OBITUARY
Fredrick Alan Lurie
June 28, 1957 – March 28, 2021
Fredrick A. Lurie, DDS. Beloved husband of Lisa L. (nee Lubitz). Loving father of Joshua (Christine) Lurie, Jordan Lurie and Geri (Darin) Friedman. Devoted grandfather of Cayden , Cora , Adeline and Leo. Dear brother of Terri Lurie, Susan and Stuart Graines. Cherished son of the late Ezra Lurie, Gladys and Philip Lubitz. Cherished uncle of Cynthia (Zachary) Gordon, Daphne and Graham and Leslie Kerr and Reid Kerr.
Private family graveside services will be held Tuesday, March 30 at the Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Due to the pandemic, Family requests no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (www.themmrf.org) or the Jewish National Fund.
Special gratitude is expressed to Dr's Eric Yasinow and Stanton Gerson for their care, compassion and attention over the years. Fred was a dedicated dental practitioner who took excellent care of his patients for the past 38 years.
Friends are invited to view the service beginning Thursday afternoon at YouTube (enter Dr. Fredrick A. Lurie Funeral Service)
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ADD A MEMORYGene Shimandle
April 15, 2021
To Lisa, Josh, Jordan, and Geri,
I met Fred while working in the Emergency Dept. at the Mt. Sinai Medical Center. We became friends immediately, his humor caught my initial attention, his professionalism cemented our bond. Renee just informed me an hour ago of his passing on. I was dumbfounded. I have provided his team with resuscitation training since his private practice began. When I was diagnosed with Heart Failure in 2005, Fred had heard of my challenges and contacted me, he is one of the Supermen in my autobiography, "Our Change of Heart" sub-titled "Amongst Supermen". Words offer no relief, when a loved one leaves unexpectedly we grieve. I can share - I close my eyes and I can picture my friend's ear to ear smile whenever we met. I can also express having died multiple times -We are not human beings searching for enlightenment, but Spiritual energies experiencing this Earthly Life's duality. Learn to Live like you are dying... Gene Shimandle
Larry Klein
April 7, 2021
My utmost condolences to all of you. Fred was such an outgoing, warm and friendly person. He would always greet people with a big smile. Hope you can soon focus on the quality memories. You were all lucky to have him in your lives.
Dennis Barney
April 5, 2021
Fred was more than a dentist, we both loved baseball. Fred would brag to me about his son playing baseball in college. I would tell him about my daughter playing softball in college. Me being an umpire for 30 years we had something in common. Fred would tell me about buying pocket knives, Glenlivet Scotch and family. My wife went to him when she was a little girl and hid dad had his practice in Twinsburg. I looked forward to my visits at his office. RIP Fred you will be missed but never forgotten.
Sally Zalben
April 4, 2021
Lisa,
I am so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was such a delightful guy. I am fortunate to have known you both for so many years. Fred always had a smile on his face no matter what! I will miss that for sure. Hang on to your many, many, many beautiful memories, they will help, I promise. Please know that your are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Sally
Rick Perloff
April 4, 2021
Fred and I were US dads, and I'll never forget how he once coached the US baseball team playing on the lower school field. The score was tied and it went into extra innings. Jordan was up and he hit an RBI and US won! Fred was ecstatic, showing his emotion and love like he always did. What a moment and what love and devotion Fred showed the team and his son! Patients of his remember how he would kibitz with kindness when they saw him at Trader Joe's and how he once consulted his colleagues, bringing an x-ray of their daughter's teeth to a meal they were having outside the office,, concluding that there was no need for dental action. These patients loved him as a dentist and as a great guy. For my part, he cared, greeted me at Heinen's with affection -- and did so much for so many.
Gary Rivin
April 4, 2021
Dear Lisa,
My condolences to you and your family. Fred was a great guy and it is a great loss to all who knew him.
Maureen Silver
April 3, 2021
Dear Lisa and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He was a special man and I know he will be missed. My deepest condolences to you and your family at this time.
Claudia Keilin
April 2, 2021
Stan and I were with Phil and Fred ..seems forever.
Our hearts are with your family.
