Obituary of Marvin Schwalb

Marvin N. Schwalb, Ph.D.

Dr. Marvin Schwalb passed away on April 10, 2019 in Livingston. Dr. Schwalb was a professor of microbiology and molecular genetics at the University of Medicine and Dentistry - New Jersey Medical School for over 45 years and served as the Associate Director of the Institute of Genomic Medicine before retiring. Marvin is survived by Karen, his wife of 56 years, his daughters, Robin, Heidi and Abby, and his sister Karen. He was predeceased by his brother, Bruce. He was an avid painter, hobbyist, collector and traveler. The family welcomes friends to visit at his daughter’s home at 17 Dawson Ave. in West Orange on Saturday 2-8pm and Sunday 2-6pm.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations on behalf of Marvin to Newark Arts (newarkarts.org) - powering the arts to change lives in the community of Newark, or MAC Angels Foundation (macangels.org) - providing services and programs to enhance life for those impacted by ALS.

Services at the Hebrew Tailors Cemetery on Western Avenue in Guilderland, NY on Friday, April 12, 2019 at 1pm