Many will know the name of Phil Grossman, from Boston, as a frequent commenter here, but his assistance to the site went much beyond that. No reader had a sharper eye for good stories, and I think more posts over the years were based on his links than on anyone else’s. Often his news tips would arrive accompanied by his consistently thoughtful analysis of what the stories meant on a deeper level and how the system might be reformed to do better next time. Time after time, his emails would brighten my writing day with their wit, intelligence, and sympathetic wisdom.
Now Eric Grossman writes to report his father’s death. I can well imagine the gap that must be left in his family with his passing, and extend my heartfelt personal sympathies to those he leaves behind.
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So sorry to hear that. Lovely bit you wrote about him, Walter. I’m guessing it will mean a lot to his family.
This is Phil’s daughter, Helene Grossman. I’d like to send a huge thanks to Walter and Ted for maintaining this website, which captivated my father day after day. This site was far and away his favorite website. He was always forwarding postings to my mother, brother, and myself. His passion was doing what he could to ensure that lawyers and others did not take advantage of others and were not a drain on society. So thank you for this kind posting, and as my father would say: Best regards and keep up the good work.
We’re so sorry to hear about Mr. Grossman’s passing. (Sorry, the Hebrew I posted got translated here to question marks.)
My prayers go out to Mr. Grossman’s family. May the Lord bless him and keep him. May the Lord make His face shine upon him and be gracious unto him. May the Lord lift His countenance upon him and give him peace.
My sincere condolences to the family. He was a nice guy and his presence will be missed.
My most recent op-ed was inspired by a Phil Grossman tip. I’ll miss him. My condolences to the family and his friends.
Inasmuch I find this site to be among my favorite also, I am truly sorry for the passing of Mr. Grossman.