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NEIL BENJAMIN
Mr. Caesar was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Honorable Berel Caesar and Joan Coleman Caesar. A brother, Robert Caesar, also preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Courtney Kyle Caesar, and six year-old son, Baer Thomas Caesar, of the home; daughter, Lindsay Kate Caesar and her fiancé, Matthew Casella, of Greensboro NC; son, John Clayton Caesar, of Greenville; sister, Miriam "Mimi" Caesar, and her wife, JuLee Burdekin, of San Francisco; and an uncle, Dr. Elliott Coleman and wife, Barbara, of Moorestown NJ.
Mr. Caesar was president of the Health Law Center, and served as legal consultant and advisor for numerous healthcare and trade organizations. He was a civil liberties leader, serving as President of the SC ACLU affiliate and Chair of the Religious Liberties Taskforce. Neil was a life member of Mensa, the high-IQ society, where he met his wife, Courtney, an active member of the Psychic Entertainers Association, and a lifelong lover of music and comic books. He was admired and loved by everyone who knew him and his presence will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and colleagues.
A visitation is scheduled from 12:30 P.M. to 1:45 P.M. on Saturday, Feb. 24, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 P.M. at MACKEY MORTUARY, 311 Century Drive in Greenville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Chris Draft Family Foundation Team Draft Initiative, to change the face of lung cancer; or to LiveLung.org, Neil's local cancer support group. Visit the Mackey Mortuary online guest registry at
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Laurie
April 9, 2024
I met Neil when I was 15 and he was a lifeguard at the Cheltenham Tennis Club near Philadelphia. I was recently looking at my old photo albums and found this photo. I looked him up and was sorry to hear that he had passed away. He was funny and charming, hopefully his family will enjoy seeing him as a young lifeguard!
Tom Galvin
March 3, 2018
I am shocked and saddened by Neil's passing and offer my condolences to his family and friends. Neil and I worked together at Foster Medical 30+ years ago and he was our healthcare attorney for the last 25+years. His expertise, professionalism, guidance and friendship were extraordinary and will be sadly missed.
Mitchell Wolin
February 24, 2018
I am very saddened by the passing of Neil. He was a good friend and an immensely talented person. I always admired his willingness to stand up for what was right.
Jackie Smith
February 24, 2018
Courtney and Family,
I am thinking of you and holding you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Mike Cubelo
February 24, 2018
Neil was our local ACLU consigliere who guided us through the legal thicket with sly wit and a charm that helped us negotiate with opposing government attorneys. His Mensa magic was impressive to witness.
Our community lost a good one.
Daniel Brown
February 23, 2018
Neil was a friend, a colleague and trusted advisor to me and, I am certain, to his family and clients. As a lover of justice, it follows that he chose law for his profession and the ACLU as one of his many passions. He took his responsibility to help make this world a better one with intelligence and drive, and, reflecting on the guidance and kindness he showed me, I know that he succeeded a little bit with each interaction he had with family, clients and friends. Both a Mensch and a Tzadik, Neil will be missed.
Daniel B. Brown, Atlanta, Georgia
Erica
February 21, 2018
Please allow me to extend my sincerest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you until the time comes when "He will swallow up death forever." (Isaiah chapter 25 verse 8)
February 21, 2018
To the Caeser family, our deepest sympathies, especially sister Mimi who we adore. Sending big hugs and lots of love during this heartfelt time. Love from Trouble Mandeson and Cathy Gouch
Susan Bolt
February 19, 2018
I will always carry memories of Neil's kindness and humor in my heart. Love to you, Courtney, Baer, and Lindsay Kate.
Diana McClure
February 19, 2018
My deepest condolences to Courtney & Baer. The loss of Neil came as a shock, he will be greatly missed in the Mensa community.
Desiree Sedgwick Duvall
February 19, 2018
I had the opportunity to work with Neil. He was a great boss and later a very good friend. I will miss his insights and jokes. RIP.
Desi
Ben Robinson
February 19, 2018
Neil was my friend for 30+ years. I was always glad to hear from him. A gentleman, scholar and very funny. I'm happy to have known him. Sad to have lost him. Blessings to you Kourtney and Baer.
Marc DeSouza
February 19, 2018
Our deepest condolences to Courtney, Baer and all other family and friends. Neil was a friend for over 40 years and I never knew a kinder, gentler man. He was truly a special individual and will be missed by all that knew him,
Willa and Marc DeSouza
February 19, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of Neil. Heartfelt wishes to Courtney and other family members. I recall the night he proposed to Courtney in my living room with his usual flair for creativity. He will surely be missed.
Liz Casella
February 17, 2018
We are so sorry for the loss of Neil to Courtney, Baer, Lindsay & Matt, John and the rest of Neil's family and friends.
Liz, Chuck, and Dan Casella
February 15, 2018
Boy, this is tough! He will always be remembered for his friendship, zest for life, and keeping everyone rooted in the reality of life and it trials. I will miss him dearly.
Mark "Otter" Princell
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