Claudia & Stan Keilin
Lita Gonzalez Phillips
April 1, 2021
We will miss him so much! He had a heart of gold. He made us laugh and always made us feel special. I’m glad I got to see him last week. He greeted me with his infectious smile.
Cherryl Cavanaugh
March 31, 2021
I've never met a more special person than Dr. Fred Lurie! I was initially a patient of his father-in-law's. So I've been with Fred Lurie for a very long time. I will for ever miss his laughter and his stories. Especially about the family he loved so very dearly. My condolences to all of you. Cherryl Cavanaugh
Nancy Shanes
March 31, 2021
Dear Lisa, Josh, Jordan, Geri and family,
We are so very very sorry to have learned of Fred's passing. We hope your most wonderful memories of Fred bring you some comfort at this time. We feel so fortunate to have known him. May his memory be for a blessing.
Nancy and Jonathan
Corey Danzig
March 31, 2021
Dear Lisa & family,
Words can't express our devastation. We are all so beyond fortunate to have known Fred. I will never forget his sense of humor, kindness, & many interesting conversations. Tons of babysitting memories are flooding back to me over 25 yrs. later (like, for instance, the time he picked me up to babysit one Saturday evening and, upon finding out I just got my driver's permit, Fred decided I was going to drive HIS car back to your house!). The last time I saw Fred in November, he spoke with nothing pride about your beautiful family. We love you so much. May his memory be blessing. Love, Corey, Joel, Benny & Sadie Danzig
Sharon Herbst (Cohen)
March 31, 2021
Lisa,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. I have so many wonderful memories of him from my childhood. I mean, what other dentist would write a note to get their patient out of swimming for PE!! He was the BEST!
My thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family during this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing. ❤️
Sharon
Jerry and Marilyn Adelstein
March 31, 2021
Lisa,
We remember the great time we had on the JNF Mission to Israel. Times like that are cherished forever!!
We send our Deepest Sympathy to you and your entire family for your loss.
Fred was a wonderful person and a very respected member of our profession and he indeed will be missed.
Fondly,
Jerry and Marilyn Adelstein
scott levey
March 31, 2021
Fred: Me and my whole family miss your humor. You were one of the funniest guys I know. We all enjoyed our times with you and your family. You will be missed forever. I am crying while I type this feeble message!
Scott Levey
Harvey Madvid
March 31, 2021
Lisa and Family
Woke up Sunday with a slight toothache. If it persisted, would call the office on Monday.
Many years ago, I experienced a financial "rough patch." I told Fred I no longer have insurance. He quickly told me not to worry and that "You have insurance."
I always knew he'd be there for me. He always treated me like I was special. Well, he treated everyone like they were special. Like they were "Mishpacha."
I admired and loved Fred. He was my friend.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Harvey
Christian Hanna
March 31, 2021
Fred,
I miss your gregarious nature, your thunderous laughter, and infectious comical quips.
Your love for serving others, whether in the dentist chair, by connecting people, nonstop road-trips to see loved ones, or by simply lending a loving hand to those who needed it the most will never be forgotten.
I love forward to the day we can share another Chicago Dog and make fun of the Michigan Wolverines. So it’s not goodbye, but rather, see you later!
Gladys and Gene Bennett
March 31, 2021
Lisa
So sorry.
Fred was a very warm and caring man.
He will be greatly missed.
Gladys and Gene Bennett
avrohom cohen
March 31, 2021
Dr. Lurie..Was "DR. NICE GUY !"
He was always upbeat..and a great professional.
I would love the opportunity to say kaddish for his neshama. (soul)
I will only need his hebrew name and his fathers hebrew name.
May you all be comforted !
Avrohom Cohen.. Barry@drycast.com
elaine ullman
March 30, 2021
i have such nice memories of Fred. So sorry to hear of his death.
Joann & Ernie Cohen
March 30, 2021
Lisa....Absolutely no words, just so many fun, happy, & beautiful memories with the two of you. My heart hurts for you & your family. Please take good care of each other, & know that you guys are in our thoughts & prayers.
Sending lots of love to you......Joann & Ernie
Mimi Katz
March 30, 2021
Dearest Lisa and Family ,
I am so sad for your whole family. Fred was such a special human. My 95 year old mom always had an amazing day when she ‘got’ to see Fred. He was so kind to her.
