Hyman "Hy" Berman Obituary (1925 - 2015)

Hyman "Hy" Berman, longtime professor of history at the University of Minnesota, passed away on November 29, 2015. Hy was well-known to the public for his Twin Cities projects for public television, his frequent appearances on Almanac, and his political commentary on KARE. He was a pioneer in the development of labor history and Jewish studies, and was a great ambassador for the University of Minnesota. He taught U.S. history in several European universities and helped reopen the field in China. A native New Yorker and army veteran with degrees from City College and Columbia University, he became an expert in Minnesota politics and served as a special assistant to Governor Rudy Perpich. Hy was involved in many civic affairs and was a longtime member of Temple Israel. Hy is preceded in death by daughter, Michelle Berman. Loving husband to Betty; father of Ruth (Andrew) and Steve; grandfather of Stephanie; brother of Harold; uncle of Allan and Bonnie; and great-uncle of Abbey. Funeral service THURSDAY, 11:00am, TEMPLE ISRAEL, 2324 Emerson Ave. S., Mpls. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the donor's favorite charity. SHIVA: 2540 Seabury Ave., Mpls. (Thurs. 7:00pm).