Leonard Haber (March 21, 1933 – May 1, 2015) was an American psychologist, politician, radio show host and Mayor of Miami Beach, Florida (1977–1979). He was a radio and TV news commentator.[2]

Leonard Haber
28th Mayor of Miami Beach, Florida
In office
November 1, 1977 – November 6, 1979
Preceded byHarold Rosen
Succeeded byMurray Meyerson
Personal details
Born(1933-03-21)March 21, 1933
The Bronx, United States
DiedMay 1, 2015(2015-05-01) (aged 82)
Miami, Florida, United States
SpouseDr. Merry Haber
ChildrenMichael, Daniel and Joseph Haber
Parent(s)Sally and Max Haber[1]
OccupationAmerican psychologist, politician and radio show host

Biography

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Haber was born on March 21, 1933, in The Bronx, New York City. Haber was one of three children of Sally and Max Haber. Her parents also have daughter Sandra and son Arnold.[1] He was graduated from Bronx Community College.[2] Haber was earned his Ph.D from Adelphi University in New York.[1][2] From Adelphi University, Haber moved to Miami Beach and established his private practice.[1] Haber was hosted in the popular radio show "At Your Service" on WKAT.[1] Haber also served as the city psychologist for Miami Beach.[2] Haber first joined the Miami Beach commission in 1971. Haber moved back to Miami in 2012.[1] Haber died on May 1, 2015, at the age of 82. Memorial services were held at Temple Beth Sholom in Miami Beach.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f "LEONARD HABER Obituary". Legacy. Retrieved 5 May 2015.
  2. ^ a b c d "Former Miami Beach mayor, psychologist Dr. Leonard Haber dies at 82". Miami Herald. Retrieved 5 May 2015.
  3. ^ Cohen, Howard (May 1, 2015). "Former Miami Beach mayor, psychologist Dr. Leonard Haber dies at 82". Miami Herald.
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