NEDERLANDER--Caren E. PhD. Caren Elaine Nederlander, PhD, of Michigan and New York, passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, surrounded by her husband Edwin B. Mishkin and her two sons, Robert Nederlander, Jr. and Eric Nederlander. Dr. Nederlander was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, and attended Mumford High School. She was a graduate of the University of Michigan, where she earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees. Caren became a clinical psychologist, licensed marriage counselor and a registered art therapist, conducting her practice for many years as the director of the Franklin Center for Behavior Change in Southfield, Michigan. Caren was also a photo artist, whose works have been exhibited at the United States Botanical Garden in Washington and across the country. Caren was married for twenty years to Robert Nederlander, Sr., a member of the Nederlander theater organization, and they have two sons. Caren later moved to New York City. In 2000, she met and married Mr. Mishkin, then a senior partner of the international law firm Cleary Gottlieb Steen and Hamilton LLP. Following her motto to "Live Life to the Fullest"-- which the couple had inscribed on the park bench at the Chess and Checkers Pavilion in Central Park that they dedicated to the Central Park Conservancy several years ago--the pair travelled the world for many years while also enjoying an active life in New York City as well as summers at their home in East Hampton. In addition to her two sons, Robert Jr. (Suzanne) and Eric (Nancy), Dr. Nederlander is survived by four grandchildren, Richard, William, Ava and Mira, and her sisters, Barbara Lieberman and Peggy Lowe. Caren was the daughter of the late Morris and Janet Berman.

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Published by New York Times on Apr. 28, 2022.

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Carrie Montgomery, Ph.D.

July 23, 2022

I have recently retired from my practice as a clinical psychologist and was looking up your mother's contact information to let her know. I was sad to find she has passed. I was the one who groomed Babe. I remember how she mentored me and had a wonderful and delightful presence. I became a clinical psychologist and was very influenced by your mother. I have many memories of Caren and if you would like to contact me, please feel free to [email protected]

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Arthur Beckenstein & John O'Rourke

May 5, 2022

We were so sad to hear of Caren's passing. Caren had such a zest for innovation and creativity and a joy in simple pleasures. She was enthusiastic, curious and eager to please. We will miss her as our neighbor and friend. We extend our sympathy to Ed and the family.

Donna Sweet Pereira

May 3, 2022

I worked for Caren in the late 90´s. She was one of the most energetic people I knew! She had a passion for travel, photography, gardening and life! I was sorry to learn of her passing, and send my condolences.

Linnea Smith

April 29, 2022

I was so sorry to learn of Caren's passing. She was always kind to me, and I know she lived life passionately, and had an incredibly full life.

Constance Breslin

April 28, 2022

Dear Ed - Sincere Condolences to you. Caren was indeed a creative smart and fun bridge player. So sorry for you loss I have
A beautiful landscape she did years ago in my home I treasure it!

Harry J. "Skip" Nederlander, Jr

April 28, 2022

My sincerest condolences for your loss.

Margie Hadar

April 27, 2022

I was shocked to read of Caren´s passing in today´s paper. She was an old friend and though we hadnt seen each other since before the pandemic, I always had fond memories of Caren.RIP dear friend!

jody kozlow & carol kozlow

April 27, 2022

We are so sorry to hear about your mother. She was so talented in so many ways. In fact, we were talking about her last week (no joke!) because my mom still has the sofas that your mom helped her pick out in the early 70s!! We send you our condolences.

Deirdre and Alan Osofsky

April 27, 2022

Dear Ed and family,
So sorry for your loss. Caren always had something clever, interesting and fun to share. She was a caring inquisitive person. May her memory be a blessing.
Deepest sympathies,
Alan & Deirdre Osofsky

Alan & Joan Klutch

April 27, 2022

Please accept our condolences, we have many happy memories of Karen.

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