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LOUIS GERSTNER Obituary

GERSTNER--Louis V., III, passed away on August 14, 2013 at the age of 41 after a choking incident while dining in a restaurant. Beloved father of Grace and Olivia, he was the President of the Gerstner Family Foundation. A graduate of St. Paul's School, Princeton University and Columbia Business School, he dedicated much of his adult life to providing educational opportunities to underprivileged children. In addition to his children, he is survived by his sister, Dr. Elizabeth Gerstner and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis V. Gerstner, Jr.

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Published by New York Times on Aug. 20, 2013.

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Carolyn Robinson

August 14, 2021

Remembering your son fondly.

Gustavo Corral

September 18, 2013

I'm sorry for your loss. Louis was doing a lot of good work for NYC. He'll be remembered

September 14, 2013

Dear Lou, I think of you often and never more so than after reading of your loss. My deepest sympathy.
Bob Durso Class of 1959

Judy Eckart (Richnak)

September 8, 2013

Dearest Mr. and Mrs. Gerstner, my Husband Dan and I happened upon Louis's obit on line. I was devistated to hear the news of your loss. It has been a very long time since our last contact. The memories I have living with your family have been some of my favorite. I loved the children so much when they were in my care. It may have only been one year but it has always been one of my favorite. I now have three grown children of my own and I can't imagine what you must be going through. Please know how deeply sorry I am for your loss. You are in my thoughts and Prayers. Sincerely Judy (Richnak)Eckart

Pam Donato-Hustis

August 27, 2013

Mr & Mrs. Gerstner,
I'm truly so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. While you might not know me, we share much. I'm a 32 year IBM veteran, but I'm also a mother who's recently lost her son. My 22 year old son, Christopher, died in a car accident in February, 2013. Its not easy, and it's not something you get used to. It's just something you deal with as you learn how to live with your newly transformed life without your son. Regardless of how old we are when we lose a child, or how old/young that child is...the lost is still inexplicably unfathomable. I pray you and your family find solice in your support network and that God helps and guide you through this very difficult time. God bless Lewis and all of you.

Daniel Peterson

August 26, 2013

Dear Lou, Robin & Lou's Jr. Family:
Lou read about Lou Jr.passing. My family and I want to send our condolences to your and your entire family. Lou Jr. was a nice boy, getting to know it while driving him was a pleasure. Again, I am so sorry for your loss, I know what you are going through. My prayers are with you and your entire family.
Dan Peterson and Family

August 26, 2013

Dear Lou, Robin, & Lou Jr's Wife And Family:

Lou, I read about Lou Jr's passing. My Family and I want to send our condolences to you and your entire family. Lou Jr, was a nice boy growing up getting to know him while driving him was a pleasure. Again, I am so sorry for your loss,I know what your are going through, my prayers are with you and your entire family.

Dan Peterson,& family

Danny Kahn

August 23, 2013

Sincerest condolences to Robin, Lou and family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With warmest regards,
Nancy & Danny Kahn

linda lacher

August 23, 2013

I send deepest sympathies ... I worked with his dad at American Express and just had the sad emptiness when reading today's NYTimes notice. It is difficult for a parent ot loose their children. Peace, my prayers wre with extended family. linda lacher, plantation, fl

August 23, 2013

I met your dear son at Princeton's graduation. What a delightful person. My family is saddened by his death. We will surround you with prayers. Lovingly Ben Huneke's Aunt Carolyn and family

August 22, 2013

So sorry for your monumental loss.

Joe Schrank

August 21, 2013

Louis was one of the most kind hearted people I knew. Generous and funny. I will deeply miss him and am very sorry for the loss for his children, sister, and parents.

Harri Taranto

August 20, 2013

Deeply saddened by your loss.

David Thomas Clephane

August 20, 2013

What a tragic loss of a prince of a man...I still have cherished memories of Louis from our Greenwich Country Day school days...RIP

Roger Stavis

August 20, 2013

I was very sorry to learn of the untimely death of Louis. I met him a few years ago and while I haven't seen him in recent years he impressed me as a truly nice guy and a great father. My condolences to his family.

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