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Alan Friedman Obituary

FRIEDMAN--Alan G., 70, of Riverdale, NY, passed away on October 28, 2007, following a kidney transplant. A graduate of Horace Mann, Yale, and the University of Michigan Law School, he was a retired Associate General Counsel of Equitable. He enjoyed many years of a full life following a liver transplant in 1988. Collecting antiques, books, prints, and gardening were his passions. A loving and devoted husband and father, he is survived by his wife of 38 years, Carolyn Greenberg Friedman and three daughters, Wendy, Kathryn, and Amy. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 2, 11am at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel, 81st and Madison. The family will receive friends at home following the service on Friday from 3pm and Saturday from 11am. Donations in his memory may be made to Transplant Recipients International Organization, Manhattan Chapter, PO Box 122, Throggs Neck Station, Bronx, NY 10461.

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Published by New York Times from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2007.

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Cecile & Herb Lovit

November 15, 2007

WE didn't know Alan well; actually only saw him at TRIO annual dinner dance; yet, every year we were greeted by him as if we were long-time friends. He was a warm and gracious person and will be sorely missed by the TRIO family.

charlie Scanio

November 7, 2007

Although I never met Alan, I want to send my and my wifes condolences to his family. I received a liver transplant one year ago sept. Reading Alan's obituary and the wonderful things his friends said about him and the way he lived his life after transplant is truly an inspiration to me. I wish I met the man.

Drs. Sara & David Follett

November 2, 2007

Our condolences to Carolyn, the children and the rest of the family. Alan was a good and generous neighbor and an important member of the Fieldston community. He will be missed.

Eric Wong

November 2, 2007

My sympathies to Carolyn, Wendy, Kathryn and Amy. I knew Alan for 25 years. He will be missed greatly.

Ted Manger

October 31, 2007

On behalf of my family, I'd like to express our deepest sympathies to Carolyn, Wendy, Kathryn, and Amy.

Alan's easy smile and generous spirit always made us feel welcome even when time or geography kept us distant. I know his passion for life was an inspiration to all those who knew him. Our thoughts are with you.

Ted Manger

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