Dr. Blumenthal is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; daughters, Leah (Scott) Flickinger, and Suzy (Jim) Allen; and grandchildren, Willa, Rebecca and Jacob.
Memorial contributions can be made in Dr. Blumenthal's memory to:
The National Alliance for Mental Illness (www.naminys.org) or New York Public Radio/WNYC (www.nypublicradio.org).
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hellman Memorial Chapels, 15 State Street, Spring Valley, New York. 845.356.8600