was The Key Max Fisher, a visionary leader, was distinguished by his singular dedication to Israel and the Jewish people. "No, the water isn't different in Detroit. The difference is Max Fisher. "How could we otherwise explain to the outside world the disproporti...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Acumen Business From the oil refinery to the boardroom to the community, Max Fisher's quiet trust was legendary. Friends and business associates: A. Alfred Taubman and Max M. Fisher uotables "Every pore of him was con- structive. He could criticize things but was always look- ing for something positive, to make it better." — Former Secretary of State George Shultz or Max M. Fisher, it all started ...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 BUSINESS ACUMEN from page 21 applied that principle in his philanthropic work, but in business as well. He was never aiming for the short-term dollar. He always looked at the long-term goal in any of his business dealings." Six years later, the group sold the property for an estimated $1 billion. Taubman and Fisher had previously built the Riverfront Apartments in downtown Detroit and subsequently wer...…

…Max M. Fisher Absorbing His Teachings "Like countless others, my understanding and appreciation of both southeast Michigan and the world at large changed appreciably once I met Max Fisher. "By the time I made Max's acquaintance, his time on Earth had already long exceeded what most of us would consider a "working career" Yet he savored every day, eager to make new acquaintances, gain new knowledge and complete new tasks as he put the finishi...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Turnaround Max Fisher helped inspire a new way for suburbanites to embrace the central city. notables 'Max Fisher was a unique individual whose contribu- tions to America, the Jewish people and the Jewish. State of Israel are the legacy of his 96 years. His was a man of dedication, commitment and vision who believed in the strength of Americas democracy and cared for the welfare ofJews everywhere. Max...…

…Be a part of Federation's Women's Campaign and Education Department 8th annual Women's Seder He Lived Tzedakah "In the world of Jewish volunteer lead- ers, Max Fisher was a giant. He was known to all — whether heads of state in Israel or the United States, or the leadership of the Jewish and general HOWARD communities in the RIEGER United States — as a prime mover, ac someone who made things happen. Max Fisher cared about the Jewish people...…

…Max and Menjorie Fisher at the 1998 dedication of the Fisher College of Business All of us at the Fisher College of Business celebrate the life and legacy of Max. M. Fisher. We will miss his vision, leadership and ability to bring people together for great purpose. He left a significant impression on the world of business and a brighter future for our students. 1- ia O T 1 1 4 SFA1E UNTIVERSITY FISHER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS …

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Art for Detroit's Sake Max Fisher's philanthropic largesse leaves a lasting mark on the Motor City's cultural jewels. The Max M. Fisher Music Center opened in October 2003. potables "We pay tribute to a man who, like the first king of Israel, stood higher than any of his people. He has been the respected spokesman of American Jewry to the leaders of Israel from the days of David Ben-Gurion. "He has ...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908 - 2005 ART from page 27 probing. 'Why don't you redesign this? Why don't you do that?' he would say. He viewed the project as one of the city's anchors, like Comerica Park, Ford Field and the Opera House. The educational aspects of the proj- ect were very important to him. He was always thinking of the well being of Detroit and the education of inner-city children. The great center that resulted satisfied hi...…

…will carry on Fisher's work "with that spe- cial Jewish feeling that Max Fisher had." At the time of The Max's opening, Cohen took Cummings, a Conservative Jew, on a tour of former synagogues in the downtown area. "Within walking distance of Orchestra Hall, there are seven or eight old shuls," said Cohen, "and Cummings enjoyed seeing them and reading the Hebrew inscriptions on the buildings." The Detroit Symphony Orchestra is plan- ning a larg...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Deanof American Jewry Fisher with Israeli children while on a United Jewish Appeal mission, 1958 Max Fisher subscribed to the notion that "Israel exists so Jews may exist." PETER GOLDEN Jewish Renaissance Media M ax M. Fisher had a wonderful collection of photographs — thousands of pictures, some dating back to the early 1900s, of family and friends, and of course the presidents, prime ministers, s...…

…Fisher with Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, 1981 Fisher with Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir, 1972 occasion, receive visitors. Fisher, upon entering the house, was directed to the porch. After Fisher presented his proposal, Eisenhower promised that he would make every effort to attend the ceremony. Their talk turned to the Middle East, with Eisenhower recalling the 1956 Suez Crisis. In July of that year, Egyptian President Gamal Abd...…

