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Theodore Max Lilienthal

Novato, California

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Theodore (Ted) Max Lilienthal A fourth-generation San Franciscan from one of the Bay Area's oldest families, died of cancer on December 28, 2009 at his home in Smith Ranch in San Rafael. He was surrounded by his loving family, and died two weeks prior to his 98th birthday. Ted was born in 1912...

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Dear Wendy, Peggy, Tom, and Vicky:

Manette and I were sorry to hear of Ted’s death. Ted was among an ever-shrinking group of people I can honestly say I knew my entire life. Ted was our cousin by chance—our close friend by choice. I know my dad and mom thought of Ted and Wendy as dearest friends. Wendy I am so sorry. We seldom spoke of Ted or seldom spoke of Wendy—our cousins and friends were always Ted and Wendy.

Love and peace.

We will all miss Ted and his zest for life. I really enjoyed his stories, conversations and life lessons he shared with me during our time together at KQED. He was truly a "renaissance man" who loved people, his work and life's challenges. I am honored to have been his friend.

I am sorry for the loss of your father Mr. Lilienthal. My sister Brooke let us know of his passing. I deeply regret not knowing this side of our family, I went to two or three family reunions in San Rafael (once with my grandparents Harold and Alyse Mack). The family history is very impressive. Sincerely

Dear Wendy, Peggy, Vicky, Tom,
I am flooded with memories of Ted and all of you for the last 50 some years. All good, all special. What a wonderful life Ted had. I'm glad and privileged to have known him and you, his family.
Please accept my deepest sympathy. It is a great loss even looking at his long, fruitful and wonderful life.

Dear Peggy, Thanks for sharing the incredible story of your father's life with me. I feel honored to have heard about how he lived and what he treasured. What incredible memories you must have. Take care.

Peggy,

We extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family on your loss.

Dear Peggy, I was so sorry to learn of your dad's death. The obituary was a beautiful tribute to him. My thoughts drift back to our school days and the many rides he gave us in his cool Ford Mustang with the porthole. I loved his energy and always thought you were fortunate to have him as your dad. My prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Tom and Vickie,

We're saddened by your father's passing. His positive spirit will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Dear Wendy and Peggy, We were so sorry to read about Ted's passing. He had a wonderful life and loved all of you. We have fond memories of coming to the Sleepy Hollow house to swim and play with the dogs when our son, Chris, and Jennifer were babies (Peggy and I went through Childbirth classes together)...and seeing all the wonderful art projects that were in progress. We also enjoyed our family trips to Sea Drift and Tahoe with the Lindens. Thinking of all of you, Sasha& Family