Joseph Hertzberg (1964)

Joseph Hertzberg graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, subsequently devoting a year to study British History at Cambridge University in England.

Joseph initially worked for a small family-owned brewery before joining Chase Manhattan Bank for two years. After that, he worked continuously in the field of personal investing. He also served on the Board of Advisors for the Lilian and Benjamin Hertzberg Palliative Care Institute at Mount Sinai Hospital. He was treasurer of the Musicians Foundation and treasurer of the New York Foundation for Elder Care.

In addition to his love of music, he enjoyed auditing political science classes at Hunter College and keeping up on current events. He was also passionately devoted to a daily five-mile walk, regardless of the weather.

Joseph was born in New York City and grew up in Scarsdale, the son of the late Abraham and Joan Naumburg Hertzberg. He is survived by his brothers David and Daniel (Barbara); his nephews Michael (Carrie) and Ben; his grandnephews Simon and Noah Hertzberg, and his many devoted friends. 

Contributions in his name may be sent to the Hertzberg Palliative Care Institute at Mount Sinai Hospital.