WARREN KAPLAN

Warren hired me straight out of college to be his secretary, starting in 1979, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. He was exacting but patient and always kind. I think of him often and remember those years with great affection.

We continue to miss Warren very much. He was my mentor and leader at Melrod, Redman and Gartlan and taught me much of what I value as a lawyer. He was a wonderful person and inspiration.

I learned of Warren's passing in the Washington Post. I knew him only briefly as a witness opposing the government's motion to dismiss the compulsory chapel case. My testimony helped dispose of that motion in Warren's favor. I was a young West Point grad who had already offended the Army by my opposition, and my testimony was viewed very dimly by the Army. My father and I had voluntarily arrived on short notice, and Warren was very helpful, kind, and generous, inviting us to spend the...

Dear Carolyn - we have just heard the very sad news - To you - and all who share your sorrow -we send our deepest sympathy and love -
Joy and Carl

My Dear Carolyn, i am truly saddened by this news. You and Warren were a truly beautiful couple and your happiness was evident. I think, honestly there are no words other than these: BARUCH DAYAN E'MET. (May His Memory Be As a Blessing).

I knew Warren as an ACLU volunteer who accomplished many great things. I'm sorry to learn of his death, and also sorry that I was away and unable to attend his funeral.
-- Art Spitzer, Legal Director, ACLU of DC

My deepest condolences to Warren's family. He was a wonderful person, and I will never forget him.

I was so saddened to hear the news of Warren's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, he was truly a wonderful man!

We are very saddened by Warren's passing. The world and the community have lost a good person. Our deepest sympathy.

Ann and Bruce Lane