Friday, September 21, 2007

09/21 NY Times

Adams, Larry
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ADAMS--Dr. Larry, died September 7, 2007 Santa Barbara CA. An inspiring political science professor at Baruch College, CUNY, 1971-1996, and UCSB. Memorial October 13, Trinity Episcopal, SB, in lieu donations to Larry Adams Scholars, UCSB or Sarah House, Santa Barbara.
Published in the New York Times on 9/21/2007.
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Brennan, John J.
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BRENNAN--John J. The Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick in the City of New York, records with profound sorrow the death of John J. Brennan, a Life member of the Society, and extends sincere sympathy to his family. Alfred E. Smith, IV President Brian G. Andersson, Historian
Published in the New York Times on 9/21/2007.
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Brennan Sr., John Joseph
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BRENNAN--John Joseph, Sr., a longtime resident of Manhasset, NY, died suddenly September 18. He was 83. Eileen, his loving wife of 59 years, his sister, 10 children, their spouses, 24 grandchildren, two great-grandsons, a brother-in-law and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins survive him. He was born October 11, 1923, in New York City, third of William R. and Margaret Healy Brennans six children. Raised in Neponsit, he went to St. Francis de Sales, Brooklyn Prep, Holy Cross College and Fordham Law School. He joined the family business Brennan and Sloan, Inc., a concrete contracting firm. In his long career he worked on many New York City landmarks, including the UN, the Citicorp and McGraw Hill buildings, CBS headquarters and the Jacob Javits Convention Center. He was past-president of the Building Trades Employers Association. He married Eileen Fitzgerald on July 10, 1948. They moved to Manhasset in 1957, where they raised their 10 children. A parishioner of the Church of St. Mary in Manhasset, he was a member of the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of the City of New York. He is survived by his wife, Eileen, of Manhasset; sister, Sr. Beatrice Brennan RSCJ, of Albany; daughters Eileen Ann Brennan of Kent, NY; Beatrice Wall (Robert) of Lloyd Harbor, NY and Virginia Waechter (Jim) of Nashville; and sons John Jr. (Joan) of Ardmore, PA; Edward (Julia) of Sea Cliff, NY, Michael (Lisa) of Manhasset, Stephen (Patricia) of Irvington, NY, Peter (Bernadette) of Bronxville NY, Thomas of Philadelphia and William (Margaret) of Waterloo, Belgium and Yorktown Heights, NY; brother-in-law Michael F. Armstrong, of New York; grandchildren, Nell (Ted) Timmer, Mary and Kate Ogorzaly; Claire, John, Nora, Ned, Billy, Michael, Lauren, Carrie, Jack, Fiona, Anna Rose, Eliza, Molly, Elizabeth, Kevin, Catherine and James Brennan, and Robert, Kevin, Patrick and Jack Wall, and great-grandsons Henry and Jasper Timmer. Visiting at Fairchild Sons Inc. of Manhasset Thursday and Friday 2-4pm and 7-9pm Funeral Mass Saturday 10am at St. Marys Church in Manhasset.
Published in the New York Times from 9/20/2007 - 9/21/2007.
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Corbin, Elaine S.
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CORBIN--Elaine S. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, and sister, will be missed by all who knew her. Graduate of Wellesley College. Worked as medical research chemist. Member of Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club and Bonnie Briar Country Club. Congregant at Larchmont Temple. Loved bridge, tennis and the arts. Services, Sunday 12:30pm, Larchmont Temple. A blessed memory for those who loved her.
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Gerry, Martha Farish
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GERRY--Martha Farish. The Directors and Staff of The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children mourn the death of our beloved friend, Martha Farish Gerry. A dedicated Director for over 54 years (1941 to 1995), and Treasurer for a quarter century, she was a passionate supporter of The Society, the first child protection agency in the world. Her tenure as one of our most longstanding Directors served as an inspiration to all of us committed to the mission of protecting children, and we benefited greatly from her wisdom, generosity and dedication to our work. We deeply appreciate her extraordinary commitment to the welfare of children and extend condolences to her remarkable family and many friends. The Directors and Staff of The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
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Gerson, Ivan D. (Memoriam)
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GERSON--Ivan D. We will always love and miss you, our Ivan. Hugs, mom, dad & Adrienne.
