OBITS: The New York Times 28 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 DeCarlo, Charles DeCARLO Charles. Sarah Lawrence College mourns the passing of its president emeritus, Charles DeCarlo, who served from 1969 to 1981. We are indebted to Charles who brought his financial and administrative acumen to transform the face of the campus and revitalize the College's financial underpinnings, while remaining true to its spirit. A Renaissance man equally at home in the world of business and academia, he will be missed for his joie de vivre and dedication to the College. We extend our sympathies to his wife, Dorothy, and children. A memorial service will be held at the College in the Spring. Michele Tolela Myers President Robert Riggs Chairman of the Board Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. Diakoff, Lois Cudworth DIAKOFF Lois Cudworth died on November 18 at the age of 61 after a long battle with cancer. She held degrees in comparative literature from City College and Columbia University and a JD from Brooklyn Law School. She practiced personal injury law for three years and then joined the State Court system where she served as a court attorney and the law secretary to several Appellate Division justices. Most recently she has been the law secretary to Justice Shirley Werner Kornreich. She is survived by her husband Harry Diakoff of New York City and her parents, Richard and Rita Cudworth of San Antonio, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dances Patrelle, PO Box 6802, NY, NY 10128 or to Doctors Without Borders (1-888-392-0392). A memorial service is planned for January 9. Published in the New York Times from 11/23/2004 - 11/28/2004. Fine, Jack W. FINE-Jack W. February 22, 1914-November 23, 2004 in Boynton Beach. Most recently of Stuart, Florida, formerly of East Meadow, LI and New York City. Predeceased by wives Helen Letica and Helen Tuck and brothers Jules and Dr. Albert Fine. Survived by first wife Fannie Epstein, daughters Susan Hochberg and Maxine Bochnia, grandchildren Michael and Rachel Bochnia and Sarah Hochberg Luijpers (Patrick) and greatgranddaughter Arielle. Also, by stepsons Dr. Gregory Letica, Nick Letica (Terri) and Paul Tuck (Barbara) and stepdaughters Iris Nystrom and Marcia Elfand and by five step grandchildren. Jack's passions as a youth were his political activism, his business Franklin Rapid Dart, the study of the piano and his family. Later on came his love of golf, world travel and the beauty of gardening and living in Florida. Still later he was devoted to chairing and fundraising for the Martin County Literacy Council and the Lyric Theatre. Presently a private family gathering is planned. When plans for a memorial service are completed they will be published in the Stuart, Florida area newspapers. Published in the New York Times from 11/26/2004 - 11/28/2004. Friedman, Gerald J. FRIEDMAN-Gerald J., MD. The Brotherhood Synagogue mourns the passing of our longtime member, past President, Honorary President and generous benefactor. He was a dynamic leader, a man of great integrity and a physician of consummate skill. We will always remember his devoted service to this congregation, and our Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman Center for Education is a testament to his enduring legacy. Condolences to his wife, Dorothy and to his niece, Jane. Published in the New York Times from 11/28/2004 - 11/29/2004. Krupenye, Ira KRUPENYE-Ira. Died November 25, age 82. Adored husband of Grace, his wife of 56 years, beloved father of Lucy, Peter and his daughterin-law Sandy, loving grandfather of Christopher, Ben and Ann, cherished by all who knew him. Wonderful violinist who played with Orchestre Symphonique de Monte Carlo, Orchestre Regionale de Provence Cote d' Azur, Washington National Symphony, Concert Master of several small orchestras, summer concerts at Academie Internationale d'Ete in Nice France. Much sought after New York freelance musician. Long career as teacher of instrumental music, performing musician in many films, including ``Arthur'' and ``Sabrina''. Ira graced our lives with his amazing joie devivre, compassion and generosity. Our lives will never be the same without him. Memorial service at a later date. Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. Levine, Carl LEVINE-Carl. On November 26, 2004. Beloved partner of David Fink, devoted father of Deborah Levine and Caren Stanley, father-in-law of Kenneth Stanley, loving grandfather of Ashley and Adam Stanley, caring brother of Mark Levin and the late Stanley Levine, adored son of the late Florence and Fred Levine, dearest friend of Faith Popcorn, admired and respected by everyone who ever met him. Born in Bloomingdale, NJ, Carl rose to international prominence as Executive Vice President of Home Furnishings at Bloomingdale's, then ``retired'' to further creativity as head of Carl Levine Consulting & Licensing. