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Alison Greene Obituary
Alison E. Greene, died on 10/2 surrounded by her family. Daughter of the late Saul and Florence Greene; brother of the late Larry Greene; loving wife of Oren J. Teicher; devoted mother of Carrie & David, Jessica & Emily, Zachary and Anne; enthusiastic Nana of Franklin, Daniel, Maya and Lia; sister-in-law to Diana, Phyllis & Alvin; aunt, great-aunt; niece, and cousin to a large, loving extended family. Distinguished attorney, community leader, and political activist. Served as a Court Attorney Referee (Visiting Judge) in New York State Family Court; General Counsel to the New York State Senate; Director of Operation Assist of the Children's Health Fund; Executive Director, Westchester County Human Rights Commission; Regional Director, US Dept. of Health & Human Services; Attorney-in-Charge, Civil Division of Legal Aid Society of Westchester; and attorney in private practice. Passionate and long time leader in the campaigns of Bill & Hillary Clinton; former Chair, White Plains City Democratic Committee. Former Chair & Board Member of Bet Am Shalom Synagogue. World traveler; gourmet cook; film buff; gifted musician and singer; accomplished photographer; prolific Facebook user; clever & witty humorist; and a personality that filled rooms and made everyone laugh and feel special. Devoted friend to hundreds and hundreds. Services at 1pm on Oct. 3rd, Bet Am Shalom, White Plains, NY. Contributions in her honor either to Bet Am; or progressive candidate or cause of your choosing.
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John O´Donnell
September 27, 2022
Five years and I still think about her, that says something.
Lee Seiden
October 13, 2017
Your Honor
God bless you and your family. I had the pleasure of working with you during your time in Yonkers Family Court. Also enjoyed when we cooked Matzo Balls and other Jewish home cooking together. Will always cherish those days. So sad. God bless
Amy Rothstein
October 7, 2017
In this world gone mad, managing without Polly has been hard and weird, now you're in the same place. I'm so sorry. My advice is to avoid the news for a while.
October 7, 2017
Dear Oren, Carrie, David, Jessica, Emily, Zachary, Anne, Franklin, Daniel, Maya, Lia, Diana, Phyllis & Alvin:
My memories of Alison go back to my sisters' friendship with her, and the summer she worked at Paul's restaurant. She was the liveliest waitress we ever had, and the word "friendly" just doesn't cut it. At the end of the night, she would smile as wide as all of Monticello and shriek, as we counted them up together: "TIPS!" Losing her is, for my three sisters and me, like losing a fifth sister. It's going to be very hard for the rest of our lives. I'm so sorry for your loss of Alison. She was a very, very loved personality explosion with the world's biggest heart. -- Beth Buechler
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joe greene
October 5, 2017
fond memories from cousin joe and family.
you will be greatly missed
Tia Torch
October 4, 2017
Oren and family, so very sorry for your loss. Alison and I shared many fun memories as children since she lived down the street from me.
Sally Dedecker
October 4, 2017
Prayers to the family during these hard days. Know that their is joy in the life and legacy she leaves you.
Gloria Lazar
October 3, 2017
Oren,
Not only did Alison and I graduate from New Rochelle H.S.together, but today I realized our years together included elementary and junior high school. It was my great luck and joy to find her again 40 years later at Bet Am Shalom Synagogue where her singing and wit enriched my life and all those who knew her. Your loss is shared by those whose lives she enriched.
Jill and George Budzynski
October 3, 2017
To Alison in the ethereal hereafter, your brilliance shines on through your beloved children and grandchildren. Your gift of your daughter Jessica is loved and cherished by our family and especially by Greta, whose world changed through knowing her and you. Blessings abundant upon all who love you.
October 3, 2017
To her loving family. My deepest condolence. May our god of mercy. Bring peace and comfort to you. Mathew 5.4
Karen Emmerling
October 3, 2017
Orin,
My deepest condolences to you and yours. May your friends in the book community surround you with love at this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
Jan Eberlin Larkin
October 3, 2017
My words and thoughts feel inadequate in expressing my love and respect for Alison. She was a good and dear friend. I will miss her always. My love to Oren and family. She was an extraordinary light. Rest in peace, Ali.
Lisa Freund
October 3, 2017
My years spent on Purimspiel with Alison were so much fun! I'll never forget "Bagel" to the tune of "Day-oh". She lived life to the fullest.
Karen Trattner Norlander
October 2, 2017
It is with shock and great sadness that I just learned of Alison's passing. Until just recently she communicated regularly through social media on matters of great I mportance. My heartfelt condolences go out to you Orin and to all of Alison's other family members who were undoubtedly touched by her love , her laughter and her devotion. I will always remember Alison for her passion, her extraordinary intelligence, her humor and her determination and commitment to making this a better world. Alison will be sorely missed. May she Rest In Peace.
October 2, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Although your grief may seem unbearable, know that God wants to comfort you. Pour out your heart to him in prayer and experience the peace that only he can give. Jeremiah 29:11*
Barbara Peyton
October 2, 2017
Alison's first cousin Emily Spector, her four children Connie, Barbara, Larry and Doug, their children, and grandchildren send our deepest sympathy. We have so many fond memories of times spent together over the decades as well as recent chats and visits over the Internet. Her energy and passion will live on in all our hearts. And may cherished memories bring those closest to her and all who loved and admired her comfort and peace.
John Odonnell
October 2, 2017
We shared a lot of laughs in family court. You will be missed.
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