SHEILA-KAMERMAN-Obituary

SHEILA KAMERMAN

New York, New York

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KAMERMAN--Sheila B., died June 19, 2024 at the age of 96, at her home in New York City, at the end of a long battle with Parkinson's. Sheila enjoyed a highly successful academic career and a fulfilling and loving family life. She was the beloved wife of the late Morton Kamerman, sister of Elaine...

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I just saw the news about Sheila. I worked with her and Al when I was at the Children's Defense Fund. She was a brilliant and caring friend and colleague. I think of her and her extra work often. Helen Blank

I just heard the sad news of Dr. Kamerman's passing. I was a student ('85) and remember her very fondly. She was brilliant, clear, and a kind human being. I was inspired by her accomplishments and she taught us to balance caring for the individual and seeing the big picture simultaneously. She and Dr. Kahn were unique. My condolences to her family.

Dr Kamerman was my MSW advisor and was a role model for what women could achieve. RIP

Sheila, a giant in the field of social work, was a long-standing member of the Board of Directors of ZERO TO THREE and in that capacity helped guide the organization through many challenges. She played a critical role in helping build our policy and advocacy capacities. She had a keen mind that was always able to cut through the obfuscations of others to get to the essence of disagreements and help resolve them. It was a pleasure to serve with her and under her direction. She will be dearly...

Farewell to a wonderful professor - Trudi Gunsberg CSSW `90

Sheila Kamerman was a relative by marriage and I was always in awe of her intelligence and commitment to the welfare of children and families.

Sheila Kammerman was a relative by marriage. I was always in awe of her knowledge and commitment to family welfare.

Sheila was a one-of-a-kind scholar. An icon, a colleague, mentor, and beloved friend, she was passionate about family and child welfare policy. Her research reached to all parts of the world. One of many admirers in Japan showed me his very much worn copy of one of her books. Sheila loved her family deeply and held all of them close. Sheila Brody Kamerman will be missed by those who knew and were honored to know and work with her. Wishing peace and rich, fond memories to her...