Ira Gumberg
December 13, 2025

IRA GUMBERG: Died on December 13, 2025 while fighting and undergoing treatment for cancer. He was born on August 27,1953 and lived in the Pittsburgh area all his life where he built a family, a corporation, and a legacy. He died as he lived with strength and courage.

Ira graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School and the University of Pittsburgh. He later completed the advanced management program at Harvard Business School. He joined his family in his grandfather's business J.J. Gumberg Company, where he grew the shopping center mall business, regionally, nationally, and internationally. Ira built the first American style mall on the subcontinent of India making J. J. Gumberg Company a third-generation global real estate investment and development firm. He was an accomplished businessman whose strategic and practical advice was sought by so many who admired him. He also loved horses and horse racing, partnering with his father Stanley and people from around the world, in what he called the business fun in his life.

Ira loved and was loved by his family; his wife Anita Courcoulas and children Jill (Jay), Amanda (Craig), Tessa, and Stanley, brothers Larry (Ina) and Andrew (Christy) and grandchildren Max, Theo, Lilah, and Cecilia. Ira also loved and was loved by his many colleagues, friends, and the friends he called brothers.

Ira had a unique gift for finding those in need and helping to support so many individuals and organizations by way of his truly generous spirit. He had a presence larger than life and filled every room with it. He was a confidante, mentor, protector, and a supreme problem-solver. In his 72 years of life, he most cherished the role of father. He was unapologetically proud of his four children and their accomplishments in life and within themselves.

In the end, Ira was also incredibly grateful for the care, attention, and comfort given to him by members of his household and so many wonderful healthcare professionals.

Ira was a gentleman and an inspiration. Throughout his life, he touched so many individuals in countless ways and leaves behind this legacy of giving- both love and strength. May he be remembered this way.

Services at Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morewood), Oakland, on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10 AM. Visitation one hour prior to services (9 AM - 10 AM). Interment Homewood Cemetery. Following the burial, all are welcome to a reception at Rodef Shalom Congregation. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com

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My condolences to the Gumberg Family on the passing of Ira J. Gumberg. He could be tough but also I knew him as a man who was compassionate towards those in medical need, I recall many times he assisted in connecting people with the best specialists through his many associates. May he rest in the peace of God's love.

By Susan Lorraine Todd - December 22, 2025

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My condolences, Mr. Gumberg was incredibly kind and always spoke to me so nicely and treated me so well. Unfortunately I only knew him briefly and always hoped to know him and his beautiful family on a deeper level. He will be missed so much.

By Jack Kilkeary - December 19, 2025

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Anita, my deepest sympathies for your loss. I have many fond memories of Ira . May his memory be eternal.

By Debbie Maravich - December 18, 2025

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To all the Gumbergs, David, Heather and I send our deepest sympathy to you all. Ira was a wonderful guy, someone we admired and loved knowing. We will always remember the wonderful years on Bennington Ave when Jill and Amanda were little girls and Ira and we, the Robinsons, shared many fun times. Anita and children, be strong. We will never forget Ira.

By Judith R. Robinson - December 17, 2025

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Ira was a true friend to West Point and passionate about its mission of producing leaders of character for our nation. Ira was truly a leader of character himself. He was a valuable source of expertise and advice for programs at the Academy, but, as anyone who has ever met him well knows, he was a powerful and consummate voice of encouragement. There are few people we will ever meet who are truly as kindhearted as Ira. He is already, sorely missed.

By LTC Mick Hauser - December 17, 2025

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My condolences, he was an absolute gentleman and had a great generosity and humor. When my 12 yo child was born he sent him a lovely gift which we still keep. Rest in peace.

By James O’Shea - December 16, 2025

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I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Ira briefly years ago. He was kind and gentle.. Thinking about you Anita, and sending you my deepest sympathies. Kathie Green

By Kathie & Arnie Green - December 16, 2025

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My deepest sympathies go out to the Gumberg family and to everyone at JJGCO. I am profoundly grateful for Ira's mentorship during my time with the company. His business acumen and deep knowledge of the industry were invaluable. His legacy is far reaching, and it will endure.

By Andrea Lober Rockovich - December 16, 2025

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So sorry for your loss. I will always cherish the memories of our poker games, playing ball on Beecwood Court and the Chevy Impala. My deepest sympathies.

