By
Will Penland
(Managing
Director of the Houston Office where Malcolm worked)
From:
Penland, Will @ Houston Galleria
Sent: Sunday, June 30, 2002 11:33 AM
Subject: Malcolm Gluckman
We lost
a CB family member over the weekend. This is not a common occurrence
for us.
Malcolm was not a common man. He was self-reliant, quiet, independent,
and very smart. He did his job with thoroughness and dedication and
respect for his client relationships. Throughout his illness, he was
in constant touch with the office overseeing the transactions in which
he was involved. I am certain this was a diversion for him but also
it was a responsibility he knew he had. I came to know Malcolm much
better as we discussed his illness together. He approached his situation
with intelligence and realism. I believe he was as thoroughly versed
in his illness and prognosis as his doctors. He accepted his outlook
with the same matter of fact attitude that he did all things, not asking
for pity or sympathy, only support. All of you gave him that support
in your own way.
Appropriately, Malcolm made the top ten for the first time last year.
His illness prevented him from attending our recognition dinner. After
my tribute to him in which I discussed his bravery and courage and the
fact that he had his best year ever despite being away from the office
fully half the year, everyone present rose and gave him a sustained
standing ovation. In our hearts and minds, I think all of us should
do that again.
Life well led, Malcolm! Job well done!
Will Penland, Senior Managing Director of the Houston office sent [this
email] to all employees in Houston as well as our Senior Management
of CBRE in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York and London.
