Tofel, Lawrence E - Tofel & Partners in New York, NY

Michael J Smith posted a comment

Your father's passing had a great impact on me and my family as well. You may be thinking "Why do I add my family?" The answer is simple. When I started working at Fine, Tofel, Saxi, Belelson and Barendes your dad left a strong feeling in my heart. I can remember when he would stand-up and dictate to Hazel. I saw this so many times that it is always in my mind. The biggest mistake in my life was leaving the firm to work for Serino, Coyne... It was a huge mistake that I will remember until I am gone. I have to tell you the many times I would pass his office door and stop for a minute or more. Why would I do that? The answer is simple - I enjoyed listening to his articulate voice. When I first met and was interviewed with Saxl he wanted me to start immediately, but I first had to meet your father first. When I returned home that day, it was Saxl asking to meet your father over breakfast in a famous restaurant near the U.N. at 8 AM. Your dad was so kind and asked me questions about my background in a kind pleasing manner. When you asked me to help setup your computers, I said sure, but in my mind I thought "Wow this great simply because I could get a chance to see and hear your father's great articulate voice again"
May God Bless his soul in heaven. You asked me to stay in touch; well, I just did!