Hume: Oberman’s death a huge loss for city: Christopher Hume, The Toronto star
Many didn't know Paul Oberman, but most know his work whether they realize or not. He was the driving force behind the brilliant renovation of the old North Toronto train station on Yonge St., better known as the Summerhill liquor store, as well as a number of heritage renovation projects around the city. Paul Oberman, but most know his work whether they realize or not. His death Monday night in a plane crash over Maine will be a huge loss in a city that places little value on its past. Where most of his fellow developers happily pay lip service to preservation, Oberman didn’t just talk the talk, he also walked the walk. Most important of all, his ability to make heritage pay for itself put the lie to an industry that rarely looks beyond the borders of its own holdings.
Even though I didn't know who Paul Oberman was before i read this article, i still feel terrible and the city of Toronto has suffered a huge lose. Read more of this article, I realise he did so much and seemed like a truly good guy. I'm sure many people who loved him and in great morning know and my sympathy goes out to them.
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