OBITS: The New York Times 24 Oct 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 Cooney, John M. COONEY-John M. ``Jack.'' Jack passed away on October 21, 2004 in Louisville, KY, where he resided since June 2003. Born in Woodlawn, NY, he relocated to Ardsley, NY in 1950 and many years later moved to the Princeton/ Cranbury area in New Jersey. He was a long time manager with AT&T and attended Columbia University. Jack was past Commander of Woodlawn Memorial Post, American Legion, having served with the 97th Division in World War II. He was also President of the Ardsley Republican Club, member of the Planning Board and manager of the Lions Little League team in that village for six years. An avid golfer, he was a member of the Princeton Meadows, Clearbrook and Cranbury Golf Clubs over a period of twenty seven years. Jack luckily had two ``holes in one'' and played frequently into his 93rd year. Predeceased by his loving wife Loretta, parents Sarah and Matthew, brother Dennis and sister Jane, Jack is survived by two wonderful sons, John M., Jr. (wife Sandra) and Robert F. (wife Lotte). Also by two adorable grandchildren, Christine and John III. Mass of Resurrection will be held in the Chapel at the Franciscan Health Care Center in Louisville on October 25th. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Franciscan Health Care Center, 3625 Fern Valley Road, Louisville, KY 40219. For more information, Ratterman and Sons Funeral Home, Louisville, KY 40218. 502-459-3800. Published in the New York Times from 10/24/2004 - 10/25/2004. Kennedy, Charles Francis KENNEDY-Charles Francis. On October 20, 2004. An extraordinary man whose life's passions were fulfilled as a naturalist, wildlife photographer, artisan and poet. He was a volunteer at the American Museum of Natural History, member of the Woodlands Advisory Board of Central Park, creator of the park's Butterfly Garden, as well as a champion for the red-tailed hawk known as Pale Male. Survived by a brother, Larry Kennedy, and sister-in-law, Patricia, five nieces and nephews, eight grand-nieces and nephews, longtime companion, Marsinay Smith, as well as a great number of devoted friends. Contributions in his memory may be sent to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's Playroom, the Raptor Trust in Millington, NJ, or the Butterfly Conservatory at the AMNH, 79th St. and Central Park West. lo06008264.tif logo Published in the New York Times from 10/23/2004 - 10/24/2004. Miller, Steven Z. MILLER-Steven Z. The faculty, staff and students of Columbia University Medical Center mourn the tragic loss of our friend and colleague, Dr. Steven Miller. A much beloved teacher and member of the pediatrics faculty since 1993, he was honored with numerous prestigious awards for his exceptional teaching skills, including the Columbia University Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching. His students at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (P&S) named him Teacher of the Year on numerous occasions. He was named Arnold P. Gold Associate Professor at P&S in recognition of his contributions to humanism in medicine. Dr. Miller graduated from Columbia College in 1980 and from P&S in 1984. Dr Miller was a dedicated, caring and thoughtful educator and pediatrician. Our deepest condolences go out to his wife, Dodi Meyer, M.D., assistant clinical professor of pediatrics at P&S, his children, his family and all who knew and loved him. Services will be Sunday, October 24, at 11 AM, at Congregation B'nai Jeshurun, 257 W. 88th St at West End Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Steven Z. Miller Family Fund, c/o The Meyer Family, 133 W. 81st St, NY NY 10024. Gerald Fischbach, M.D., EVP Columbia Univ. Medical Ctr. Published in the New York Times on 10/24/2004. Patsuris, Mary B. PATSURIS-Mary B., on October 19th. She was 74. Beloved daughter of the late John and Katina Bardasis. Dear cousin of relatives in Greece. Mary had a love for Native American Art. Her greatest accomplishment was educating children for many years in the NYC school system. Reposing Riverdale Funeral Home, 5044 Broadway at 214 St., NYC, Monday 10-11 AM. Service 11:30 AM. Interment Pinelawn Memorial Park, Farmingdale, NY. Published in the New York Times on 10/24/2004. Reynolds, James Thompson REYNOLDS-James Thompson. Died at his home in Bonita Springs, FL, on Wednesday, October 20th, 2004. He was 69. Reynolds graduated from Xenia (Ohio) High School and went on to Princeton University (1957). He was a member of Baltusrol Golf Club, Springfield, NJ. James, known as Jim, began his career at Bankers Trust Company in 1961, following three years of service in the US Navy, where he achieved the rank of lieutenant. He then went on to become a member of the New York Stock Exchange as an independent floor broker until his retirement in 1995. He is survived by his wife Carol and his sons, James Jr. and Philip, their wives, Laura and Kirsten, and six grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to ``The Princeton '57 Classmates Fund,'' c/o Shep Davis, 401 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 1002, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Published in the New York Times on 10/24/2004.