Alan Paul Lentin

Alan Lentin, devoted father, teacher, uncle, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at the age of 78 surrounded by loved ones.

Born and raised in the Bronx, Alan was a school rule breaker in his youth, however education quickly became the focus of his entire adult life. This included pursuing and receiving a Doctor of Education degree. Alan committed his life to teaching in New York City public schools and later became a high school principal. He opened Richard R. Green High School of Teaching in the 1980s, a school for students that wanted to become teachers. After retiring from the New York City school system, Alan continued to teach at Montclair State University in Montclair, New Jersey, and Pace University and Hunter College in New York City as a professor of education. He volunteered his time as well teaching incarcerated individuals preparing for their equivalency exams. He was a beloved teacher, principal, and mentor.

When Alan wasn’t teaching, he was reading The New York Times, cooking, traveling, and skiing. Alan has been all over the world, but his favorite place was Paris, France, where he would travel frequently to enjoy fresh bread while walking along the Seine.

Alan spent his life dedicated to his students, friends, and family. He is survived by many, including his daughters Laura and Alaina, their mother Roseann Lentin, his sister Diane Zilz and her husband Lew Friedman, his nephew Arthur Zilz and wife Jackie, and his grandniece Zoie.

Friends and family may call on Saturday, February 25 from 12-2pm at the Eden Memorial Chapels located at 327 Main Street (opposite the Fort Lee Library). A period of eulogies and reflections will begin promptly at 1pm, all are invited to attend. For more information, please call 201-947-3336.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions on behalf of Alan can be made to Richard R. Green High School of Teaching. The donation page can be found at Everloved.com.

May Alan’s memory be an inspiration.