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Leon Lidofsky Obituary
Age: 91 • Shelburne, VT
Leon Lidofsky died on 12 September 2016 in Shelburne, VT. He was born in Norwich CT on 8 November 1924 to Philip and Anna Lidofsky. Following service in the United States Navy during World War II, he completed his undergraduate education at Tufts University and pursued graduate studies at Columbia University. After receipt of his Ph.D., he joined the Columbia faculty, where he had a long and distinguished career in Nuclear Science. His passion for learning was matched by his patience for those who may not have shared his gifts of brilliance. In recognition of his achievements, he received the Columbia University Great Teacher Award in 1988. He moved in 2011 to Vermont with his wife Eleanor, to whom he was married for 66 years. He is predeceased by his wife Eleanor, and sisters Sarah Beane, Celia Greenberg, and Ida Lacy. He is survived by sons Bart Lidofsky (wife Michele) of New Milford, NJ and Steven Lidofsky (wife Elisabeth Barfod) of South Burlington, VT, and grandchildren Anna Lidofsky and Benjamin Lidofsky, who reside, respectively, in South Burlington, VT and Columbus, OH. In addition to his family, he leaves behind a community of friends in New York City, Woodstock, NY, and at the Residence at Shelburne Bay. He has touched the lives of generations of students, and he will be missed deeply. A memorial gathering is planned for the spring of 2017. Arrangements are by Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Directors.
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Anastasios P. Mironidis, Ph.D.
March 4, 2024
I cannot find adequate words to describe the late Professor Leon Lidofsky. He was a kind and humble individual who consistently took the time to explain even the most complex concepts, such as particle transport, with remarkable simplicity. His approachability and unwavering patience left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of learning from him. Thank you so much Professor, I will never forget you and Mrs. Eleanor Lidofsky. Your guidance and kindness have made a lasting impact on me.
Henry Lichtenstein
December 23, 2016
Prof. Lidofsky was my thesis advisor in the late 1960s. Lee was an important influence in both my professional career and in my personal life. I will always remember him as a brilliant scientist, a caring individual, and a gentle giver of wisdom.
Henry Lichtenstein
December 23, 2016
Barbara Ferdinand
September 19, 2016
I have had the pleasure of knowing Leon only in recent years and wish to send my sincere condolences to his family.
Alan Rice
September 18, 2016
Lee was a marvelous mentor, a milestone in my life and for whom I retain a great fondness.He served to guide N.E. through a transition that has yielded APAM, essentially saving the core of N.E. Ironically, renewed interest in nuclear power has exploded; this to abate the atmospheric carbon load. The Molten Salt Reactor (MSR) has risen to the fore in these interests; especially in China, India. The MSR concept was also studied in N.E. Leon's passing closes a sginificant chapter in the history of the Engineering School.
Carl Gurtman
September 18, 2016
I thought about Professor Lidofsky just now, so searched for him on-line, and found he had died within the week. Coincidence?!
As a student at Columbia, B.S. '64, M.S. in Nuclear Engineering '65, I had many, many interactions with Professor Lidofsky. If it had not for him seeing the (well-hidden) promise in me, and his thoughtful and kindly encouragement & support, I never would have completed my degrees.
I was only one of many he mentored, and he was a high-point of being at Columbia. I extend my condolences to his family & many friends.
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