OBITS: The New York Times 14 Nov 2004; New York City, New York co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for The USGenWeb Archives Project *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: The New York Times http://www.nytimes.com Coleman, Lester COLEMAN-Dr. Lester Laudy. Death came peacefully on November 11th. A man beloved by the patients whom he served in a career that spanned 70 years. Dr. Coleman was a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and Long Island College of Medicine. He held the position of Attending Surgeon in Otolaryngology at both Manhattan Eye and Ear and New York Hospitals and was a Clinical Professor at Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York City. He was a diplomate of the American Board of Otolaryngology and a Fellow of the American Triological Society and past Vice President of the American Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine. Dr. Coleman trained and guided the careers of many medical students. He was a nationally syndicated columnist for King Features Syndicate writing the ``Speaking of your Health'' column for more than 25 years and the author and narrator of ``A Guide to your Health'' a nationally syndicated radio program. Dr. Coleman created and produced ``Here's to your Health'' an early television series for the Medical Society of New York County and the National Broadcasting Company. He authored several books including ``Freedom from Fear'' which was translated in 12 languages and another widely used children's book ``A Visit to the Hospital'' intended to allay the fears of children facing surgery. Shortly before his retirement in 1999, Dr. Coleman spoke of how gratifying his life in medicine had been made by his patients and how grateful he was to them for their devotion to him. Dr. Coleman is survived by his wife Elizabeth, daughters Lynn Dale and Lisa and his beloved grand-daughter Sarah Elizabeth. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, November 16th at 2:00 PM at Frank E. Campbell (The Funeral Chapel) Madison Ave at 81 St. lo06008309.tif Published in the New York Times from 11/13/2004 - 11/14/2004. Coleman, Lester COLEMAN-Dr. Lester Laudy. If we can somehow apply just little bits of what we've tried learning from Lester, all of our lives and everyone we touch will be far more enriched. Lester taught me what a hemi demi semi quaver is; the sound between the notes. ``Pay attention to that sound'' was something he told me. ``Trust Elizabeth and me and love yourself'' was another. Lester painted twinkling stars on the dark skies of life's ordinariness. Goodnight sweet prince. Goodnight Dad. Alex Published in the New York Times from 11/13/2004 - 11/14/2004. Davis, Theodore Richard DAVIS-Theodore Richard, 68 years old. On November 10, 2004, at his home in Delray Beach, Fla. Beloved husband of Cynthia. Cherished and devoted father of Jennifer and Michael. Brother of Malcolm and George. Son of the late Samuel and Beatrice Davis. Words cannot describe his passion for life and how he made sure those around him were always happy as a smile never escaped his face. Known as ``Teddy'' by his friends and family, he loved playing card games like bridge, poker and gin rummy. He was an avid New York Giants football fan and enjoyed animals, gardening and party planning. He was always the life of the party!!! He worked in the garment industry in New York City and excelled in commercial real estate sales on Long Island. In lieu of flowers the family is asking that contributions be made to his favorite charity Villa Borghese Cancer Research, attention: Suzie Flynn, 6750 Villa Borghese Blvd, Delray Beach, Fla 33446. Published in the New York Times on 11/14/2004. Enoch, Minna (Gordon) ENOCH-Minna (nee Gordon). 57, of Teaneck, beloved wife of the late Lee, foster mother, guiding light to Lynn Plumacher, pre-deceased by brother David, special aunt to Susan & Kevin Hayes, Lisa & John Renzulli, Bobby & Lucy Enoch, Anne Marie & John Wademan, Michael Enoch, Tracy & Brendan Loftus, Joey Little, Godparents to Sabrina & Brandon Wu, cousin to Leslie & Frank Chrenko, and her lifelong gal pals, Bridgette Dooley Petrou, Mary Kasbar; Kathy Figueroa, Susan Heavner, Eileen Sweeney. Volk-Leber Funeral Home, 789 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ, Sunday 7-9, Monday 3-5 and 7-9 PM. Service Tuesday, 10 AM, followed by interment George Washington Memorial Park, 234 Paramus Rd, Paramus. ``I'll be seeing you.'' Lee and Minna together again. Published in the New York Times on 11/14/2004. Frankel, Dr. Alice FRANKEL-Dr. Alice K. The Board of Trustees and staff of the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services acknowledge with profound sadness the death of Dr. Alice Frankel. As director of the JBFCS Child Development Center for many years and more recently as its Chief Psychiatrist, Dr. Frankel had a special magic with children with special needs and enormous compassion for their families. She combined an incredible intelligence and great clinical skill with a no nonsense common sense approach that reassured parents and staff and encouraged both to maximize their potential as therapeutic agents with children. Dr. Frankel had a national reputation as an extraordinary child analyst and child psychiatrist. She leaves a wonderful legacy to JBFCS and the many thousands of children and families she served. We extend our condolences to her children and grandchildren whom she loved deeply and to the staff of our Child Development Center who have lost a good friend and mentor. We will miss her. Jean L. Troubh President Alan B. Siskind, Ph.D. Executive VP and CEO Published in the New York Times on 11/14/2004. Gross, Lea GROSS-Lea. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Naomi Glauberman Richard Fabricant and David L. Deitz Published in the New York Times on 11/14/2004. Hill, Virginia Hayes HILL-Virginia Hayes. Died after a short illness on Friday, November 12th. She was a resident of Briarcliff Manor, NY, and previously of Irvington, NY, and a summer resident of Pilot Knob, NY. She was born on December 28, 1928, in New Haven, CT, and was raised in Northampton, MA. She was a graduate of Briarcliff Junior College. She was active in the Junior League of Westchester on Hudson, The Thursday Club, The Ardsley Curling Club, the Ardsley Country Club and the Briarcliff Garden Club. She is survived by her husband Robert D. Hill, daughters Cynthia (Pierce) Archer of Villanova, PA, Susan (David) Cody of Bronxville, NY, and Elizabeth (Ethan) Kende of Bedford Hills, NY, and four granddaughters, Catherine Archer, Emily Archer, Gwendolyn Cody and Allyson Cody. A memorial service will be held at the Irvington Presbyterian Church in Irvington, NY, at 11 am, on Saturday, November 20th. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be send to Phelps Memorial Hospital, Sleepy Hollow, NY. Published in the New York Times from 11/14/2004 - 11/15/2004. Morton, Trevor Barrett MORTON Trevor Barrett. Born September 22, 1983 died tragically in an automobile accident in New Orleans on November 11, 2004. Senior at Tulane University. Beloved son of Hedy Meltzer and Robert Christopher Morton, beloved step-son of Lori Posin and Bruce Meltzer. Grandson of Sylvia and Sidney Knopf, Penny Morton and the late James Morton. He leaves loving older siblings, Josh Morton and Marisa Morton and younger siblings Genevieve Morton, Michael Meltzer, Devon Morton and Julie Meltzer. Funeral to be held in Dallas, TX at Sparkman Hillcrest on Sunday November 14 at 12:30pm (214363-5401). Shiva will be held from Sunday November 14 through Thursday November 18 at 6:30pm at the home of Hedy and Bruce Meltzer, Dallas, TX. Shiva will also be held at the home of Lori Posin and Chris Morton, Roslyn Heights, NY Tuesday November 16 through Thursday November 18. In lieu of flowers kindly make donations to a fund to be established in memory of Trevor on behalf of Young Judaea Year Course. He will be missed by all who knew him. Published in the New York Times from 11/13/2004 - 11/14/2004. Ross, Kitty ROSS-Kitty (Kathryn) On November 4, 2004, New York City. Wife of Paul Carl Ross, President of Bioforce USA, mother of Abigail Ross Sioussat, mother-in-law of Pierce Stewart Sioussat, grandmother of Alton Hale Sioussat. She also leaves a brother, John J. Karol Jr. of Orford, New Hampshire and her mother, Ann Hale Karol of Hanover, New Hampshire. Memorial Service to be announced. Contributions to the Brick Presbyterian Church, 62 East 92nd Street, NY, NY 10128. Published in the New York Times from 11/10/2004 - 11/14/2004. Van Riper-Haase, Edith VAN RIPER-HAASE-Edith, of Manhasset, Long Island, died on November 8 after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was a lifelong resident of Long Island and past owner of Douglas Van Riper Realty, a residential real estate firm established in 1926, that she took over at the death of her husband in 1974. After growing it to a most prosperous business, she sold it to Douglas Elliman as the perfect fit with tradition, unparalleled prestige and superior marketing ability being shared commitments. Her involvement in the business and community life of the area included acting as President and Treasurer of the Manhasset Real Estate Board and as a board member of the Family & Children's Association. She held a dual degree in Sociology and Social Work which served her well in preparing her for the challenges of creating and maintaining a successful business that depended on her ``people skills'' of being both a good listener and advisor to her customers. Her charitable giving contributions won her the coveted North Shore Junior League Daisy Award for volunteerism which she treasured all her life. Services were held on Thursday, November 11 at The Congregational Church in Manhasset. The family request that contributions be made to the NSLIJ Health Systems for Ovarian Cancer Research, 125 Community Drive, Great Neck, LI 11021. Her family included her beloved husband, George F. Haase; her children, Douglas R. and Jan Van Riper and Elizabeth Miller; her step-children George and Lisa Haase, Robert Haase, James Haase, Thomas and Bonnie Haase and Margretta and Michael Franklin plus her fourteen grandchildren. Published in the New York Times on 11/14/2004.