By David Lampl - December 16, 2025

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So sorry to read about Ira’s passing. Condolences to his family. Rest in peace Ira.

By Amy Friedman Doran - December 16, 2025

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I have very fond memories of Ira growing up in same neighborhood. Always a nice man.

By Debra Weisberg Wooton - December 15, 2025

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I grew up with Ira in the neighborhood. He was always a kind friend Anita , I miss the time we work together. Our sympathies go out to you and your family.. we love and admiration, Peter

By Peter &Susan Tanzer - December 15, 2025

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I was honored to teach Tessa and Stanley how to swim. Ira and Anita treated everyone like family and welcomed us into their lives. Be strong! 💪🏻 You have your memories that last a lifetime. I am praying for you and your family! The Stragar’s

By Pattye, Gary, J. R. and David Stragar - December 15, 2025

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I so remember Ira, growing up in Squirrel Hill. One of the good guys! His mom and my mother were friends as well. Ira, may your memory be a blessing.

By Donna Rosenstock - December 15, 2025

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Anita, Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss. We will always be grateful for what Mr. Gumberg did for our family and for so many others. His courage, generosity, and belief in opportunity made it possible for us to come to America and build a life here. Through his actions, he showed that the American dream is real and attainable. His impact reaches far beyond words, and his legacy lives on in the lives and families he helped shape. Thank you for everything, Mr. Gumberg. Your friends, Jimmy, Catherine, and Jesse Doyle and your pal, Darragh Kerins

By Jimmy Doyle - December 15, 2025

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The Schreibers are saddened by the passing of our friend, Ira. He was a mentor to us in our real estate business and we became real friends while his family and the Schreibers pursued our horse showjumping passions. Ira will be missed. We offer our sincere condolences to his beautiful family.

By Marvin Schreiber, Fran Schreiber, Lauren Schreiber, Doug Schreiber and Heather Schreiber - December 15, 2025

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Anita, Ira was a beautiful and generous spirit. I am honored to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Gretchen Moore and Strassburger McKenna Gutnick and Gefsky.

By Gretchen Moore - December 15, 2025

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I'm so sorry to hear of this. I have many good memories of us as kids at summer camp. I regret our paths not crossing later in life.

By Ricky Dukehart - December 15, 2025

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So sad to learn that Ira battled with cancer and left his family all too soon. Sincerest sympathies to all of you.

By Dodi Walker Walker Gross - December 14, 2025

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My deepest condolences to the family. I spoke with him any few months ago about our upcoming high school reunion and enjoyed that short connection. I am so sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing.

By Barbara Solomon - December 14, 2025

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Ira's kindness will live on in so many lives. He was a wonderful husband and father, and we are so grateful to have known him and his family as friends. We are sending our sorrow and strength to those he leaves behind and loved so much.

By Mihaela and Adrian Visoiu - December 14, 2025

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We have never met such a caring and determined man. He was incredibly kind to our entire family, and his family is just as kind as he was. His determination and gentle spirit live on through his children and in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

By The Kovach’s - December 14, 2025

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Sending love, prayers and condolences

By Jane Bronk Gorman - December 14, 2025

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Dear Dr, Courcoulas, I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved husband. Peace to you and your family. I will be in good hands for my surgery and thank you for the call while so much is going on for you and your family. RIP for your husband. Domenica Lightner

By Domenica Rifenburgh Lightner - December 14, 2025

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Anita We did not know Ira was ill and were quite shocked to learn of his passing. We were both very fond of him . May your memories bring you and your family comfort and recalling happier times bring you peace. We will miss Ira and always keep him in our hearts. We will attend the service with heavy hearts and great sympathy for you and the family. Linda And Art .

By Linda Melada - December 14, 2025

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Rest in peace,my/our friend Your memory is a blessing to all of us ! Chuck Whitehill

By Chuck Whitehill - December 14, 2025

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RIP Ira.

By Cindy Feingold Miller - December 14, 2025

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I want to express my heartfelt sympathy to the family of Ira Gumberg. We met a few years ago at the Rodef Shalom Temple.

By Richard Gordon - December 14, 2025

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Godspeed Ira. You helped many and you will be missed by many. May God be with you and your family.

By Ron Puff - December 14, 2025

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