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Andrea Bronfman Obituary

BRONFMAN-Andrea. The Wexner Foundation and its leadership communities mourn the untimely passing of one of the leading philanthropists in Jewish life, Andrea Bronfman. Andy embraced the ideals of the Jewish people, and her commitment to repairing the world was expressed in all of her work and known to the many she touched. We have lost a true friend, a wonderful colleague, and a remarkable leader. May her legacy continue, through Charles, her children, her grandchildren, and the many who benefited from her achievements. We are deeply saddened by her death, but will remain inspired by her life. Leslie and Abigail Wexner, Chairmen Larry Moses, President The Wexner Foundation

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 25, 2006.

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Stephanie Israel

January 28, 2006

To the Bronfman family,

We send you our deepest sympathies on this very tragic and sad passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. May she rest in peace in Israel.

Sincerely,

Stephanie and Ron Friedman

George Fisher

January 27, 2006

Dear Charles and Family,



I was very saddened to learn of the tragic loss of your wife Andrea. I knew Andrea for many many years, from the time she arrived here from England.



Please accept my condolences to you, her children, stepchildren and grandchildren.



May her memory be bound up among the bounds of eternal life.



Sincerely,

Hy Rissman

January 27, 2006

Dear Charles,

From Gail and myself, "young" old Seagram associates and friends, our sincerest sympathy on the tragic loss of Andrea. We pray that you know no further sorrow.

Marianne Posman-Wiegard

January 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Suzanne Fleischman

January 26, 2006

Dear Charles,



We were all so devastated when we heard about Andy.



Our thoughts are with. We send you are deepest sympathy and our love.



Roy, Linda and Suzanne Fleischman

Hannele Davidson

January 26, 2006

To Andrea Bronfman's Family,



My daughter, Kirsten, returned from a Birthright trip to Israel just this past month. The effect of Ms. Bronfman's speech at the Taglit Mega Event and the gift of the trip on my daughter was enormous. She returned from Israel describing Jerusalem as her home and Vancouver as her domicile! She wants so much more from herself to give to the community and world at large. With youth returning from the Birthright trips inspired to give back Andrea's gift will keep on giving. Thank you, Andrea, for your generosity, kindness and mentorship.

Muriel Kaplan

January 25, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to Charles,Tony,Pippa, Jeremy, and Kappy on the loss of a truly remarkable wife, mother, and sister.

Carol Levine

January 25, 2006

To the Bronfman, Cohen and Morrison families,

I had the opportunity of working with Andy on a number of projects in the early 70's while in the public relations department of Federation CJA (AJCS). I remember her unique spirit and vitality and this image is foremost in my mind on learning of her tragic passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Carol Levine

Lynn Green-Bennett

January 25, 2006

May all of the Bronfman, Cohen & Morrison family members find comfort together with those who mourn for Zion and Jerusalem. The worldwide Jewish community has lost a leader, benefactor & friend--many years before they should have. My deepest sympathies to all who are related or connected to her.

Erik Peters

January 25, 2006

Dear Mr. Bronfman, Theresa & I extend our sincere condolences to you at this time. An unsolicited act of thoughtfulness on Andy's part, as we prepared for our marriage back in 1989 in Montreal, will frame our memory of her always. She touched so many lives, in ways both simple & grand.

RITA COHEN

January 25, 2006

Dear CHARLES,

I would like to extend my deepest sympathy on such a sad loss to you and your entire Family.

carmen michaud

January 25, 2006

Dear Pippa,

So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Your love and admiration for her was always very evident. May you and your family be spared any further sorrow.

Your friend,

Carmen

Carlen Funk

January 25, 2006

Mr. Bronfman-



I cannot begin to express my sadness at hearing this news. As a recent Birthright Israel Alum, I know that you are a most kind and philanthropic man, and by no means deserving of such a tragedy. Thank you so much for your kindness, and know that my thoughts, as well as the thoughts of the entire Birthright Israel community, are with you and yours at this time of sorrow.



