In Loving Memory of Harry Lewis Winston Jr. – The Harry L. Winston Jr. Memorial Fund

by | Jan 16, 2024 | News, Featured News, Foundation News | 0 comments

In memory of our dear friend, and the grandson of Albert Kahn, Harry L. Winston Jr., the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation has established a special memorial fund in his honor.

Harry Lewis Winston Jr. passed away on December 1, 2023. He was born on February 26, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan to the late Lydia Winston Malbin and Harry Lewis Winston. He was also the grandson of prominent Detroit architect, Albert Kahn.

Art, history, and gardening were Harry’s passions. He dearly loved his family and was an inspiration to anyone who met him. Harry was a true gentleman and kindness was one of his greatest attributes.

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