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Carl's memory to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Patient Services, 475 Park Avenue South, 8th Floor, NY, NY 10016. Shiva at 875 Fifth Avenue, NY, NY, MondayThursday, 5-9 p.m. Services Sunday, 1 p.m., Jewish Center of the Hamptons, 44 Woods Lane, East Hampton, NY. Interment private. Published in the New York Times from 11/28/2004 - 11/29/2004. Myers Jr., Nathaniel Charles MYERS-Nathaniel Charles, Jr. died Thursday, November 25, 2004 in Asheville, NC. Born in Manhattan in 1928 he was a longtime resident of Scarsdale, NY. He is survived by Frances Goldberg Myers, his wife of fifty-two years, daughter Pamela, and sons Kenneth and Nathaniel III. A kind and gentle man, he will be missed by all whose lives he touched. Contributions may be made to the Asheville Art Museum, P.O. Box 1717, Asheville, NC 28802 or a charity of the giver's choice. Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. **** Phillips Jr., Lynn PHILLIPS-Lynn, Jr., my dad, died Saturday, November 13th. Red Smith of the NY Herald Tribune described dad as ``A pleasant man, cheerfully friendly, handsomely and quietly dressed, impeccably scrubbed and barbered.'' He was that and much more. A loving husband and father, he and my mom Mary made their home on E. 57th St. for more than 50 years. During WW II Dad served in the Army signal corps; he spent his career in sales and marketing. Known for his quick wit, he loved to make people laugh. He excelled on both the piano and the backgammon board. Dad moved to Florida after mom died in 1991. There he was blessed with two special relationships: one with his caretaker Patty Brigham, the daughter he never had, and one with Marge Bazin, the romance of his final years. He is survived by my wife Kathie and me (Mike), his brother Chick, his grandchildren Lisa, Pam, Amy and Brian and his great grandchildren Kevin, Ashley and Brian. A future service will be held in NYC. Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. Rosenblatt, Leonard ROSENBLATT Leonard. Died November 24, 2004. Distinguished attorney with practices in New Jersey and New York, and former Assistant U.S. Attorney, Eastern District of New York. Loving father of Abigail and Theodore, and brother of Mark and Philip. Graveside service held on November 26, 2004 at Beth Israel Cemetery, Wood bridge, N.J. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Union County Torah Center, 418 Central Ave, POB 2245, Westfield, N.J. 07091. Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. Saslow, Ethel SASLOW-Ethel. Of Palm Beach, FL on November 19, 2004. Beautiful, beloved wife of Max, mother of Carl and mother-in-law of Joan Mary, grandmother of Rebecca and Caryn, sister of the late Sol Reiman, sister-in-law of Ruth and Sol Kroll, Margie and Seymour Saslow, Helen and the late George Saslow and Blanche Reiman. Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. Scialo, Joseph Vincent SCIALO-Joseph Vincent. November 20, 2004 at age 69. Beloved Domestic Partner of Charlie Rice. Adoring brother of Caroline Mazza & Vincenza Perino. Born July 2, 1935, he grew up in New York's Little Italy. In 1970 he purchased a small restaurant in Cherry Grove, Fire Island where he found his life's work. He named this restaurant The Monster and continued the success in Key West & to the current location in Greenwich Village. His easy sense of humor and vitality made him a persuasive force, an effective and much loved businessman. After a distinguished career lasting 34 years, there is no doubt that the L.G.B.T. & Straight community has lost one of its brightest lights. Joe died at home due to complications from Emphysema and sudden heart failure. A Celebration of his life will be held at the Manhattan Monster, December 5, 2004 between 1 and 4PM. In lieu of flowers to Joe's memory please make contributions to a special place he loved, Dunes Fund Cherry Grove Fire Island (Dunes Fund, Inc., P. O. Box 4141, Cherry Grove, New York 11782). Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. Sternberg, Edwin STERNBERG Edwin. Age 74. Formerly of New York. Loving husband to Jane (nee Shacknow). Adoring father of Jill Swenson (Bonny Adams) and Bill (Manon) Sternberg. Proud and loving Grandpa to Katrina Swenson and Noah and Emma Sternberg. Many other loving relatives and dear friends. Funeral services Tuesday in Minneapolis. Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004. Wood, Charlotte Elizabeth (Memoriam) WOOD-Charlotte Elizabeth July 31, 1968 Thanksgiving Day, 2002 ``My head popped up into space and I no longer saw the earthly things of trees and plants, but the heavenly things of stars and space & mystical magic. I stayed there in my dreams from that moment on. No matter how hard & fast reality tried to catch me, I always managed to return to heaven in my dreams if only for a second.'' Charlotte, New York, Summer 2000 And, lovely one, rest assured that never, not even for a moment, are you not in our thoughts and in our dreams. Your father, your mother and your brother Published in the New York Times on 11/28/2004.