Sincerely,

Carlen Funk

BR-401

Fe and Walter Wolfe

January 25, 2006

To. Charles,jeremy,Pippa,Tony,Kappy,and all the family....We are deeply shocked at the tragic loss ofdear Andy....our thoughts and prayers areith you at this very sad time.



We wish you all long life..



Fe and Walter and family

Ann Manning

January 25, 2006

I know that Andy will be missed by so many people in so many walks of life. She has touched hearts in all corners of the world. May her memory be for a blessing for generations to come.

Cathy and Henry Winterstern

January 24, 2006

Our sincere condolances to all of you on the sudden passing of Andy. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you all at this terrible time.

Cathy and Henry Winterstern

J. P. Beauchamp

January 24, 2006

Being acquainted with Andrea's body of work, that had such a far reaching impact on elevating the human condition for the betterment of the deserving, I extend my condolences to the family. We have all lost an emissary. May her passing be an inspiration, for the rest of us to do more.

Lise Taub Segal

January 24, 2006

Dear Charles,

My thoughts are with you and the children at this very sad time. May you have no further sorrow in your lives. With my deepest sympathy.

Jack Lehman

January 24, 2006

Dear Charles,

What a terrible tradgedy, My Sympathy to you and your family

Sincerly, Jack Lehman

Jacques B. Langevin

January 24, 2006

Dear Charles,

Monique joins me in expressing to you and your family our heartfelt condolences and profound sympathy.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in these trying times. We were truly saddened to hear about the tragic passing of your beloved wife.

Sois assuré, cher Charles, de notre profonde et sincère amitié.

Monique et Jacques B. Langevin

Barbara Burko

January 24, 2006

Dear Charles,

Phil and I send our most deepest sympathies on the tragic loss of your dear Andy. May she rest in peace and you and your family have no further sorrows.

Most sincerely,

Barbie and Phil Burko.

Sara Miller

January 24, 2006

Dear Bronfman family



I was sorry to hear about the tragic loss that your family has suffered. I was fortunate enough to be a recpient of your generousity this past summer by being able to go to Israel. My thoughts are with you and your family at this terrible time.

Vivien Shane

January 24, 2006

I was deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Andrea. I had the priveledge of having her as one of my students many years ago in a Family Life program.

She will be greatly missed by many.I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sincerely,Vivien Shane

Steven Tabac

January 24, 2006

Dear Charles,



We were so sorry and shocked to learn of the tragic loss of your dear wife, Andrea.



Condolences are extended to you, her children and your entire family at this untimely loss.



May Andrea be bound up in the bonds of eternal life.



Sincerely,



Jackie and Steve Tabac

Connie and Eleaizer Gelber

January 24, 2006

Our deepest sympathies to you Charles and your family on your tragic loss. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.



Sincerely,



Connie and Eleaizer Gelber

GERALD GOLDBERG

January 24, 2006

THE BRONFMAN'S ARE WORLD JEWRY'S ROYAL FAMILY AND THE HOUSE OF ISRAEL MOURN THE LOSS OF OUR QUEEN ANDREA...MAY FLIGHTS OF ANGELS ACCOMPANY HER TO HER ETERNAL REST.........

Vardit Zafri

January 24, 2006

I have already expressed my condolences, however I will do it again in this spot. Thank you Andrea for allowing my daughter to rediscover her roots at Taglit -Birthright. The world has lost a "mensch". To Andrea's family and friends, my deepest condolences.

Ron Sloan

January 24, 2006

Dear Mr.Charles, As a Seagram alumni, we are all thinking of you and your family at this very difficult time.

Marjorie E Ziff

January 24, 2006

to my dearest cousins Kappy and Charles Jeremy Pippa and Tony Susie Judy Steven and Ellen ,Ellen and Stephen our heartfelt sympathies and deepest condolences our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.Andy was a very special cousin and wonderful friend .MGRHDS .Marjorie, Debby and Michael, Ann and Nigel Dee and Edward and all the grandchildren .

