Dumas, you lit up the world with your love and kindness. You did God’s work effortlessly & with such compassion. You were like a brother to my Mom (Evelyn) & I. She too has passed & I sincerely pray that you both are dancing in heaven & that you hear from our Lord, “Well done thy good & faithful servant”.  I did not know that God had sent for you, but I did some research online & found out that the Earth has lost an angel to heaven; our loss, heaven’s gain. You led an exemplary life and you won’t be forgotten as you touched so many lives,  including ours. Rest in peace my brother. God bless you & your family always!

My sincere condolences to Dumas’ beautiful family, that he was so proud of as he beamed with pride whenever he spoke of them. 
I was heartbroken when I heard of his passing. 
I knew he was an extra special person from the first day I walked into MSK. He sensed my anxiety that first day of chemotherapy and took my hands and prayed over me. I truly knew I was in the presence of an angel. 
God knew he was a faithful servant and there was always a smile on the face of those that came into contact with Dumas. 
Rest in paradise, Dumas, you deserve nothing less. You touched so many lives and gave those in need so much hope. 
Until we meet again, my dear brother.

I am devastated to hear about the loss of Dumas. He was the light of MSK. He always made me feel like I wasn’t walking into such a horrible place. He had a unique ability to make even the most difficult days a little brighter with his words of encouragement, strength, prayers, and genuine concern for others. His smile and positive energy lit up the room. His positivity was contagious, and I know he touched the lives and impacted everyone he met. I will remember him forever, and I know he will be deeply missed by all of the patients at MSK.

My deepest sympathies to Dumas’ family.  He was such a wonderful person.  He called me his sister.  When I needed to go to MSKCC, I could always see his smile under his mask.  I will miss Dumas.  Good night my brother Dumas.

We just heard of Dumas’ passing and we are heartbroken.  He made such a difficult time so much easier with his shining spirit!    We looked forward to seeing him, hearing him call our names!!  He was full of love and happiness and exuded that to all he met.  We missed him when he left, but on a later visit, outside as we were leaving, I thought I heard his unmistakable voice…. I looked over and there he was.  We were shocked and saddened to realize he was now going through treatment.  NO!  Not Dumas 😢
We both cried yesterday when we found out he had passed.  I wanted to believe he was in South Carolina living his dream with his beautiful family.
He was so proud of his family and spoke often of them.
I am heartsick.  How could he be gone and I am still here??? It doesn’t seem possible. 
Thank you Dumas for the love you poured on us all.  We love you and will never forget you.
God s blessings to his family. 🙏

We have missed Huberman for quite sometime at Sloan so today we finally asked.  My family is saddened and my heart hurts.  We have been coming for years with my brother Michael for treatments.  Huberman made such a very scary time bearable.  During COVID this man had a gift of actually making you feel like things were going to be ok.  My sister and I would drive our brother 3 hours from home and we were greeted by this amazing soul.  He knew our names and we were comforted by his genuine smile and greetings to my brother.  HELLO MY BROTHER.  We brought him cookies after one hard round was over and he teared up and hugged us.  We are heartbroken and will never forget this wonderful  man.  To his family this wonderful man lives in you!

For 27 days plus I was greeted by this smiling face! Hello my sister!!  Huberman made you feel as if you were the only one.  I am forever grateful to him.  This picture was taken on my last day of treatment. I am so happy I have this memory.  My deepest condolences to the family.

I’m so sorry to just now hear of the passing of such a kind, caring and compassionate man. My wife and I met him many times as she battled cancer at Sloan. He was always the first face we would see walking in the door and when he wasn’t there we found ourselves missing him. Gone too soon. So very sad.

I only met Dumas on a couple of occasions when I accompanied my wife, a cancer survivor, to one of her appointments at Sloan.

My interaction was inspiring and delightful, but it went much deeper for my wife. His bright light, joy and positivity at the door helped ease her anxiety and suffering, as I’m sure it did for countless others. It was like a virtual hug that stayed with her all day and beyond.  

Our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.  May Dumas rest in light and power and may we all spread joy and positivity in his honor.

On behalf of my courageous and incredible wife, Kara Hogan Leonardo. 

ml

We are devastated to hear this. Dumas made everyone's cancer journey at MSK Westchester compassionate, kind, welcoming and positive.  He gave so much to everyone he welcomed into the facility.  We will remember him forever, and know that he helped keep so many patients alive, both physically and emotionally.  Deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.  RIP, and thank you.

Rest in Peace Dumas. Thanks for being there. 

Tim Maddock

I’ve been struggling to write this because no words can express how deeply sorry and sad this makes me. I am a patient at MSK and he always made me feel like I wasn’t walking into such a tough place. His smile, his warmth and many prayers and hugs of encouragement greeted me always.  He has no idea how much he had given me. I will remember him always. May he rest in eternal peace. My thoughts and prayers go out to his beautiful family. Fondly, Kim Snyder

Dear family of Dumas, we are heartbroken for your loss and send you LOVE and healing at this very sad time. We were so lucky to meet Dumas at MSK when I started my treatment. Our friendship grew quickly as his joy, love, positivity and caring were a constant. I felt like I knew him my whole life and he became part of our family. Going to MSK every 3 months was made so much more enjoyable as I, we, knew that Dumas would be the first person we would see and hug! I told him he was a healer that was healing not only patients but staff!!! We will never forget you Dumas and we miss you!!!  S & R from Maine

If we are measured by the light of God that we reflect on earth then Dumas' life will be measured well indeed. From the moment I walked into MSKCC with my sister for her treatment, he shone his light and his love and his caring upon us and did so each & every time we saw him. He was a pure joy. May God continue to bless his family and may they know how much of an impact Dumas had on so many. Sending love & heartfelt sympathy.

I am so sorry for your loss. Dumas had a personality that was one of a kind. He made everyone who walked through those doors at MSKCC feel special. We only knew Dumas for about 4 years but he brought lots of laughter to my husband Rich (who passed away in July) and to myself every time we seen him.   Heaven has gained another beautiful soul.

THIS is the kind of joy that Dumas brought to all of us at MSK everyday. Thankful for the gift of his life and friendship! Here he is wishing everyone a “Happy Friday” :)  May his memory be eternal, and a blessing to all who loved him.

I am so sorry for the loss of sweet Dumas, He was always so nice and happy. Working with him always made my day better. He made everyone he came in contact with smile and I send all my prayers and condolences to your family at this time.

We miss you already Dumas my brother! 
You brightened thousands of lives with your spirit and love and we are eternally grateful for having known you my friend! We will see you again!! We love you Brother! God bless you and your family!

OBITUARY

Huberman Dumas

July 27, 1978 – March 6, 2024

Michael J. Higgins Funeral Service Inc.

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