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Paul Brickman Obituary

Brickman, Paul, 80, died April 7th, 2005. Funeral services were held April 10th in New York. Born in Mount Vernon, NY, he graduated from Ohio University where he later served as a Trustee. He lived in Highland Park and Chicago, IL. as well as Ft. Lauderdale. Brickman worked with Fuller & Smith & Ross for 29 years, serving as its last president. He is survived by sons James and Jeff, granddaughter Jenny and special friend Jil Olsen.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Apr. 15, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Brickman

17 Entries

Jeffrey Brickman

May 19, 2023

My dad, "POST"editor - the OHIO University newspaper appearing in the '45 yearbook.

Jeffrey Brickman

May 19, 2023

Today would have been my dad's (Paul) 99th birthday. I truly appreciate reading, for the first time, all of the kind words posted upon his death.

He was an amazing role model, mentor and close friend. We shared a love of similar things that he introduced me to such as boating, sailing, favorite
restaurants, our alma mater and business.

At OHIO University, we were both BMOCs, heading up the same organizations and he was commencement speaker for my graduation.

Dad was extremely successful, rising to the top of his profession, so I followed him into an award-winning career in advertising. We later even worked together in our own firm. He was amused when, in a meeting, the client asked if we were brothers.

I could go on for pages about his remarkable accomplishments and great character. But, simply put and to pay him the best compliment ever, dad would be happier just knowing that I am so proud of him and am his chip off the old block!

Peggy Russell

June 13, 2005

I met Paul in September 1943. I had transferred to Ohio University from a southern college and was attending my first journalism class. Paul happened to be in the same class. We met that day and it was the beginning of a 62-year friendship that grew even stronger.

He was the epitome of the "big man on campus". Everyone, students and faculty, knew him and liked him. We worked together on the biweekly college newspaper (he was the editor), attended classes together, and never missed a sorority or fraternity dance. It was a blissfully happy time and I treasure the memories.

I was so proud of him for all he accomplished in his life. In spite of his amazing success in the advertising/public relations field, he remained the same nice man I knew so many years ago, a modest, intelligent, caring, creative man and a delight to be with. Paul had many wonderful friends and he always talked about them and how much he valued their friendship. He was a loyal friend. He was always there for his sons, Jeff and Jim, and for his granddaughter, Jenny, and her mother, Gina.

During the last five years, we exchanged visits as often as we could, either he came to Sarasota where I live or I went to Ft. Lauderdale. He was so much fun. I always looked forward to being with him. My children loved him from the day they met. I last saw him shortly before his death and in spite of his illnes he still showed that lovable sense of humor and that familiar twinkle in his eyes.

Paul loved life and was so vibrant that it's difficult to believe he's gone. When I sit down at my computer I half expect to see an e-mail or instant message pop up from him. I miss him. I feel so fortunate to have had his friendship and he will always have a place in my heart.

Diana Roberts

June 11, 2005

I am Pete Myers's sister. My husband Craig and I enjoyed many delightful and ribald evenings with Paul and others from Pete and Virginia's agency. Paul, although not as old, did remind me of our Dad - or maybe of the dad we wish we'd had. Our dad was an accountant who also had a terrific sense of humor and loved to laugh. But of course Paul was not our dad and therefore,,,,, Well, you get the idea! What a fun guy - to the very end.

Tony & Mimi Guernica

June 8, 2005

Tony and I first met Paul in 2001 at an Italian restaurant we often went to. He was always interested in what was going on in our lives and was a great listener. His friendship meant a great deal and our conversations were often humorous and entertaining. We miss him very much and think about him every day. I have not been able to delete his name off my e-mail list, it makes me feel that I can still send him jokes!

Rich Rudner

June 7, 2005

I had the opportunity to work and socialize with Paul on many occasions. Business conversations were always insightful and creative sessions were always stimulating and, more often than not, a lot of fun.

It was interesting to see people's smiles and nods of acknowledgement when meeting Paul for the first time and hearing the standard introduction: "Remember the slogan 'Let Your Fingers Do the Walking'? That was Paul's. That and a lot of other creative inspirations put him in the Copywriter's Hall of Fame." It seemed after that "credibility" was established, Paul definitely had the person's attention and whatever Paul had to say carried that much more weight.