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Gildemeister, Enrique (Memoriam)
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GILDEMEISTER--Enrique, on September 23, 2007 at 2pm. CUNY Librarian and Recovery Incorporated volunteer. Brooklyn Friends Meeting House. 110 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn.
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Harrison, Pauline Louise duPont
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HARRISON--Pauline Louise duPont, died September 11 in New York City. Mrs. Harrison was a long-time trustee of the Winterthur Museum and Planned Parenthood of New York City and was a Silver Life Master of the American Contract Bridge League. A memorial service will be held September 29, at 2pm, at St. James Episcopal Church, 865 Madison Ave. Instead of flowers, the family requests that contributions be sent to Planned Parenthood of New York City or Winterthur Museum.
Published in the New York Times from 9/19/2007 - 9/21/2007.
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Hulsart, Shirley L.
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HULSART--Shirley L., 84. Retired owner of BellingerDavis Travel Agency in New York City, died in Barre, VT on Monday, September 17, 2007. Born in Foochow, China on November 16, 1922, she was the daughter of the late William H. and Julia (Kueneman) Crandall. On February 7, 1941, she married C. Raymond Hulsart, a former executive with the New York Times. Ray predeceased Shirley in 1982. She is survived by her two daughters, Sharon H. Wilson of Duxbury, VT; Barbara Hulsart and her husband, Stephen Taylor of East Hampton, NY; four grandchildren, Katherine W. Grijns, James K. Wilson, Samuel W. Taylor and Matthew T. Taylor; a brother, Stephen Crandall of Lincoln, MA; as well as nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Rawson, and a son-in-law, David M. Wilson. A service to celebrate the life of Shirley L. Hulsart is being planned and will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts would be appreciated to the Vermont Symphony Orchestra, David M. Wilson Memorial Fund, 2 Church Street, Burlington, VT 05401. To send online condolences, please visit www.perkinsparker.com.
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Kasper, Sheila
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KASPER--Sheila. Hillel expresses its heartfelt condolences to the Granoff family on the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Kasper was an inspiration to generations. May her memory always burn brightly. Edgar M. Bronfman Julian Sandler Wayne L. Firestone
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Lane, Alvin S.
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LANE--Alvin S. The Council, staff, and docents of the Chazen Museum of Art at the University of Wisconsin-Madison are deeply saddened by the death of Alvin S. Lane, devoted Council member and generous donor to the museum. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to his wife Terese, daughters Mary Jo and Judith, and the entire family. The Chazen will be honored to preserve and display Mr. and Mrs. Lane's significant collection of modern art which he has generously donated to the museum. With appreciation, Russell Panczenko, Dir.
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Lundin, Dorothy Koshelle
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LUNDIN--Dorothy Koshelle, on September 15, 2007, at her home in Bethesda, MD. Born May 19, 1916. Beloved by daughter Priscilla Lundin, son-in-law William J. Schwartz, and grandchildren Zoe and Ethan Schwartz. Cherished aunt of Natalie Axelrod, Holly Quittman, and Matthew Quittman. Dear great-aunt of Lisa Jaffee, Melanie Axelrod, and David and Jeffrey Quittman. Devoted wife of the late William H. Lundin and the late Milton Shapiro. Loyal friend to many. Admired for her intellect, her courage, her thoughtfulness, and her independent spirit, she lived life to the fullest and will be greatly missed.
Published in the New York Times on 9/21/2007.
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Merkin, Norma S.
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MERKIN--Norma S., school secretary, modern dancer, political activist and cultural champion. Adored mother of Laura and Robby, cherished grandmother of Sonya, Marc, Aaron, Jake, Zach and Hayley, devoted sister of Ettie and Gus. Services will be held at Riverside Memorial Chapel, Amsterdam and 76th Street, 11:30am Friday. The family will receive well-wishers at the home of Robby Merkin, 267 West 124th Street (2A), Sunday from 11am on and Monday from noon on. For those wishing to honor Norma, the family requests that donations be made either to the New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association or the Martha Graham Center For Dance.
Published in the New York Times on 9/21/2007.
