Today's Obituaries and Guest Books

ACKERMAN--Thomas, on May 18, 2013. Survived by Doris, the love of his life and wife of 69 years, children Laura and Tim, daughter-in-law Dana, and grandchildren Marissa, Connor and Ian. Predeceased by son Gerry. Tom's passing is also mourned by friends of all ages, from all walks of life, who will cherish the memory of this generous and gentle man. The family will welcome visitors at their home on Saturday, May 25 between 12 and 5 to share memories.

BIENER--Phyllis (nee Axelrod), 91, of Roslyn, NY, Great Barrington, MA, Palm Beach, FL. Devoted wife of Martin for 69 years. Wonderful mother of Carol and Stanley Weinstock, Margie, Robert, Sara and RuRu Biener. Treasured Nanny of Jason and Lora Weinstock, Caryn and Matt Leingang, Andrew and Jara Weinstock, Patrea and Marica Honychurch. Proud great-grandmother of Jakob, Sasha, Amelia, Miles and Micah. Sister of Marvin and Buzzy Axelrod, Arlene and the late Jerry Axelrod. Sister in law of Elaine Wolf, Esther and Seymour Birnbaum. Her elegance, courage and strength was matched only by her boundless love and generosity. She was an extraordinary human being and will be in our hearts forever. Funeral services will be held at Temple Sinai of Roslyn on Thursday at 1pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to Temple Sinai, 425 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577.

CHOLOWSKY--Kelly Ann, on May 20, 2013. Founder and proprietor of Emily Sky Boutiques. Beloved wife of Michael, devoted mother of Peter, Michael, Emily and Isabella. Adored daughter of John and Patricia McLaughlin. Dear sister of Dawn, Trish and the late Timothy. She will also be dearly missed by her extended family and many friends. Friends may call Wednesday and Thursday, May 22 and 23, 2013 from 2-5 and 7-9pm at Frank E. Campbell The Funeral Chapel, Madison Ave. at 81 St. Funeral mass Friday, 10 am at Church of the Blessed Sacrament, 152 West 71 St. Burial St. Charles Cemetery.

DARROW--Peter V. The lawyers and staff of DLA Piper mourn the passing of our partner, colleague and friend, Peter V. Darrow. He died on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in New York City. Peter was widely recognized as one of the country's top finance and securities lawyers, with a particular emphasis on Latin America and other emerging markets. But beyond his consummate skills as a legal practitioner and business advisor, he was a leader and mentor to so many at DLA Piper and before, for many years, as a partner at Mayer Brown. In addition, he elevated his profession through his involvement in pro bono work, including serving as chair of The Cambodia Trust, a provider of medical relief and rehabilitation support for landmine victims in Cambodia, an officer and board member of the Trinity College, Oxford Society, and a board member of Everybody Wins!, a national literacy and mentoring nonprofit organization. Peter was a man of integrity, intelligence, kindness and professionalism. He has touched many lives in his journey of service to his colleagues, clients and his community. He will be sorely missed. We send our deepest sympathies and condolences to his family, friends and colleagues around the world. - DLA Piper

DARROW--Peter V., of New York and Sag Harbor passed away peacefully on May 19, 2013 surrounded by family and close friends. He was 62. During a 35-year career as a corporate lawyer, Peter was a partner in two law firms - Mayer Brown and, most recently, DLA Piper. While based in New York, Peter traveled extensively to Mexico and Latin America, handling complex debt financing involving some of the largest companies in the region. Peter was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Peter and Charlotte Noble Darrow. Peter was a graduate of Columbia College and earned a masters degree from Trinity College, Oxford. In 1978 he graduated from the University of Michigan Law School. Peter was President of the Columbia College chapter of Alpha Delta Phi fraternity, his beloved "AD", and through his leadership, the chapter's alumni group acquired the AD house from Columbia in the 1990's. Peter was especially proud of this achievement because he believed that it would put the Columbia Chapter of AD on sound financial footing for generations to come. Peter also maintained close ties with friends from Trinity College, Oxford and helped them expand the Cambodia Trust, a charity that maintains rural clinics in Cambodia that provide free artificial limbs to those maimed by land mines. At the time of his death, Peter was chairman of the board of the Cambodia Trust. Peter was also on the board of Everybody Wins, an organization dedicated to promoting children's literacy, and once a week for many years he read to elementary school children during lunchtime. After their mother died of cancer in 2001, Peter and his brother Duncan Darrow established Fighting Chance, a free of charge cancer resource center for residents on the East End of Long Island. Peter was passionate about rowing, and among his oldest friends are members of the Columbia lightweight rowing team that began rowing together in 1968. Thirty years later, Peter organized a team reunion to compete in the Head of the Charles Regatta in Cambridge, MA, a tradition they maintained for several years. Last year, thanks to the great generosity of friends, family and team members, Peter raised funds to purchase a state-of-the-art rowing shell for Columbia's women's crew team. He christened it the "Denise V. Seegal" in honor of his wife. Peter is survived by his beloved wife Denise and two children from a former marriage; a daughter, Meredith, of New York and Los Angeles and a son, Peter, a student in Boston. He is also survived by his devoted brother Duncan and Duncan's wife Wendy. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to: Fighting Chance - Free Cancer Counseling Center, Box 1358, Sag Harbor, NY 11963. A memorial service is scheduled for May 29, 2013 at All Souls Unitarian Church, 1157 Lexington Avenue (at 80th street) at 4:00pm.