And I just can’t imagine not seeing him again myself. I know your family will miss him every day. My heart is with you all.
I’m just grateful I knew him.
Dori Nussbaum
March 30, 2021
Fred, Larger than life, always with a smile, devoted. A man like Fred, is a once in a lifetime love. I think of his smile whenever I hear his name, I hope we don’t hit the garage again, promise?
Love to you always, but extra now, I’m only a phone call away...
Dori Nussbaum
Mimi/ Howard Katz
March 30, 2021
We were so sad to hear of the passing of Fred. I cannot tell you how many times when my appointment was over Fred and I would go into his office and just carry on conversations regarding our kids, grandchildren, and his thoughts regarding traveling with Lisa in a mobile home. We shared jokes and his love for cooking and cars. He wasn’t just my dentist...he was a friend that I will truly miss.
Marla Simon
March 30, 2021
Dear Lisa, Josh, Jordan and Geri,
I was saddened to hear this news. Fred was always larger than life. He was the most enthusiastic dad, showing devotion to his children every step of the way. He showed his love and affection for his adoring Lisa which was always an inspiration. He will be missed. May his memory be a blessing. Sending hugs.
Marla Simon
Dave and Ilene Saginor
March 30, 2021
Dear Lisa and Family:
We were so surprised and saddened by the news of Dr.Fred's passing.We will always remember the special moments we had discussing car repairs and families. No matter how busy he was,it felt that we were the only ones in the office.I called him one time at the start of the pandemic because I had chipped a tooth in my bridge. The office was closed, but he contacted a lab and sent me there to have the repairs completed. He was always helpful and caring no matter how he felt. His thoroughness and thoughtfullness will be remembered by all of his pateints and friends. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dave and Ilene Saginor
Lillian Schlachter
March 30, 2021
Our condolences to Lisa and the family on the loss of a wonderful, compassionate and caring man. His thoughts and insights will be missed. Fred never hesitated to say what he was thinking and that openness was appreciated. May all those who knew and loved him remember him as a true mensch.
Lillian and Roy Schlachter
Rusty Greene
March 30, 2021
Fred was a very special man. He was a family friend and our dentist.
He will so be missed by the dental community and of course the restaurant community.
I am so very sorry for Lisa and the children.
So so sad!
Sara Stephenson
March 30, 2021
Fred was like family to us. Our children called him Dr Uncle Fred. For a while they thought that all doctors were Dr Uncle Fred and would ask for him at the pediatrician, as they thought he would be there. They looked forward to their dentist appointments...he would let them sit on his lap and squirt water at each other. He made them laugh uncontrollably and they adored him. He was the only dentist my husband would see...he literally flew across the country just to see Fred. We shared so many sushi dinners (he always knew exactly what to order) and we never stopped talking and o laughing. Everywhere we went, he knew everyone. He was supremely generous, inordinately proud of his wife, children and grandchildren. He treated each of his orients, from the youngest to the very elderly, with the deepest respect and love. Our life will be so much poorer without Fred in it.
Alan Banks
March 30, 2021
Many condolences,
I worked with doctor for many years, and was always impressed by his knowledge and common sense of all things. He had a funny way of making you feel silly about your question, but always brought you around with a smile to make you glad you asked.
Always enjoyed his company and I'm so sad.
Faye, Michael and Andrew Bass
March 30, 2021
Dear Lisa, Josh and family,
We are so saddened to hear of Fred's passing. We have fond memories of many days on the baseball field with Fred coaching the boys.
May your wonderful memories help you through this sad and difficult time.
BJ Kowalski
March 30, 2021
On behalf of the employees and his friends at ROE Dental Lab, who worked with Dr. Lurie almost his entire career, we would liked to extend our deepest sympathies.
Fred was a talented dentist that clearly had a passion for his work and his patients. He would often visit us at the lab, everyone knew Dr Lurie, his fun loving attitude and engagement of my staff always made all of us smile. We will miss him very much.
Mark Fishman
March 30, 2021
Lisa, I have known you your entire life. When you brought Fred into our lives, I had already left the nest for college, so I wasn't able to get to know him as well as the rest of the family.
