would become his lawyer and dear friend. The trip sparked in him something that led to a life of service and giving. He said that he didn’t want what happened to his sister to ever happen again, and devoted the rest of his life to the Jewish community. His generosity and support for the Jewish community was far- reaching. He had been a major donor to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation as well as other Jewish institutions, including Miami Jewish Home and Hospital for the Aged, Temple Emanu- El in Miami Beach and Friends of Israel Defense Forces. He worshiped his mother, and during his lifetime donated nearly a dozen ambulances in her name to American Red Magen David Adom (ARMDI). Louis loved being part of the Jewish community and going to community events. He could always be spotted with his trademark white hat and white sneakers, even at a black tie event. He was known to often whistle “La Vie En Rose,” even singing it if he liked you. Louis Nieweg had a real soft spot for Jews in need, here and in Israel. Through a gift in his will, he created the single largest endowment that the Greater Miami Jewish Federation had ever received and designated it for Jews in need. Although Louis passed away in 2004 at the age of 92, his generosity and commitment continues to touch many Jewish lives through the Louis Nieweg Fund. The Federation also thanks Norman Lipoff, who was instrumental in helping Louis leave this legacy.
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