Peter Howard Goldfarb

Peter Goldfarb Obituary

Peter Howard Goldfarb NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FRANCE - Peter Howard Goldfarb died peacefully surrounded by his family on Nov. 13, 2010 near Paris, France, with his wife of nearly 44 years, Linda Hartman Goldfarb. He was born in Kingston on Aug. 25, 1945 where he was raised as well. He attended Yale University, where he graduated in 1967. He earned a Master's degree from the University of Sussex, England in 1968. He began his career in accounting in 1970 in England, and was a British Chartered Accountant, as well as a licensed CPA in the State of Connecticut. Peter worked in the accounting profession for over 30 years, taking only a brief career detour to work for the then Senator Lowell P. Weicker from 1977-1978. Shortly thereafter, Peter joined the accounting firm of Ernst & Young, where he was admitted in the partnership in 1986. Peter was the Hartford Office Managing Partner for Ernst & Young from 1992 to 1999 and was very active in community activities, including the United Way, where he chaired their annual fundraiser in 1996. He also did volunteer work for many other local organizations. In 1999, Peter and his wife moved to Sao Paulo, Brazil where Peter led the Ernst & Young South American practice until 2002. Moving from Brazil to Paris, France, Peter continued to work for Ernst & Young until his retirement in 2004. Since his retiring, Peter and Linda enjoyed life in both West Hartford and Neuilly-Sur-Seine, France. Peter is survived by his loving wife, Linda, their two sons, Daniel and his wife, Michelle and their two sons, Evan and Bryce of West Hartford, CT, and his son Joshua, his wife Erin and their son Matthew and daughter Megan also of West Hartford, CT. In addition, Peter is survived by his brother Dr. Ned Goldfarb of Kingston. Charitable donations can be made in his honor to HARC at 900 Asylum Ave, Hartford, CT 06105 www.harc-ct.org Please sign the guestbook at www.rememberingny.us/dailyfreeman

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Published by Daily Freeman from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Goldfarb

8 Entries

January 19, 2011

Dear Linda ,

I often think about you and our epic and fun trip to Minas Gerais . We lost touch during the various moves and our computer was fried by lightning while in our container so I lost all addresses etc .

On a whim I decided to see if I could trace you through the internet . I found Peter`s obituary today . I am sad to hear of your loss , in our short friendship it was clear that you were soulmates .You are such a warm and kind person and I am sure that your family and friends will be supporting you and trying to help at this difficult time .

Best wishes , Pat Paterson

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Rick Johnson

January 4, 2011

Dear Linda, Peter called me Rockie and I called him "The Farb." On a summers evening about 1957, Pete had a no hitter going and I was the next to last batter. He had a very intimidating fastball and as I stood at home plate I began to shake. The umpire looked at me and said," what"s wrong son," and I mumbled," I"m scard." Five terrifying pitches later the count was 3 and 2 when the HEAT arrived at the plate once again. I swung for my life and to my very great supprise I heard my bat hit something? The ball tore the first baseman's glove off because of Pete's pitching speed. I stood at first base trying to realize what had just happened. Pete looked at me and smiled. I looked at Pete and smiled back. Nothing was said. I had just ruined the guy's no hitter and we both understood that and his response was his incredible smile. He was not only the best pitcher but also the best athlete in the league. I envied Peter for all the reason you know all to well. But my favorite reason was his incredible smile on a summer's evening I will never forget. My condolences and my love to you and to all your family. Rick "Rockie" Johnson

Dick Sobsey

December 2, 2010

Dear Linda & Family,
Sorry to hear about Pete. He was a cousin and neighbor when we were both growing up on Pearl Street in Kingston. He was always a kind of paragon of common decency, strong and gentle... A straight forward, nice guy. Linda, I was glad you two found each other. It was great to meet up with you two in Red Deer last year. I am thankful for that chance, no matter how brief.

Marsha Abelove Lee

November 24, 2010

Dear Linda and family,
I am saddened to learn of Peter's death; it was much too soon. Please accept my sincere sympathy and hopes that your loving memories of your time with Peter will sustain you all. I also hope that your strength and your caring family and friends help you in the days and weeks ahead.

November 23, 2010

Dearest Linda,

It is hard to comprehend that Peter has left this world. He was a giant in his industry and a soft gentle man in his relationships with his family and friends. He accomplished so much and everyone he interacted with is richer to have known him. We offer our deepest sympathy. Our Love, Barbara & Joe Cohen

November 23, 2010

Dear Ned and family - We are so saddened by this loss. We know that your memories will help you through the difficult days ahead. Our heartfelt condolences to all - Love, Marco and Ellen

George Kotrady

November 23, 2010

Linda, you don't know me but I grew up with Peter and his brother Ned in Kingston, NY. When we were kids I spent a lot of time with the Goldfarbs at their house on Pearl Street. Ned and I are about the same age and Peter (my younger brother as I called him) used to do just about everything together. I haven't seen Pete in many years but I will never forget our childhood together. Please accept my deepest condolences on his passing. George Kotrady St Augustine, Fl

November 22, 2010

Dear Linda,
I am so sad to hear of Peter's death. Please accept deepest condolences from Mike and myself. I am glad that Mike and I had the brief opportunity to share a bit of time in Paris. It is good to know that you and Peter shared many wonderful times with each other

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