Herbert “Herb” Glimcher
GLIMCHER: Herbert Glimcher, known fondly as Herb, passed away peacefully on Jan. 4, 2025. Born on Feb. 9, 1927, in Duluth, Minnesota, Herb was a charismatic and ambitious individual who lived a life filled with love, generosity, and purpose. A devoted husband, father, brother and friend, his zest for life was contagious, as were his heartfelt hugs to all who knew him. Herb began his career as a real estate developer with the construction of Giant Stores in Mansfield, Ohio. His entrepreneurial spirit and relentless work ethic led him to establish Glimcher Realty Trust, one of the largest New York Stock Exchange IPOs in central Ohio history. As his professional success grew, so did his commitment to philanthropy. Herb was a passionate supporter of many organizations, including Columbus synagogues, Jewish Columbus, Jewish Family Services, the JCC, Kosher Food Bank, and OSU Hillel. His contributions also extended to The James, the Columbus Museum of Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, United Way, the Columbus Metropolitan Library, Goodwill and the Mid-Ohio Food Collective. Devoted to his Jewish heritage and bilingual in Yiddish, Herb was deeply connected to his roots. He was married to his beloved wife, DeeDee, for 60 years. Together, they shared a love for art, travel and life’s many adventures. Herb was a voracious reader, and his curiosity and passion for learning defined him. Herb was preceded in death by his first wife, Nona Moskow Glimcher; his parents, Paul and Eva Glimcher; his sister, Marion (Morris) Dach; and his brother, Mayer (Patty) Glimcher. He is survived by his wife, DeeDee, of Columbus; children, David (Lenore) of Columbus, Robert (Megan) of Pittsburgh, Ellen of Bal Harbour, and Michael (Spenser) of Columbus; his brother, Arne (Milly); grandchildren, Nick, Jordan, Brandon, Jason, Gabe, Quincie, Layne, Brock, Leah, Grant and Blair; 10 great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends. Herb’s legacy will continue to live on through his family and the many lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. PJC
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