SIDNEY-KNAFEL-Obituary

SIDNEY KNAFEL

New York, New York

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KNAFEL--Sidney R. Sidney R. Knafel, a major philanthropist in the fields of education, medical research, and the decorative arts, died on December 6 at home in Manhattan. He was 91 and died peacefully after a long illness, according to his wife, Londa Weisman. He was the leading American...

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Dear Londa and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Sid's passing. He was a man who seemed interested in everything, and we came together on Trees, plants, and gardens. He was a kind and thoughtful person, I am happy to have known him. Blessings in the days ahead.

We both send condolences. Sid was an unusual man in so many ways. He always had insightful thoughts about the world which made lives more interesting.

Dear Londa and Family, Thinking of you during this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing. Your new Vermont neighbors, Donna & Gene Lichtman

Sid was a tremendous role model for all of his fellow Harvard alumni. He will be missed.

Londa, You may not know my name but my husband Michael and I were neighbors of Sidney and Susan when they lived in Ardsley -on- Hudson. They so graciously invited us to a memorable weekend on Marthas's Vineyard and many dinners at their home. Sid was so very warm and encouraging to me as a porcelain ceramist. Although we lost track after the demise off both our spouses, I have and will aways continue to remember him as a tremendously vital and caring friend. My deepest condolences for your...