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MAURICE DEANE

1926 - 2020

MAURICE DEANE obituary, 1926-2020, Hempstead, NY

MAURICE DEANE Obituary

DEANE--Maurice. Maurice Allen Deane, Former CEO of Endo Laboratories and Philanthropist, Passed at 93. Maurice Allen Deane, born November 13, 1926 in Newark, NJ, passed peacefully in his New York City home at the age of 93 after bravely battling pneumonia. After graduating high school at 16, he attended Lehigh University for his undergraduate degree before entering the University of Utah at 19 earning a Master's degree in psychology. After marrying the love of his life, Barbara (Ushkow), in 1950, he joined a small family-run pharmaceutical company, Endo Laboratories, remaining there for over 25 years and rising to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer. During his tenure, Endo became one of the most innovative privately owned pharmaceutical companies in the country, leading to the development of Coumadin - a medication that was credited with saving the life of President Eisenhower. After the company's acquisition by E.I. DuPont de Nemours in 1969, Mr. Deane continued to serve in a leadership position until he stepped down in 1977 to form a private investment company, BAMA Equities. Always intrigued by the study of law, Mr. Deane was admitted to Hofstra Law School in 1978, becoming the oldest entering student in that school's history. While there, he excelled beyond even his own expectations, graduating first in his class in 1981 and as the recipient of annually awarded prizes in both Contract Law and Constitutional Law. His overall grades were the highest in the school's history. As a third-year student, when a nationally known professor was called to testify as an authority in his field before Congress for several weeks, a section of first-year law students voted to have Mr. Deane step in and teach the class rather than wait for the professor's return to school. Upon graduation, Mr. Deane served as a University Trustee from 1982 to 2007, and as Chairman of the Board from 1989-1991. In 2008, he was named chairman emeritus and established an academic scholarship each year for the most outstanding law school graduate. In 2012, the law school was rededicated as the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University. He was a lifelong philanthropist and believed in the support of medical science. Along with his wife, he established two important centers at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City: The Barbara and Maurice Deane Prostate Health and Research Center, and the Barbara and Maurice Deane Center for Wellness and Cognitive Health. In addition, he was a longtime member of the Harmonie Club, the Glen Oaks Club, and the Palm Beach Country Club. Mr. Deane was also a past trustee at Temple Beth-El of Great Neck and a member of Temple Emanu-El of New York City. Maurice is survived by Barbara, his loving wife of 69 years, his children Leland (Danielle) Deane, Gary (Amy) Deane, and Jill (Sam) Deane Sheppard. In addition, he will be remembered and loved by his seven grandchildren. Although he will be remembered by all for his generosity and brilliant intellect, his family will most remember him for his constant love, support, integrity, sense of humor and love of chocolate. His dedication to his family and friends was admired by all and will continue to serve as a standard for all who love and now miss him. The family respectfully asks that donations be sent to the Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Published by New York Times on Apr. 12, 2020.
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Dayle Davison

June 4, 2020

I have known Maury when I joined Endo Labs in 1959. He was a magnificent leader, honorable and inspiring to all that met him. In my nearly 50 year career with Endo and DuPont Pharmaceuticals Maury was a great friend, always available for advice and counsel. Our condolences to his wonderful family.

Marvin & Susan Cyton

April 18, 2020

Maury Deane was a classmate in law school. He was always "Mr. Deane" to us then, but he was always kind, approachable, funny, and willing to spend time with us "kids." He was an inspiration, and will be sorely missed.

Deborah Sherman

April 17, 2020

I began a 30 year tenure at Endo Laboratories in Garden City which began in 1973. I had the pleasure of working under Maurice "Maury" Deane, along with the founder Joseph Ushkow. Maury was indeed a pioneer in the industry. I still have a company accomplishment reward letter of thanks from him. My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and close friends.

Ricahrd Grossman

April 16, 2020

Maurice was one of a kind...I'll never forget him, and I treasure our time at Hofstra Law. And that big old Green Cadillac. He loved Hofstra and showed it.

Steve Wassrman

April 15, 2020

I remember him well from law school - everyone remembered him actually. Firstly, he was always prepared and sharp putting "many a younger gun to shame". Moreover, he was never intimidated by the faculty and would speak to them with the wisdom and experience of a peer. He was a living role model to all of us. May his memory be a blessing.

Shmuel Simenowitz

April 13, 2020

So sorry to hear this news about Mr. Deane's passing, such an accomplished and charitable individual. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.

Janet Nina Esagoff

April 13, 2020

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