FORREST--Gerald, age 94, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2013. Born in Berlin, Germany on July 12, 1918 to Leopold and Else Feigenbaum, they were forced to leave Germany in 1933 due to rise of the Nazi Party. He is survived by his beloved wife of more than 67 years, Esther Miriam Forrest. Gerald (Jerry) and his brother Henry (now deceased) left by bicycle, while their parents left by train, reuniting with long time friends, the Brodu family, in Paris. From there, they traveled to Scotland, where Jerry learned English. As his parents emigrated to the US, Jerry went to live in the Palestine Protectorate on a moshav near Gedera. In 1939, Jerry once more reunited with his parents in New York, where he enlisted in the US Army and was quickly inducted into US Army Combat Intelligence. He trained, among many other Europeans at Camp Ritchie, MD, becoming one of the famed "Ritchie Boys" who interrogated prisoners of war. He then returned to England with the other Ritchie Boys for the upcoming invasion. On June 6, 1944 he landed on Utah Beach, and made his way across Europe with the 10th Armored Division. Campaigns included the Battle of the Bulge, and in the liberation of the Dachau Concentration Camp near Munich at the end of the war. Recognition for his contributions included the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Returning to the US at the end of the war in Europe, he rejoined his family in Los Angeles to work in the family business, Forrest Industries, and to marry Esther Carpe. He spent nearly the rest of his life in LA, working in the aerospace industry and helping to raise their two sons, Mike and Steve. In the early 1980s, he returned to Israel, working to repair tanks for the Israeli Defense Forces. On his return to the US, he started a woodworking and furniture making business that he maintained successfully until his retirement. His greatest gift to his family was his love of them, followed by his passion for the mountains which he successfully passed on to his sons. Jerry had a huge personality, filled with humanity, humor, intelligence and caring. He was one of those rare people that, once met, was unforgettable. He will be sadly missed by his wife, his children Michael (Jaque), Stephen (Rosamund), his grandchildren Jessica (Adam Pignatelli), Aaron (Yasmin Vobis), and Timothy, and his great grandson Ethan Forrest Pignatelli. He loved them all, and played a major role in all of their lives as the pillar of the Forrest family.

FRANK--Beverly. The Board of Directors and staff of Wave Hill mourn the passing of Beverly Frank, a devoted friend for many years. A gardener herself, she adored the artistry and talent of Wave Hill's horticulturists, and championed their efforts to the world, supporting many projects that placed their talents in the spotlight. She served on Wave Hill's Friends of Horticulture Committee and the Board of Directors for over 20 years. A chance encounter with Marco Polo Stufano, Wave Hill's founding Director of Horticulture, over poppy seeds, began a long friendship and collaboration. She often shared her passion for her own garden in Connecticut with friends, colleagues and other accomplished gardeners. We will dearly miss her insight, humor, enthusiasm for everything at Wave Hill and, most of all, her friendship. Board of Directors, Wave Hill 
Cathy Marks Weinroth, Chair 
Claudia Bonn, President & Executive Director 
Scott Canning, Director of Horticulture

KEARNEY--Lee Froehlich. 93, of Clearwater, FL passed away May 20, 2013. Holocaust survivor. Born on February 4, 1920 in Berlin, Germany. Graduated from Hartwick College and Colby College. Retired Stock Analyst at Lehman Bros. Predeceased by husband Paul Kearney and daughter Marcia Kearney. Survived by two daughters, three granddaughters and four great-grandsons. Service will be private. Love you Mom, Marilee Bleetstein.

KLEIN--Maryellen. June 23, 1944; died May 18, 2013. Beloved sister of Bill and Jane. Creative, goodhearted, a devoted friend and good mother to her dogs...who are all there waiting for her. She will be missed by all.

LARDNER--Sister Theresa OP (Blauvelt). Formerly Sister Mary Brian, member of the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Blauvelt, NY for the past fifty eight years, died peacefully on Monday, May 20, 2013. Sister Theresa "Tecie" was born to Thomas J. Lardner and Mary Ann Morgan on March 14, 1938. In addition to her religious congregation, Sr. Theresa is survived by her sisters, Nancy Hynes, Rita Sullivan, Sr. Patricia Lardner, OP and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Catherine Waters. Wake, Wednesday, May 22 from 3-8pm Saint Dominic's Convent; Mass of Christian Burial and Interment, Thursday, May 23 at 10:30am Main Chapel of the Sisters of Saint Dominic 496 Western Highway, Blauvelt, NY 10913.