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KATHLEEN TALBERT Obituary

TALBERT--Kathleen Aletha, May 20, 1950-July 8, 2010 of New York City and Bethel, NY. Born in East Hampton, CT, she graduated from the Hartford Art School as a sculpture major in 1972. She utilized her art background as she expanded her career in the food and wine industry. After such varied stints as running her own bakery, working at Windows on the World and Hilton International, and Food and Wines from France, she founded Talbert Communications and built it into a respected PR firm with clients in wine and spirits, lifestyle, and entertainment. She leaves her partner of 27 years, Ruth Halligan; her sister, Lee of Austin, TX; a brother, Resden of Columbus, Ohio and a sister LuAnn, of Hartford, CT. A special thanks to people who have supported Kathleen and TalbertComm during this last year: Rachel, Amy, Liz, Michelle, Ana, Lacey, Erica, Ella and Avi. Thanks to Dr. Paula Klein and the team at St. Vincents Cancer Center for their compassion and care. Friends and family will gather on Wednesday, July 14, at Reddens Funeral Home, 325 West 14th Street, New York City, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm to share stories. No flowers. Donations in Kathleen's memory may be made to Living Beyond Breast Cancer, 354 West. Lancaster Avenue, Suite 224, Haverford, PA 19041.

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 11, 2010.

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Rebecca Chapa

February 8, 2011

So sorry to hear about this. Thank you to Kathleen for all I learned from her in a short time while working at Rubicon Estate. My love to her family and friends.

Veronica Williams and daughter, Bailey

Veronica Williams

January 6, 2011

Ruth,

I cannot thank you and Kathleen enough for teaching a southern chick to be a real New Yorker. She was my hero and my mentor. I am so glad we got a chance to email each other just before her passing. Please know that I think of you often and though I am just finding out that she is gone, if there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to call me. - Much Love, Veronica Williams (817) 307-9672 cell [email protected]

December 10, 2010

I did not know her very well but worked with her once a number of years ago Media Training the Chef du Cave of Pommery Champagne. Because of the language barrier I unexpectedly worked partly in French, which did not make her happy. She had very high standards and wanted him to hold his own only in English. I am very sorry for the loss and extend my condolences to her family and colleagues. Kayla Schwartz, Speech and Presentation Coach (NYC)

Kevin R Kosar

October 19, 2010

Kathleen was very kind to me. When I first got into writing about beverages, she reached out to me and brought me to events where I learned so much. She didn't need to do that, but she did. I miss her.

Carole Burns

September 3, 2010

I worked at Talbert Comm in 1999 for several years. I had an urge to look the company up and saw the obituary for Kathleen. It was such a shock. My condolences to Ruth and Kathleen's siblings.

Martha & David Bear Dallis

August 4, 2010

August 3, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to Kathleen's family, friends and colleagues. Kathleen was an amazing public relations professional, and dedicated leader for the AIWF NY Chapter.

Elin McCoy

July 21, 2010

My sympathy to Ruth and all at Talbert Communications whom I've known for such a long time. Kathleen was a very special pr person, whose wonderful spirit and perspective will be much missed by all wine journalists, and very much by me. I have so many good memories of Kathleen's help and kindness and was sorry I could not be at her memorial service.
Elin McCoy

Mary Ross

July 16, 2010

My sympathy to Kathleen's family, friends and colleagues. It was a pleasure to work with her and Talbert Communications. Her achievements will be remembered and her loss will be felt throughout our industry.

Lorraine Gaudet

July 15, 2010

Kathleen Talbert, the last of the good ol' Broads. I mean that with the upmost respect. I first met you when I started working at NCW. Way back... I learned so much from you. How to handle people, yes, even the pushy ones. You were the best! Peace be with you my dear friend. I will miss you always.

Lu Ann Talbert

July 12, 2010

For my sister Kathleen...
I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new,
I thought about you yesterday and days before that too.
I think of you in silence, I often speak your name,
All I have are memories and your picture in a frame.
Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part,
God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart.

Larry Stone

July 12, 2010

I first met Kathleen when she was at Food and Wines from France. She always had great ideas and even better execution of them. It has been a great gift to work with her for all these years. She has guided and enriched so many lives.

Kate Loewald

July 12, 2010

The Play Company sends condolences to Kathleen's family and circle of friends and co-workers. She was a generous patron of our theatre, The Play Company, and many other organizations. We were honored by her support and greatly enjoyed her company. We will always remember and admire her.

Kathleen, Ruth and Lee, Belize 2007

Lee Talbert

July 12, 2010

Lee Talbert

July 12, 2010

For my sister Kathleen:
The tide recedes but leaves behind
bright seashells on the sand.
The sun goes down, but gentle
warmth still lingers on the land.
The music stops, and yet it echoes
on in sweet refrains.....
For every joy that passes,
something beautiful remains.

Love always,
Your sister Lee

Liam Douglass

July 12, 2010

My deep sympathies to Ruth, Lee, LuAnn, Sonny and all those effected by the loss of Kathleen. May God bless and comfort you in this time of sorrow. You are all in my prayers.

Mara Farrell

July 12, 2010

I am very saddened to hear this news. I have such lovely memories of Kathleen, such a wonderful person and so talented. Mara Farrell

Steven Kolpan

July 11, 2010

With great admiration, respect, and love.

Denise Navarro

July 11, 2010

I am so sorry to hear this very very sad news ! I met Kathleen when she came to food and wines from france to replace me as I was leaving for France at sopexa's headquarters. she did a terrific job, a few years later, she left to head to French culinary institute where she excelled.
I am still living in Paris, france and just heard this awful news.
I am deeply saddened. To Ruth, may God help you in this terrible ordeal. Denise NAVARRO

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