Andrea Saltzman

I just sadly learned of Andrea's passing. We didn't see each other that often, but whenever we did it seemed as if no time had passed at all. We knew each other since 1968. We were "twins": we shared the exact same birthdate--June 15, 1946--and it seemed as if we had some kind of mystical connection because of it. Completely independently, we wound up going to the same law school, both spent most of our lives in Berkeley, both became Public Defenders, both had careers focused on social...

I sit on Andrea´s bench at the zoo, look at the giraffes, and honor her wit, spirit, generosity, and integrity. And giraffes and all the tall people in my life.

I was fortunate to have known both Andrea and her future husband Rick when we were all law students together at Boalt Hall. I fondly remember Andrea as a brilliant woman with a great sense of humor and commitment to social justice. My sincere condolences to Rick.

Andrea was part of a group of high achievers I managed to infiltrate in the late 1960s. Over the years, when we'd periodically run into each other around town or at social events. it was always a delight. Her smile, sense of humor and magnanimous spirit never failed to brighten my day.
I just heard of Andrea's passing yesterday and searching for our recent connections through my saved emails reminded me of her attendance at my 70th birthday and my attendance at hers in 2016. And, not...

Impossible to believe we will no longer see Andrea at Bryn Mawr book club meetings! What an amazing woman; I didn't know the half of it. Condolences to the family.

Andrea was a great friend and mentor. We had such fun at the League, book club and other adventures. And the giraffe gathering and transporting! I miss her. Virtual hugs to Rick and Ruth.

Andrea was indeed a force of nature and also a most generous, kind, and intelligent person. Despite all her health challenges, she was always a positive presence, with a smile, interest in others, and something of value to share. She was inspirational in her ability to share her medical progress without ever wallowingas steps in a journey rather than as a military battle.

She loved travel and gave excellent recommendations for places to visit. Just a very few months ago, I asked...

I've known Andrea for 36 years starting from when I babysat Ruth as an infant. She was one of a kind and I was very sorry to hear that she passed away. Ruth and Rick, I hope you're doing okay.

I have great memories working on appellate projects with Andrea at my old firm, Meyers Nave. She was diligent, smart, opinionated and did not hesitate to speak her mind. RIP Andrea and much love to the family.