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Peter Berle Obituary

BERLE--Peter A. A., died November 1, 2007 in the Berkshires. He was an environmentalist, public servant, lawyer and farmer. He served as a NYC Assemblyman, Commissioner of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and as President of the National Audubon Society. He also founded the nations first environmental law firm, Berle, Butzel and Kass. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Lila, his children Dolf, Mary, Beatrice and Robert, and 13 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to the Stockbridge Land Trust and the National Audubon Society. Donations may be sent to Kelly Funeral Home, 3 Main St., Lee, MA 01238. Phone: 413-243-0204. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul's Church in Stockbridge, MA on Saturday, November 10 at 11am.

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 5, 2007.

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Robert SanGeorge

November 8, 2007

Dear Lila & Family,

What I will always treasure most about Peter was his unwavering commitment to do the right thing. Indeed, he had more personal integrity than anyone with whom I have worked in the past three decades.

Many of us, including me, did not fully appreciate what a privilege it was to serve with him at Audubon until we went elsewhere. His life will always be a shining example to all of us.

M. Welsh

November 5, 2007

To Lila Berle & Family,
You are all in our prayers and thoughts. We got to know Peter when he became Commissioner of DEC in 1976. He was, by far, one of the most dedicated and hardworking Commissioners we have ever had. He was respected by many. He saved much of NYS's beautiful lands and was not afraid to take on big business. He'll be sorely missed by all he had touched, both family and friends. God bless you all. The Welshes

Constance Engle

November 5, 2007

How sad we are in the Class of 1954 of Friends Seminary to hear of the very untimely death of our classmate! Our deepest sympathy and condolences to all the family.
Connie Black Engle FS '54

Rick Werwaiss

November 5, 2007

Dear Lila and Berle Family members,

My thoughts and wishes are with you as you both mourn the loss of Peter and celebrate his amazing life.

Rick Werwaiss

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