…FOR THE AGES Caylit-birthriyht zsrcel mourns t h tssiny. of ( Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 C/Cd,„zTC/C, cycishor' his extra-aroknaT leadership math him a- one-o-a--kind philanthropist, n'siona-T and tireless actil4st fr &ars around the wort/ Ada-,v &ane 33herma-n, his da-uOter andfiend of (C)aylit-hirthriyht and the rest ofhtsfamilv be comforted among- the mourners o Aion. 1AGLIT. birthright Israel www.birthrightisraelcom 946750 Temple c...…

…The Jewish Academy board, staff, parents, students and alumni extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of Max Fisher Our thoughts and prayers are with you. "May God comfort you among all the mourners of Zion and Israel 7 zr- With his wife, Marjorie, at his side, Max receives the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit's highest honor, the Fred M. Butzel Memorial Award, in 1964. Presenting the award is US, District Court Judg...…

…FOR THE AGES BUYING Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 A Personal Impact "It was 1962 when zve first met. He agreed to sponsor me at the golf club. I clearly remember our brief discussion, as I was so nervous and in awe of this promi- nent man. During JOEL D. TAUBER the year that fol- lowed, I admired Max Fisher from afar as he soared to even greater heights in business, politics and philanthropy. As my own career developed, I used Max as a model to...…

…American Society for Technion- Israel Institute of Technology ' The Officers, Board of Directors, and Staff of the East Central Region of the American Society for Technion — Israel Institute of Technology mourn the loss of Max M. Fisher a man to whom the People of Israel will always remain indebted Lawrence S. Jackier, Vice Chairman, International Board of Governors, Technion Scott Leemaster, President, Detroit Chapter Richard C. Blume...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Living to the Fullest 8 ALLIED JEWISH CAM PAIGN AMOUNT RAISED TO DATE im,LuoN 2 MLLN 3 MILLION 4 Mti MLUON *ENT OF 1951 COUR kGE PA Clockwise from top: On June 25, 1984, Fisher celebrated his bar mitzvah at the Western Wall. Fisher at an Arizona ranch in 1941. Fisher works the crowd in Detroit in 1958. Sylvia Krell Fisher, Max's first wife, who died in 1952 at age 42. 3/10 2005 36 i 0/1...…

…uotables 7-le really got me into philanthropy, very, very much so. I had the heart to do it and he pushed me all the way. He showed me all the things that I could do. He was very much involved. Federation was No. 1, both in terms of involvement and donations." — Eugene Applebaum, Bloomfield Hills Clockwise from top: Fisher working the phone in his Franklin home in 1990. Fisher as a high school football player in Salem in 1923. Max is flan...…

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 Our High Yield Certificates of Deposit Rates can send your Financial Future Soaring. Inves the t A Sagacious Mentor "illax Fisher was the pre-eminent leader of Detroit's Jewish community and one of the most prestigious and politically influential American Jews of the 20th century. His loss to us borders on the irreparable. "Over the last 25 years, I was lucky enough to have a close relationship with M...…

…In memory of his life Photo credit: Monica Morgan Photography In Memory of Our Emeritus Board Member With deep respect The Detroit Institute of Arts 3/10 2005 39 …

…FOR THE AGES Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 ELEMENTS OF YOUR MODERN. LIFESTYLE Profile: Max Martin Fisher Born: July 15, 1908, Pittsburgh Education: Ohio State University, bache- lor of science degree, 1930 Wife: Marjorie Switow Fisher Children: Jane (Mrs. D. Larry) Sherman, Mary Fisher, Phillip William Fisher (and Lauren), Julie (Mrs. Peter) Cummings, Marjorie Martin Fisher Residence: Franklin Latest Business Affiliations: Comerica Inc., Detro...…

…LABOR ZIONIST ALLIANCE & NA'AMAT USA on behalf of the LZA Education Fund C6161111.14 atillterk t61 -ej9i41, et6 141, ft64149(11 United Jewish Appeal, former president, former member board of trustees, former general chairman Honorary Degrees: Wayne State University, Detroit, 2001; Brandeis University, Waltham, Mass., 1997; Technion-lsrael Institute of Technology, Haifa, 1991; Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Mount Scopus, Israel, 1984; Yesh...…

