My condolences go to the Krasner family.  

I am writing this more for my parents rather than just for myself.  

Naturally, I am very sad to learning of his passing earlier this month.  Some say “the Lord works in mysterious ways” otherwise I might still be wondering why Mike has not done his weekly Sunday 3PM to call to my father.  

Since my is father, stricken with Dementia, he forgets how to use the phone .   It was my “mission” to connect with those very close.  and wish them  any early Jewish New Year wishes via phone and/or email.  Luckily Mike gave me Lenore’s email and phone number, this past May. So I just made the call !

Michael and, his wife, Marilyn may have well been members of the Fischer family.  Even after Marilyn’s untimely death in October 1984,  my parent’s  continued to stay in touch with him on a weekly basis. They would hang out in NJ or he would come to NYC.  I remember the day we helped them move the last-minute stuff to their new home.  I always felt welcomed and comfortable in how they arranged it.  

Mike shared his in-depth knowledge of his wines and  his cooking.   He was also one of my “elected” Katuba-signing friends at my first wedding celebration.  

Michael  was proud to be employed at Columbia High School in Maplewood, New Jersey  as an English teacher from the mid-1960's through early 1990s.  Columbia high school also served as the place of “introduction” for Mike and Marylin which would lead to their wedding in 1971.  

Michael’s retirement was well-spent on many volunteer projects, one of which, took place in Albany NY and the other in New Jersey’s capital of Trenton with previously referred to as DYFS / DCPP.  He also acted  as a docent for the opera in Lincoln Center.   

So, Michael, until we meet again ...  David

I had the great pleasure of being colleagues with Mike in the English department at Columbia High School in Maplewood, from 1991-1995.  Mike was a wonderful teacher, beloved by generations of students.  He treated every single student with respect and dignity.  He was universally admired and respected by his colleagues, for his devotion to his craft, his kindness, and of course, his biting wit.  After his retirement from teaching, Mike spent many years volunteering his time in the foster care system, still advocating for kids. He was a seasoned traveler, and a lover of the theater. He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered. May his memory be for a blessing.  Goodbye, Cousin Mike— we loved you— Becky Stern and Michael McElreath

Michael,
Our hearts are heavy but we know that you are not suffering anymore and you are at peace. 
We will miss your laugh and quirky sense of humor most of all. 
We take comfort knowing that you are reunited with Marilyn and all of our loved ones who have gone before you. 
Rest easy cousin

Mike, I just want you to know how much I will miss you.  You were my last link to Marilyn.  Now I know you two will be together forever.  You were such an amazing husband to her especially after her cancer diagnosis.  You never left her side and I will never forget you for that.  These last few years have been difficult with your different illnesses, but I was always there for you either at the hospital or taking you to Doctor appointments.  These last 9 days have been brutal watching you suffer so with your hip surgery and hip dislocation.  I was by your side day in and day out.  I now know that you are out of pain and not suffering anymore.  I love you and please RIP.

OBITUARY

Michael Krasner

February 24, 1939 – August 7, 2025

Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel

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