I will miss the ability to tap into his enormous wealth of knowledge and experience. He was a true role model for anyone who wants to be successful in business while maintaining a high level of integrity.

It is said that the loss of any one of us lessens the rest of us. We will all certainly miss Paul, but we are all that much better for having known and cared about him.

Connie Loewenthal

June 7, 2005

Paul was always the consummate gentleman with a great sense of humor. As my client, I always felt he treated me with respect and honesty. He was truly a great guy and will be missed.

Desiree

June 6, 2005

I have known Paul Brickman my entire life. He and his wife, Lois were good friends with my grandparents, June and Frank Fitzgerald. Mr. and Mrs. Brickman would often come over and spend time with my grandparents. As a small child I found them all so glamorous and exciting. The one thing that stood out about Mr. Brickman was what a loyal friend he was to my grandfather and not only was he a friend to my grandfather he was a friend to the entire family. He was family. Eloquent, charming and reliable that was Mr. Brickman. As I grew into adulthood my time with him was sporadic but each time I did see him, he was gracious and warm as though we had just spent time together the day before. My memories of him are fond and I will smile each time I think of him.

Elizabeth Rowan

June 4, 2005

I was introduced to Paul in January 2002 by his long time friend Frank Fitzgerald. We were visiting him at his home. He was such a gracious person and a perfect host. I had heard his name quite frequently from Frank and his sister Ruth Ann. I told him I liked him even before we met, and felt that if he put his Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval that I would be o.k.. He thought that was very amusing and came over and gave me a hug and kiss on the cheek. I felt accepted and immediately at home. His quick gate, sharp mind and great spirit Belied his age. He was a giving person, always willing to hang pictures in your condo, drive you to appointments and helping with one of your presentations. Sometimes going along just for support. His granddaughter in Atlanta was the apple of his eye. He cherished his time with her, and thought nothing of driving to Atlanta just to be there on Grandparents Day' at her school. His devotion to her had no limits. I know when she gets older, she will truly understand How blessed she was.

Elizabeth Rowan

Myers, Myers & Adams Advertising

May 20, 2005

The Advertising/Public Relations world lost a well-known and respected member with the death of Paul Brickman, 80, who lost his battle with cancer April 7, 2005, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

After a long and illustrious career with top advertising, public relations, and marketing agencies in the country, Paul formally retired in 1992. However, he quickly decided retirement was not for him and in 1997 he sought out Myers, Myers and Adams Advertising of Ft. Lauderdale and, serving as Executive Vice President, was back at work again doing the work he loved. With his usual dedication, he worked every day up until a few weeks before his death.

Aside from his remarkable career, Brickman will be remembered above all by business associates, clients, and friends as a genuinely nice man, always respectful of others. He was a loyal friend and colleague. He had a wry sense of humor and lived life to the fullest.

He was a member of the regional Board of Governors of the American Association of Advertising Agencies, was on the board of the Chicago Advertising Federation and is listed in Who’s Who in Advertising. He also received a Certificate of Election to the Copywriters Hall of Fame for his achievements in creating outstanding advertising for America's leading marketers over a quarter of a century with Fuller & Smith & Ross and in special recognition for his “Let Your Fingers Do the Walking” campaign.

Brickman handled many major Fortune 500 accounts including ALCOA, Westinghouse, Cadillac, AT&T, Skil Power Tools, New York State Lottery, Harley Davidson, Head Tennis & Ski, AMF Bowling, Mobil, Air France, McGraw-Hill, Fortune Magazine, LaSalle National Bank, Mellon Bank, Forbes Magazine and many others. He was instrumental in getting Gatorade and Wendy’s off the ground.

He began with Fuller & Smith & Ross as a copywriter and was promoted in successive moves to President. He handled advertising and marketing communications for such accounts as Volkswagen, Libby-Owens Ford, Austin Co., CIT Corp, Edison Electric Institute, National Association of Home Builders, Clorets, Revco, Webcor, Orange Crush, Hires Root Beer and Helene Curtis.

Following that experience he served as Executive Vice President of Clinton E. Frank Advertising, a division of Campbell Ewald and the Interpublic Group of Companies, handling accounts for Gatorade, Northern Trust Bank, Toyota, AT&T, Reynolds Aluminum, AMF/Potter & Brumfield, Wendy’s, International Mineral & Chemical, Sears, Stokely-VanCamp Foods, Icelandic Airlines, United Airlines, United States Department of Health & Human Services and others.

