Dorothy L. Swerdlove Dorothy was born January 4, 1928 in New York City to Louis and Belle Swerdlove, who have preceded her in death. She passed away at home on December 30, 2012. She was the youngest of three children and was preceded in death by her oldest brother Bob. She is survived by her brother, Chuck (Anne) Swerdlove of Tucson, AZ; nieces, Susan (John) Guetter, of Willcox, AZ and Tanya (Matt) Cuthbertson of Tucson; nephew, John (Lauren) Swerdlove of Tucson. She also is survived by grandniece, Talitha Cuthbertson and grandnephew, Isaac Cuthbertson, both of Tucson. She was a graduate of Swarthmore College and Columbia University. She worked at the Library of Congress, Congressional Reference Service as a research assistant, followed by work at Princeton University, Economics Division as a research assistant. Some of the highlights of her career at the New York Public Library include: Curator of the Billy Rose Theater Collection, President of the American Theater Library Association, and Vice President of the International Theater Library Association. When she retired from the New York Public Library she moved to Tucson, where she volunteered at the Reid Park Zoo, The Kirk-Bear Canyon Library and several local theater groups. Dorothy enjoyed visiting family and friends, traveling the world, reading, and animals. Her warm, generous nature and sharp wit will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Per her wishes there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice in her name.
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Dorothy was my mother´s first cousin (Joan Swerdlove Cooper). Before she retired in Tucson she lived in NYC and she and my mother went to many Broadway shows together and had many lunch dates with their first cousin Phyllis and Dorothy´s mother Belle. Additionally, Dorothy would come to our home and enjoy the backyard pool every summer in NJ. I will always remember her fondly. R.I.P.
Sherry Cooper Albanese
Family
December 31, 2022
I worked with Ms. Swerdlove at NYPL Lincoln Center Research Center as a Page. She was warm, caring, and nurturing to her staff. She was encouraging to me starting a career in art.
Malcom Sweet
March 3, 2013
On meeting Dorothy we became fast friends. My daughters wanted to adopt her as their "grandmother". Her quick wit would keep us laughing, she was delightful to be around. I will miss you Dorothy.
Barbara Richards
January 23, 2013
Fridays were the best at Kirk Bear Canyon Library because I got to work with Dorothy. She truly brightened one's day. It was a privilege to know her, and I miss her very much. Sue T.
January 17, 2013
Dotty was one of the first women I met at The Snarks, a NY theater group of which she was an active and engaging member. She always had a smile and was a joy to be around. I am privileged to have known her,
Angela Bowen
January 9, 2013
Dorothy was always cheerful and hard working. It made you feel good just to be around her. I knew her from the Outer Critics Circle. She was one of our longest serving members and was a vital force in making sure the organization ran smoothly.
Laura Deni
January 7, 2013
Dorothy was a wonderful, friendly person who I enjoyed talking with on Tuesday's at the Reid Park Zoo. I will miss her smile and happy greetings. Gloria, RPZS
January 7, 2013
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