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Nancy Stapen Obituary

STAPEN, Nancy R. Age 57, of Brookline, formerly of New York City, NY, on Saturday, October 25, 2008. Nancy was born and raised in New York City, and attended the Ethical Culture-Fieldston Schools, graduating in 1968. She graduated from Brandeis University, magna cum laude in 1972 with a B.A. She was a revered Art Critic for the Boston area, reviewing for Art New England, The Boston Herald, The Boston Globe and Art News. She twice won the award for Distinguished Newspaper Art Criticism, given by Chemical Bank. She will be remembered and mourned for her spirit, intellect and her dedication to her daughters. Beloved wife of Ronald D. Lyberger. Loving mother of Sarah and Julia Lyberger, both of Brookline. Devoted daughter of Bernice Block of Manhattan, NY & the late Dr. Manuel Stapen. Dear sister of Anita Stapen & her husband Richard Granberg of Piedmont, CA and their children, Rachel and David. Mourned by many aunts, uncles and cousins of the Stapen and Lyberger families. Memorial Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Avenue, Boston, on Friday, October 31 at 11 AM. A reception will follow the Services at the Temple, parking available on the riverway. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. 30 Lyman Street, Suite 10, Westborough, MA 01581 or Oxfam America, P.O. Box 1211, Albert Lea, MN 56007-1211. . Levine Chapels, Brookline (617) 277-8300

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 29 to Oct. 30, 2008.

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Arthur Dion

October 31, 2008

All of us at Gallery NAGA are startled to learn of Nancy's death, and we send our sympathies to her family. Nancy was a sharp and demanding appreciator of contemporary art. Eliciting her favorable comment was an achievement. That challenge stimulated artists, dealers, and curators. She contributed to the ripening of the Boston visual arts community.

Miriam Macht

October 30, 2008

To
Ron and family,
I was saddened to hear about Nancy's passing. I met her
and connected with her through SEPAC, the Runkle School and at Temple Israel.
She was a great advocate for our kids, a wonderful and concerned mom, and she will be missed.

Your mail carrier Maria

October 30, 2008

Ron, Sarah and Julia,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I always ejoyed talking and laughing with nancy when she was pregnant with the girls and as the girls were growing up.. I will miss her.

Amy Davis

October 30, 2008

I was so sorry to hear about Nancy's death. Know that there are many people who care about you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with Ron, Sarah and Julia

Pattie Heyman

October 29, 2008

I am deeply deeply saddened to hear the news of Nancy's death. I was a very close friend of hers about 34 years ago, when she lived in Cambridge. I met her through her sister Anita, my friend from Carnegie Mellon. I have the fondest memories of my friendship with Nancy. She was a vibrant, very intelligent, warm and loyal friend with a huge smile and great sense of humor. We shared many meals, movies and a lot of talking and laughter. My sympathy extends to all of Nancy's family, and hope that maybe Anita can contact me while she is here.

Lisa Guisbond

October 29, 2008

I will remember Nancy for her humor in the face of life's obstacles, her warmth, wisdom and extraordinary love for her daughters Sarah and Julia. She will be greatly missed as a vibrant, generous member of the community. My heart goes out to Ron and the girls.

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