He then proceeded to Martin E. Janis and Company Inc. as Executive Vice President. He handled major public relations accounts in product publicity, corporate image programs, and financial/investor relations for this leading public relations agency. Accounts included National Association of Realtors, Molon Motor& Coil Corp., BAT, Kemgas Inc., American Invesco, Dunbar Builders, AT&T, and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

For the next five years, prior to joining Myers, Myers and Adams Advertising, he served as an advertising, marketing communications and public relations consultant. In this capacity he handled consumer, business and association accounts, including hotel, industrial, and professional services. Clients include Screen Manufacturers Association, American Invesco, The Yacht Club at Aventura, Motol Motor and Coil, International Armour and Limousine Corp., Dori Wilson and Associates, Frank S. Fitzgerald Forensic Services, The Whitehall Hotel, and National Association of Realtors.

Brickman graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism degree. He also served on the Ohio University Alumni Association Board of Directors. One of his fondest honors was delivering the commencement speech at Ohio University the year his son, Jeff, graduated.

Following his graduation from college he covered college sports in the state of Ohio for Associated Press and was assistant director of public relations for Dayton Tire & Rubber Co.

He obtained his Masters degree and then a Ph.D. degree in Marketing Management from Colorado State University. He also taught marketing at the Graduate School of Business at the University of Illinois, Chicago campus.

Brickman was a key player in the Nixon campaign and worked on the Barry Goldwater 1964 presidential campaign and wrote the slogan “In your heart you know he's right”.

One of Brickman’s clients had this to say about his work and life, “A consummate professional, Paul offered creative ideas, solved problems, and got the job done, all the while maintaining his keen sense of the enjoyment of life and his appreciation for its many ironies.” He speaks for many.

Paul Brickman will be missed by many.

Brickman is survived by son Jeff in Atlanta, son Jim in Chicago and also his granddaughter, Jenny Brickman and her mother Gina Brickman of Atlanta. His wife, Lois, to whom he was married for 51 years, passed away in July 1998.

Ruth Ann Sheffy

April 24, 2005

Paul was a legend in his own time.

He was my brothers' best friend.

We could always count on him. Frank and I had lunch with him 2 weeks before his passing and he was

great. What a gentleman!

Jamie Pachuta

April 23, 2005

Paul was an incredibly gifted and generous man. I had the privilege of meeting him through my grandfather and was able to witness the most beautiful friendship and example of grace and vivacity when in their presence. I will miss this remarkable man.

Rita Alvarez

April 22, 2005

I am so glad I got to meet Paul in Florida. What an amazing life he led. I was sorry to hear of his passing.

Feb '05 Moonrise party~ We will miss you Paul

Kathy Fitzgerald

April 22, 2005

My fondest memories of Paul are from the mid sixties when he and Lois would visit my parents and they'd sing and play the bass. He was an amazing friend to our family and will be greatly missed and remembered as a strong viable man in Chicago.

Frank S. Fitzgerald

April 22, 2005

I have known Paul Brickman for 39 years. We became business friends in 1966 and I met Lois shortly after. My wife June and I soon became social friends with Lois and Paul and we enjoyed many good times together. In business we discovered many mutual interest and respect for each others wisdom and ability. We became best friends. He gave the euligy at my wife's funeral. Our familys became quite close. Jeffry and James were like our sons and became friends of our daughters, April and Kathryn. With Lois's passing, Paul and I became two merry widowers and set out to enjoy the rest of our lives. My best friend was the most creative person I have ever known. I shall miss him.

Robert Neilson

April 18, 2005

"In your heart, you know he is right." Famous slogan developed by Paul for Barry Goldwater's 1964 Presidential campaign.

Paul was a true gentleman, as well as a talented advertising executive.

Peter Myers

April 18, 2005

Paul was simply the best person I have ever had the opportunity to work with, a dear and close friend and a mentor to me. A friend like Paul is truly a once in a lifetime experience. We will all miss this wonderful loving and giving man. Every person who has ever met Paul is a richer person for the experience and the love that Paul gave unconditionally. I will truly miss you Paul.

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