Obituary - MARSHALL STOLTZ

Marshall Stoltz passed away on Sept. 12, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, Marshall attended Central High School (204th class) and Temple University where he received a bachelor's degree in education. After receiving an associate's degree in physical therapy from the University of Pennsylvania, he taught science for almost 20 years at Haddon Heights High School in New Jersey.

Beginning in his early teens, Marshall had a great love for the art of Norman Rockwell and together with his brother, Don, acquired a complete collection of the artists' Saturday Evening Post covers and Boy Scout calendars. After meeting Mr. Rockwell in 1970, he left the teaching profession to become the Curator of the Norman Rockwell Museum in Philadelphia, which he co-founded in 1975. He and his brother co-authored a three-volume set of books, Norman Rockwell and The Saturday Evening Post, and later The Advertising World of Norman Rockwell. Considered one of the world's foremost authorities on the artist, Marshall traveled around the world speaking to groups about the life and art of Rockwell.

Known for his jolly disposition and kibbitzing ways, he was a lifelong Phillies and Eagles fan and always kept Philadelphia in his heart following his move to Central Florida in 2012. Prior to the move, he was a longtime member of Shaare Shamayim, joining the morning minion daily and serving on the synagogue board.

Marshall was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and Poppy. He is survived by his beloved wife, Eileen (nee Serota); children Robyn Solomon (Avi) and Craig Stoltz (Jennifer); brother Dr. Donald Stoltz (Phyllis) and Iris Wallach (Seymour); grandchildren Alexis, Logan (Raychel), Emma, Shane, Reed, Sarina (Elie), Hersh, and Rafi; and great-grandchild Tzofia. He was predeceased by his father, Sam, and mother, Pauline.

Funeral services were held at Goldsteins' Rosenberg's Funeral Directors Suburban North, 310 2nd St. Pike, Southampton, PA. Int. Shalom Mem. Park. 

Contributions in his memory can be made to: Alzheimers Assoc., PO Box 96011, Washington DC, 20090-6011, www.alz.org or Friends of Treasure Island (the oldest Boy Scout camp in the U.S., Marshall was the second of four generations of Stoltzes to attend), 575 River Rd., Pipersville, PA 18947, www.friendsoftreasureisland.org  May he rest in peace and may his memory always be a blessing.

Local arrangements entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 933 Lee Road, Suite 101, Orlando, Florida 407-599-1180.