He was born on January 11, 1937, in Rochester, New York, to Frank and Dorothy Migdol. After receiving his BA degree in Sociology from the University of Buffalo and MA degree in Public Relations from Boston University, Marv worked in Public Relations and fundraising for the United Way, hospitals and United Jewish Appeal. He was also an educator and lecturer at numerous colleges and universities. In his spare time, he enjoyed umpiring at baseball games.
An entrepreneur, Marv also authored numerous articles and was on the boards of the University of Buffalo Alumni Association, American Jewish Congress, Boy Scouts of America and the American Hospital Association. He was active in the civil rights movement and a facilitator for Dallas Dinner, striving to build racial understanding. An avid bridge player, he held the rank of Silver Life Master.
He is survived by five children, Helene, Larry, Michael, Susan and Honi; sister, Nancy; and grandchildren Kayleigh, Will, Shawn, and Alesha. He is preceded in death by son Steve and grandson Josh.
There will be a private family service, but all are welcome to watch via livestream details below. (https://youtu.be/g4V1SC326G0)
Donations may be made to Temple Shalom, Dallas or the SUNY at Buffalo.
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