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Nechemias, Charles
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NECHEMIAS--Dr. Charles; beloved husband of the late Jill Levingson Nechemias; son of the late Dr. Sidney and Florence Altschul Nechemias; loving brother and brother-in-law of Davida Nechemias Rubel and her husband Mark and Abby Levingson Levine and her husband Robert J., and devoted uncle to their children and grandchildren; Richard and Gail Rubel, Jaclyn and Lauren; Bonnie and David Rose, Samantha and Alex; David and Nancy Levine, Lauren and Brian; and Peter and Lindsay Levine, Spencer and Ryder. Dedicated and compassionate physician for over 45 years. Former Chief of the Mount Sinai Diabetes Clinic. Past-President of Temple Shaaray Tefila. Services Sunday at 11:30am at Temple Shaaray Tefila, 250 East 79th Street, New York, NY 10021. Shiva at his late residence on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday from 4:00 to 9:00pm with Minyan each night at 7pm. Contributions to Temple Shaaray Tefila would be appreciated.
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Penn, Murray
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PENN--Murray. Temple Beth El of Great Neck records with profound sorrow the passing of our longtime member, Murray Penn. We extend heartfelt sympathy to his bereaved family. Nina Koppelman, President Richard J. Shapiro, Rabbi
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Schwartz, Rita
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SCHWARTZ--Rita. We were lucky to have had you as our mother, grandmother and friend. We will always remember you in our hearts. Owen, Laurie, Dean, Morgan, Ariel and Lewis
Published in the New York Times from 9/20/2007 - 9/21/2007.
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Schwartz, Rita (Gutter)
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SCHWARTZ--Rita (nee Gutter), of North Shore Towers and Boca Raton, died suddenly on September 18. Survived by her husband, Joseph, the love of her life for 61 years. Devoted sister to Norma and Fred Shapiro. Loving mother to Owen and Laurie, Eric and Robin, and Billy, grandmother to Ariel and Lewis Silberman, Dean, Morgan, Jessie, Miles and Mason. Rita was a gifted artist affiliated with the Graphic Eye Gallery of Port Washington and the National Association of Women Artists, Florida Chapter. Funeral services on Thursday 12:00 at I.J. Morris Funeral Home, Hempstead, NY. Interment at Old Montefiore Cemetery.
Published in the New York Times from 9/20/2007 - 9/21/2007.
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Sharpless, William M.
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SHARPLESS--William M. (Bill), 81, of Tequesta, FL, and Beaverkill, NY, died on September 19, 2007 with his wife and children by his side. He is survived by his wife, Frances; children, Billy, John and Sara; grandchildren, Caroline, Jackson, Derin, Derya and Lauren; and siblings, Edward, Patricia, Delinda, Sara, Janet, Constance and Alice. Served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946, graduated from Harvard College (1949) and Columbia University Law (1952). He was corporate counsel for North American Philips Co., then co-founded the firm of Green, Sharpless and Greenstein which later merged with Nixon, Hargrave, Devans and Doyle. He concluded his career as counsel to the firm of Jeck, Harris and Jones, Jupiter, FL. He was the first president of A-HOME, Inc. non-profit corp dedicated to providing housing for the vulnerable citizens of Westchester County; served as board chairman of the VNA of South Florida; was active in Grace Church, NYC, St. Mark's Church, Mt. Kisco, NY, and the Church of the Good Shepherd, Tequesta, FL; was an avid golfer and former President of Tequesta Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd, 400 Seabrook Rd., Tequesta, FL 33469 where a memorial service will be held September 25, 2pm.
Published in the New York Times on 9/21/2007.
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Shluker, Rose
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SHLUKER--Rose, 99, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2007. Loving wife of the late Leo Shluker of Shlukers Bakery, survived by son David, his wife Zelda, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed. Her spirit remains alive within all her family. Funeral Services at Sinai Chapels, 162-05 Horace Harding Expwy., Fresh Meadows, NY 11365, Friday at 10am.
Published in the New York Times on 9/21/2007.
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Weisz, Elisabeth Weidenfeld
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WEISZ--Elisabeth Weidenfeld, M.D. Born Vienna, 1912. Retired NYC Psychiatrist. Passed peacefully in Ithaca, NY September 18. Predeceased by sister, Annie Perutz and husband, Dr. Paul Weisz. Survived by niece, Monica Wollner and a few close friends.
Published in the New York Times on 9/21/2007.
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