I feel so fortunate that, in adulthood, we were all able to spend more time together, and Fred became a genuine friend. We shared his love of fly fishing, fly tying, and cooking together!
Oddly, it was Covid and Zoom that brought us all even closer. Funny how life twists and turns...
Fred was a wonderful man; generous, kind, jovial. He will be sorely missed. I am so saddened by his loss.
Richard Arnstine
March 30, 2021
Lisa/Josh/Jordan/Geri
My deepest condolences on Fred’s passing. I remember like yesterday the 3 kids sitting in the chairs at the office getting their “wires” tightened and then getting on the phone to tell fred how they were doing. He was always so proud to talk about them Fred was a great guy, always a smile on. His office. He lived life to its fullest. He will be missed. Know that i share in his loss with you
Richard
Linda Bloomfield
March 30, 2021
I am so sad to learn of Fred's death. When I left Cleveland 23 years ago, I left a friend, my dentist, Fred. At that point, he had been taking care of me for close to 30 years. He was kind, he was gentle, he was empathetic, he was funny. He was the measure by which I compared any other dentist I've met over the years and he still remains the standard bearer. On so many levels, he will be missed.
Mardele Cohen
March 30, 2021
Lisa and family
I was saddened to learn of Fred’s passing. Please except my condolences and know I am thinking about your family.
Mardele Cohen
Tom & Laura Vassallo
March 30, 2021
Dr. Lurie was so much more to us than our dentist. He was a family friend for over 30 years. His larger than life personality, humor & talents will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Jodi Bloomfield Richardson
March 30, 2021
Fred was my only dentist for my entire life. I am 50 years old. He was my mothers dentist also for so long.. I am so sad for his beautiful family. He loved them so wonderfully. What a truly spectacular human and dentist. He will be missed so very much. So many memories, so many blessings to carry with us. My family sends peace and love.
Paul Stephenson
March 30, 2021
My heart is heavy as I write these words. I feel so lucky and honored to have known Fred. He epitomized Mensch in every sense.
You could not be in the company of Fred and not feel happy and joyful. I am clearly not alone, as you could never go out with Fred and Lisa without meeting 20 new people from the community who also loved him.
He inspired and continues to inspire me to want to be a better person.
Fred, you will be deeply missed.
Michele Demetriou
March 30, 2021
Fred Lurie was a kind, funny man, and a larger- than-life personality. His love for his wife, Lisa, and his children, was palpable.
Our family will always remember the kindness and welcoming of the Lurie
Family when we moved to Cleveland, knowing no one.
My love, thoughts, and prayers are with the family, and all who loved Fred. His passing is a loss for anyone who’s was blessed to know him.
Suzann Klein
March 30, 2021
We have known the Lurie Family for many years.. Sending love to Lisa and Family.. Fred will be missed♥️♥️♥️
Caren Golenberg
March 29, 2021
Dr. Lurie was an amazing person with such a kind heart. He was my dentist for over twenty five years. Dr. Lurie always found the time to ask me about what was happening in my life personally. When my father came to visit from Scottsdale and needed help, Dr. Lurie was so kind. My mother still talks about how he helped a complete stranger with such compassion to this day. On a personal level Dr. Lurie literally spent over a hour talking to me when I went in for an exam, after finding out I was diagnosed with breast cancer. As he always said...his philosophy was treating people not teeth. He was such a special person.
Cheryl Gravagna
March 29, 2021
Lisa and family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Fred's passing. The world has lost a truly great guy. May his memory be a blessing.
Shelley Hirsch
March 29, 2021
Fred was my beloved brother in law I consider him my brother.I have know Fred since he was 14.He was a beloved husband,father,uncle, and Grandfather and a wonderful dentist.He always took great care of our parents as they aged and was always there for me and my children.You will be greatly missed by me and can’t even imagine what it will be like for my sister Lisa, and Josh ,Jordan and the rest of the family.I will not be at the funeral as due to covid , as I am afraid to travel right now but will be with you in spirit.I love you ❤️🙏🏻
Andreas Marcotty
March 29, 2021
I had met Fred socially, once or twice, before I called. My previous dentist was not available so in desperation I called Fred. Thanksgiving morning, things are cooking and my front tooth cap came off, of course thanksgiving that year was socially possible. Fred called me, met me, fixed my tooth while his turkey, that he was in charge of, was cooking, making jokes and talking all the time. He had to get back to finish the turkey, so I was very quiet, yet every so often I would mumble a reply.
