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GRIMMELMANN--Ihler, born April 2, 1922, died November 10, 2014. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Frances, by his children, Erik (Louise Gikow) and Ellen (Moshe Adler), and by his half-brother Frank. Predeceased by daughter Lisa Bidwell and by his sib-

lings Dorothy, Ann, and Karl. Much loved grandfather of James (Aislinn Black), Rachel, and Lily. Great-grandfather of Beatrice. Graduate of Middlebury College (1943) and Columbia University's Teachers College (1948). Worked as a child psychologist in White Plains, NY as well as with Head Start and in early childhood education. Among his happiest times were his sailing years on "Tranquillity" with Frances. Thank you to Emy, Alice, Lulu, and Ouli. Anyone who wishes to make a memorial contribution should consider Amnesty International, the Vera Institute of Justice, or The New Press. The family may be reached at: [email protected]

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 16, 2014.

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November 17, 2014

May God comfort the family and friends during this time of sadness.

Sally (Deuschle) Berger

November 17, 2014

My most sincere condolences to the Grimmelmann Family. I have very fond memories of Ihler and the time our family spent a lovely afternoon on the boat. He was a wonderful colleague and friend to my father. He will be missed by all who knew him.

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