…••° FOR THE AGES • :T4• -•LIrTr*n ' 0 '1/40110 am • 1•1 1111 1 ; 4 L raUCS LK 1.1L IRV - Max M. Fisher, 1908-2005 ILL 11. ■ 1 r1.1r I "rail 1:■■ • 9.1111111 • e W.14 • M1,11 . . The Jean & Samuel Frankel Center for Judaic Studies Presents The Fifteenth Annual David W. Belin Lecture Pre-Planning in American Jewish Affairs "Constructing Jewish Life in the Age of Reproductive Technologies" • The behind-the-scenes detail...…

…350 years ago this great country welcomed its first Jewish settlers. Our advertisers are thrilled with the results they get from the Detroit Jewish Thank you, America. News Zedek's lot. But police and security directed funeral attendees to fill every space and to double-park in all of the parking lot's lanes. "I was supposed to leave the funeral service early to make sure everything was ready at Clover Hill," Techner said. "I still beat th...…

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…We join with the Jewish Community and the City of Detroit in expressing gratitude to Max M. Fisher for his extraordinary generosity, commitment and vision. His life's work will be a wonderful legacy for us all. With our deepest sympathy to his family for their loss. June Walker, National President &The Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah The Staff, Board of Directors, Administration and the entire Yeshiva Beth Yehudah express their h...…

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…Why is it so difficult to bring up the idea of a senior community? In a word, dignity. How do you tell your morn (or dad, or aunt, or grandparent) that you think it might be time for them to move into a senior living community? Will they be insulted, will they "resent me," or will I just feel guilty? At Sunrise Senior Living, preserving dignity is one of our Principles of Service. It's what has driven us for over 20 years. Today, Sunrise pro...…

…LE'S TaE21& Seeking The Making A Difference Word of Max M. Fisher's death reached Joel Jacob of West Bloomfield in Argentina, where he was touring sites funded by the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee. "This was very sad for all of us, including the U.S. government offi- cials who knew of Max's work," he said. "We were all aware of the fact that, in large part, it was Max's devo- tion to the JDC that enabled these programs to ex...…

…Something extra cc Thursday, March 10 Used Book Collection Sunday, March 13 Blood Drive Brotherhood of Temple Beth El holds blood Penny Auction Temple Kol Ami Sisterhood presents fund- raiser to benefit the YES Fund of Women of Reform Judaism and hearing assistance sys- tem in the Temple 6 p.m.: dinner, dessert, 50- 50 raffle, silent auction and live auction with bids starting at one penny. (248) 661-3262. Community leaders honored at ...…

…Gale Kramer, features the music of George Gershwin at Beth Elders noon luncheon. $10 members, $12 guests. RSVP: Doris Kushner (248) 352-5882, Hermina Leib (248) 354- 9569. Wednesday, March 16 Concert Saxophonist Joe Moore performs 1 p.m., hosted by Supportive Communities. Oak Park JCC (248) 967-4030. charge; bring brown bag lunch. (248) 865-0612. Lunch and Learn Congregation Shaarey Zedek with Rabbi Lauren Berkun explore the the- ologica...…

…can turn tear- dness American Red Magen David for Israel has been helping Magen David Adorn in Israel save lives for more than 65 years. 40 ? C, 0 t5) orkGEN 04L " 1 0 9 , M 2 44) , 7 I .0 t-7 -1.1 of —1- tt 0„ IN 3/10 2005 52 The Dr. John J. Mames Chapter in Detroit—Michigan Region began its life saving work in October 1967. This volunteer effort operates with no paid employees or overhead. 00 o d a vs) 4 finuereev ° ,syee...…

…/ 6.00 ?X Mordechaf's Madness Contemporary 'Purim reading featuring skits, raps, songs Serch and the ABZ Band and shtick with 6:45 P.M contseh ( 117-tob,„ Evening service and Megglah reading - in the Chapel fertvtilbilifW i r ir Bubbles the Clown Dudley Coneys Carnival Games Sliders Miniature Motor Ways fries Giant hula-tables 'Pasta Bring Your Camera Cold Stone Ice Cream (parve) Take 'Pictures 'With: Aral Cotton Candy Sponge Bob Squa...…

…Across Eight Mile In a rare visit to Farmington Hills, Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick details his hopes and plans for Detroit's future. DIANA LIEBERMAN Special to the Jewish News "That building was old when everybody went to it," Mayor Kilpatrick com- mented, to general laughter. Plans for the Ford Auditorium site include a lager, state-of-the-art replace- ment for Chene Park, the waterfront park and amphitheater. D etroit's problems are not uniq...…