Professor Engler was one of my favorite professors at NYU. I have extremely fond memories of his class and more importantly of his warm kind good hearted nature. My condolences to his family. He was one of a kind and one of my favorite professors.

Mitch was the best. We last spoke over the summer, it was a really good call, we discussed so many important topics. I always loved catching up with Mitch and only wish we had kept in touch more often.  I will miss him always.

Reading through the messages here, I am seeing a beloved man who made such a difference in so many people's lives.  I can't even begin to imagine your grief at this time.  Your journey has been simply inconceivable.  Please be gentle with yourselves, and know I am holding you close in my heart, hoping time will allow you healing and peace.  With love, Janice

I am overwhelmed with grief and shock.  Mitch was one of the sweetest, kindest and funniest persons I knew.  He was my mentor at Fried Frank and taught me partnership taxation.  We stayed friends for many years after but unfortunately lost touch the past few years.  I will miss him terribly.  My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Mitch made a tremendous impact on me.  Smart, funny and kind! 

He spent last summer bike riding, playing the drums, and listening to the Grateful Dead. 

Sincere condolences to Linda, her family, the boys, and his many dear golf and basketball friends. 



There are many teachers in this world, but I give Professor Engler special respect. I had a class with him with only four students present throughout the semester. Yet, his teaching was not compromised and he was just as passionate about it as the other class where he was teaching hundreds of students. I haven't known Professor Engler for long, but I think that tells something about him - a diligent, kind, and respectful teacher. I was very honored to be in his classes and learned a lot from him. He will live in my memory for a lifetime. 

Sincere condolences to Mitch's family and close friends. He was a wonderful person and a good friend, thoughtful and caring, with a great sense of humor. I always enjoyed our times together, even though he did tend to repeat the same jokes every once in a while... but they were still always funny!  RIP Mitch!

I am so very sorry for the loss of Professor Engler.  He was my favorite professor at Cardozo, and in fact, I sought him out to hood me at graduation among the different faculty members that were present when I walked across the stage.    I never would have thought that I would enjoy a class on federal tax - and that I did was a tribute to Professor Engler's teaching ability and his sense of humor.

My sincerest condolences to the Engler family.

So sorry to hear the news of Professor Engler’s untimely passing. I took the Professor for two tax classes in his earlier years at Cardozo. He was a great teacher with a funny and quirky  sense of humor. He was very kind and genuine. He was my favorite Professor at the law school.

May Professor Engler’s memory be a blessing!

I will miss Professor Engler’s thoughtful words, his humor, and his kindness.  During the times I was his student and his TA, Professor Engler made me feel like I was in the right place and was doing what I was supposed to be doing, even as he corrected me and helped me learn and improve. It was a great blessing to encounter someone so passionate and willing to help during my time at Cardozo. May his memory be a blessing.

I broke down in tears when I received the email about Professor Engler’s passing. He was my Torts professor and I took an IP Taxation class with him in my third year and he was such a joy and so caring towards the student body. He always had such valuable bits of wisdom as a seasoned attorney that I used since day one of practice. Even when I emailed him after graduating he always responded back and was so encouraging. My heart is broken and my deepest sympathies for all his loved ones. He will be missed so much.

My condolences to Professor Engler's family. I took Contracts with him as a 1L and I always appreciated his genuine good nature, excellent sense of humor, and dedication to teaching. 

My heart is breaking.   Friends for over 40 years. Always so gentle and kind. One of the most intelligent people I’ve ever known.  
I will always remember.   Condolences to his family, friends, students and everyone who ‘s
Life he touched.   

My deepest condolences to Mitch's family. I took Corporations with him many years ago, and he stands out in my memory as one of the most engaging and dedicated professors I had in law school.

In memory of my Cousin who I share my name with, May you Rest in Peace now.

My Condolences to Mitchell's  children, and Linda.

Sincerely,

Stephen Lawrence Lewicki

My thoughts are with Linda and all of her family at this very difficult time. May Mitch's memory be for a blessing. 

My heart goes out to Linda and Mitch's sons.  I always had fun memories of Mitch going to my house for parties without parents in the house!  His laugh will never be forgotten. 

I have memories going to rock concerts between Genesis and seeing The Who in concert!!!  Robin Cassell

My condolences to Professor Engler's family & friends. I only had him for three weeks of Contracts & he made such a deep impact on me. His kindness and grace made you feel safe, heard, & acknowledged.  I am honored to have been one of his students. Sending love and prayers. 

Thinking of Mitch's loved ones at this sad time.  May you feel comforted by warm memories and by knowing how many people care.  May Mitch's memory be for a blessing


My thoughts and Prayers go out the Mitch's family and hope that by doing so helps lessen their pain. 

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Mitchell Lawrence Engler

19 July, 1964 – 4 November, 2022

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