Cherie Trudel Ferrari

January 24, 2006

Dear Mr. Bronfman and family,

May the agony of your tragic lose be lessened by witnessing the impact of Andrea's life on so many young and creative people. May her legacy spare your sorrow.

CYNTHIA SORRELL

January 24, 2006

I WISH TO EXTEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY FRIENDS & COLLEAGUES IN THE PASSING OF YOUR LOVED ON. I AM A EMPLOYEE AT DIAGEO, FORMERLY KNOWN AS SEAGRAMS AMERICA IN RELAY,MD. I THANK YOU FOR HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY OF WORKING AT SEAGRAMS IT WAS A WONDERFUL AND PLEASANT EXPERIENCE. AGAIN MY CONDOLENCES ON YOUR LOSS;AND MAY OUR HEAVENLY FATHERS RESURRECTION PROMISE FOUND IN DANIEL 12:2 BE OF COMFORT IN YOUR TIME OF MOURNING. " AND THERE WILL BE MANY OF THOSE ASLEEP IN THE GROUND OF DUST WHO WILL WAKE UP."

June Wright

January 24, 2006

Dear Bronfman Family:



My sincere condolences on the loss of Andrea. I only met her once at FEDERATION CJA but felt I had known her forever. My daughter Kimberley was fortunate enough to be able to go to Israel through the Birthright Programme for which we will be eternally grateful. Andrea will be sorely missed.



June Wright Laliberte

Robin Chetwynd

January 24, 2006

Charles,



We are deeply saddened with the news of Andy's untimely passing. Her passion, energy and engaging personality, in so many ways, made the world a better place. Our sympathy and love go out to you and your family at this difficult time.



Robin Chetwynd & Donna Davey

BRIAN ISRAEL

January 24, 2006

CHARLES, STEPHEN AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY,

I EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HONORARY TAPS FOR THE FALLEN.

SENIOR OFFICER BRIAN ISRAEL

SPECIAL OPERATIONS GROUP 0712

OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS

US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION

US DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Anna and Joe Mendel

January 24, 2006

Dear Charles

Our deepest regret on the loss of Andy. The Jewish Community of the world will miss her and so will all those who knew her. May she rest in peace.

Anna and Joe Mendel

Murray Yaffe

January 24, 2006

Dear Charles,My thoughts are with at this very tragic time.May you and yours' be spared of further sorrows

Ruth Wolitzer

January 24, 2006

Sincere condolences on such a tremendous loss. Her legacy will live on eternally.

SUSAN COPELAND

January 24, 2006

I never knew you personally. I knew of you because you and your family made it possible through the Birthright Israel program to allow my son to visit Israel for the first time. It is a gift he will treasure the rest of his life. May you rest in peace and may your family find peace knowing that your wonderful deeds will be remembered always.

Leni and David I. Engels

January 24, 2006

Our hearts are saddened.Yesterday we learned of Andrea's passing.

Our daughters had the wonderful experience of the BirthRight trips.

May her memory be a blessing and loving benediction to all those who love her and for the many 1000s she touched with her kindness.

Our thoughts and prayers are with CRB and the family.



Carly and Marlo

Leni and David Engels

Presidential Circle

BEVERLY BRONFMAN

January 24, 2006

I extend my deepest sympathy to Charles and all the members of Andrea's family on this very sad occasion. May you all be spared from further sorrow.

Her infectious enthusiasm and warmth of personality will always remain a lasting reminder of this gracious lady.

With heartfelt condolences,

Beverly Bronfman

Michael & Marcia Samuelson

January 24, 2006

Charles,

We were very saddened to hear about the accident and Andrea's passing and we'd like to extend to you and the entire family our deepest sympathy.

Sincerely,

Michael & Marcia Samuelson

Montreal

Thomas Hecht

January 24, 2006

We wish to express our sincere condolences to Charles and to all members of the family. A tragic loss. May Andy's memory be an inspiration to all those committed to human betterment.

With reiterated feelings of sympathy

Riva and Tom Hecht

Joseph Abramowitz

January 24, 2006

Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

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