What a wonderful and kind doctor, what a conversationalist.
I will miss him, as we all will.
Andreas
Jeremy Truelove
March 29, 2021
I barely knew Dr Lurie, having only ever spoken to him in person for 30 minutes, but I was struck by how much a person could invest in a perfect stranger with only one casual conversation over wine and appetizers at the close of a business event. He asked me how I was doing and something about him was so genuine and approachable that I shared a truth I wasn’t sharing with even close friends. I was struggling. My wife’s kidneys were failing and I was visiting the ER multiple times a month and her doctor, deemed to be the best in So. FL, was baffled as to how to treat her unique condition. Unbeknownst to me, Dr Lurie returned to OH and immediately went to work contacting his friends in the Cleveland Clinic network. Within two business days, he called me with references for my wife to be seen by the TRULY best urologist and nephrologist in FL, a pair that collaborated to develop a new treatment plan that truly saved her life and restored her to the wonderful mommy and wife that she can be. We both cried to hear of his passing today, not because we count ourselves amongst those close to him, but because he loved on us anyway. And because if he could be this invested in and impactful on the life of a woman he never met, there surely are scores of people going through intense grief at the loss of a truly special human this week. We are holding space for you all as you grieve, and we send our love and prayers to you.
Tamar Brosse
March 29, 2021
Fred was a dear friend besides our family dentist for 26 years. He was always jovial and optimistic. We had great conversations when we had our dental visits. He always showed an interest in our children and loved life. He was very brave and never complained even when he was not feeling great. He was a very dedicated dentist and always professional. He will be greatly missed. We are still in shock that he went so quickly. Rest In Peace our friend and dentist. May your spirit live on in your family and friends. Our deepest condolences to Lisa and family.
shelly bloomfield
March 29, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Fred was a wonderful person and also a great dentist. I always trusted him completely with my care because he was so capable and caring. He always told it like it was. He was always willing to talk about anything and everything. He listened. I will miss him greatly. I send my sympathies to his entire family and everyone who was close to him. A great guy.
Craig Brown
March 29, 2021
I loved him. Other than his father-in-law, Fred was my only dentist. Although most people don’t look forward to dentist appointments, I always looked forward to seeing Fred.. He was incredibly kind, compassionate and empathetic. I already miss him, and I will miss him for the rest of my life.
Barbara Verne
March 29, 2021
Fred was my father in laws' resident, which is how I met him and his wife. Recently I became his patient. He was the same Fred from 40 years ago. Brilliant and kind. Absolutely hilarious. One of the truly good people.
My sons and Jordan played baseball together during a summer season. Fred asked if I'd seen The Bastards of Baseball movie. He cried while talking about how proud he was of Jordan and his baseball career. Of course we talked about his other son and daughter and his grandchildren.
He told me my father in law always called him "Lurie."
Fred Lurie, my father in law loved you, everyone who met you loved you. You touched so many people's souls. You touched mine.
cindy ezzo
March 29, 2021
Lisa and family. So sorry to hear about Freds passing. He was a classmate since we were very young.
May his memory be a blessing. oxo Cindy Ezzo.
Jeff Shoykhet
March 29, 2021
Dr. Lurie was a great man that I always looked forward to talking to and joking with. He always brightened my day whenever we interacted and chatted about family or business or commiserated about Cleveland sports. He was a kind and caring guy that will be dearly missed. May his memory be a blessing.
Cristina Crook
March 29, 2021
Words could not describe our dear friend Fred Lurie. A man with a heart that went far beyond anyone's expectations. It was an absolute pleasure working with Fred over the last 16 years of my career. I think I speak for all when I say the dental world will not be the same without him. His passion and humanitarian ways will be felt throughout for many years to come. We will miss you immensely Fred.