OBITS: The New York Times 3 Jul 2004; New York City, New York co., New York

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Orfuss, Muriel   
ORFUSS-Muriel. We express our profound sorrow at the passing of our dearest
``Moo''. She was a woman of grace and dignity, humor and love, who was always
there for our family. We extend our deepest condolences to her children and
their families. She made a difference in our lives and will be greatly missed.
We cherish her memory. Robert, Benjamin, Alexander Passikoff and Marilyn Davis
Published in the New York Times from 7/3/2004 - 7/4/2004.

Siegel, Alan   
SIEGEL-Alan. Age 89, after a brief illness. Beloved husband of the late Lois
Ringel Siegel. Cherished father of Lee Siegel (Alan Levande) and the late Mark
F. Siegel. Adored grandfather of Mark and Laura Levande. Loving brother of the
late Anne Sanders, and brother-in-law of Victor and Marie Ringel and Ellen and
Martin Richman. The world has lost a very special man of extraordinary
integrity and empathy who loved and devoted himself to his family. A wonderful
teacher and mentor, and a diehard supporter of those less fortunate, he was
loved, admired and appreciated by so many whose lives he touched. Alan's
gentle kindness and compassion and his quiet generosity will be remembered and
cherished in our hearts forever. Donations in Alan's memory may be made to the
American Cancer Society. Memorial services will be private.
Published in the New York Times from 7/2/2004 - 7/4/2004.

West, Philip   
WEST-Philip. Oboist; arranger; Professor Emeritus, Eastman School of Music;
and artist/faculty, Aspen Music Festival. Died peacefully June 26th after a
long illness. Survived by his beloved wife, violinist Carole Cowan; and, from
his marriage to the late mezzo-soprano Jan DeGaetani, by daughter and
son-inlaw, Francesca and Nicholas Watson; son, C. Mark DeGaetani; and
granddaughter, Danica Watson. Contributions may be made to the Aspen Music
Festival, Philip West Scholarship Fund, 2 Music School Rd., Aspen, CO 81611.
Published in the New York Times from 6/29/2004 - 7/4/2004.