Devoted husband of Rita Stockler Axelrad, beloved father of Leslie, Andrew and Alexis, proud grand-father of Caitlin, Patrick, Ethan and Gemma, and delighted great-grandfather of Logan.
Raised in Washington Heights and resident of Riverdale for over fifty years, Herb was a true son of the city. Lover of jazz, art, theater, history and the NY Yankees, he infused all that knew him with his deep intelligence, fierce integrity, distinctive humor and warmth.
A practicing Accountant for over sixty years, he built trusted, life long relationships with his colleagues and clients and would always go out of his way to help anyone in need, no matter how late the request or last minute the deadline.
Herb's proudest accomplishment was the success of his children, grand-children and great-grandson who were the lights of his life.
Herb lives on forever in the hearts and memory of all the lives he touched.
