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PAUL FINK Obituary
DR. PAUL, 81, of Phila. on June 4, 2014. Husband of Peppy (nee Ehrman); Father of Dr David (Heidi), Mark, Gary (Christina); Stepfather of Eydie Kahan (Douglas); Grandfather of Sophie, Charles, Alex, Zackary, Victor, Luke, Rachel, Ben; Brother of Ted (Ruth). The family will be receiving visitors at the late residence Saturday evening, Sunday, Monday afternoon and evening June 7 - 9 P.M. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
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for PAUL FINK
Richard L. Decof
September 17, 2020
Sorry to find your Dad has passed. He and Don Decof were close college friends. Found this memory pic from when we were kids.
Richard Decof
Joe Curtin
August 21, 2017
I have recently learned of the passing, I was a long-term patient of Dr. Fink his help to me in reconstructing an extremely damaged childhood and moving on has been indispensable.
MaryCatherine Lowery
June 16, 2016
I can't believe it has been 2 years and I only recently learned of Paul's passing. I worked with him for several years trying to develop protocols for the School District of Philadelphia following incidents of violence. He was a larger than life personality who seemed to know everyone. He will be missed by many of us in Philadelphia.
MaryCatherine Lowery
Rhonda Karp
July 21, 2014
So sorry to learn of Paul's passing. Unable to locate a correct address, I hope you will see this sincere although belated expression of sympathy.
Rhonda Karp and Stephen Kay
July 11, 2014
Peppy,
My wife and I just today learned of Paul's passing and wanted to share our deepest sympathy with you and your family. Paul was an extraordinary teacher, psychiatrist, leader, and mensch. He was the living spirit of Tikun Olam. He always dove into the heart of every issue he cared so passionately about and did everything in his power to make the world a better, safer and more caring place. He was inspirational to countless clinicians including myself, setting the highest standards. He leaves the world a far better place. We are so fortunate to have been part of his endeavors. Please know that we are sending loving thoughts your way. Paul was truly unforgettable.
With our sympathy ,
Herb and Peggy Mandell
Joseph Silverman, MD
July 10, 2014
Paul was the keystone of our Psychiatric Annals symposium on idealism & social activism. His life was an enactment of those sentiments. His work with the PA Prison Society continued to the end of his life. His example has inspired me to remain active in criminal justice reform. I hope that others will react in the same fashion. Mrs. Fink and the family have my sympathy. His memory will be a blessing to us all.--Joe Silverman, MD, Altoona
Jeremiah Daley
July 3, 2014
Mrs. Fink and Family -
It is with sincere sorrow that I learned of Paul's passing. He was a brilliant, wise & witty man, with tremendous passion for advancing the condition of at-risk youth in our city. My sincere regrets for not having been able to extend my condolences personally, and my assurance that he and you are in my thoughts & prayers.
With sympathy,
Jerry Daley
Gregg Gorton
June 19, 2014
We have lost a man of unfailing integrity who dedicated his life to helping others-- in many, many ways. We shall not soon see the like of him again.
Vincent Rinella
June 16, 2014
Peppy,
Leslie and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family and I regret that my current physical condition prevented me from attending the Memorial Service today.
As you must know, I truly enjoyed working with Paul at Belmont and treasure the memories of our frequent conference trips we took together to Europe and Jeruselem.
May your fond memories give you peace.
Sandy and Steve Sheller
June 16, 2014
We just learned of this and feel awful we missed being able to pay our condolences. He was a wonderful man who touched many lives and he will be missed. Sandy and Steve Sheller
Paul and Ben Franklin
Dr. Morris (Moish) Barenfus
June 12, 2014
Paul and Moish Barenfus
Dr. Morris (Moish) Barenfus
June 12, 2014
Marsha Levick
June 10, 2014
I first met Paul in my teens when he was a colleague of my mother, Myra Levick. For the last several decades, I had the opportunity to form my own professional relationship with Paul as our paths crossed through our mutual concerns for the well being of children. Paul was an extraordinary advocate for children, passionate about justice and tireless in his pursuit of it. It was not only a privilege to know him - it was inspiring. Thank you Paul - for a life thoughtfully, compassionately and well lived. As a longtime friend to my family and me, we will all miss you! Condolences to Peppy and your family.
Paul & Edwin Fink - Summer 2004
Adam Fink
June 9, 2014
June 9, 2014
I knew Paul first as a resident and then as a colleague. I owe him an unmeasurable debt for his teaching, for starting me on my career, and for his support during difficult times. My condolences to the family.
Patricia Joyce Kay, M.D., F.A.P.A.
Frances Bell
June 9, 2014
Doctor Fink was a icon in American psychiatry, mentoring many, inspiring us all!
June 9, 2014
Paul and i were colleagues, and he was a good man whom i shall miss very much. Among his many legacies, i will always remember his contributions to the filed of child abuse prevention. Plus, i loved laughing with him.
My condolences,
Roberta L. Hacker, Women In Transiton
June 9, 2014
Peppy: I am so sorry to hear the sad news. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Love and hugs, Rhonda, Frank, Jenna and Val
June 8, 2014
I am so sorry Peppy. I remember Paul's warm smile and I'm so sorry for your loss.
sending our love and a hug, sue and robert
Drs. Myra and Len Levick in 10-2009 at dinner for Ron Hays organized by Nick Roby
Nick Roby
June 7, 2014
Harold Graff
June 7, 2014
Paul and I were friends and colleagues for over 60 years. We studied for the Psychiatric Boards together, torturing each other with esoteric questions. Fortunately, we both passed the first time. We saw each other mostly at meetings over the years. To my regret, we did not see each other in March in NYC at the psych meeting. I will add that it was because of his invitation, I was appointed a full clinical professor at Jefferson. I will miss him.
Julie Meranze Levitt
June 7, 2014
Dear family members of Dr. Fink:
I have known Paul for many years, perhaps first as the Medical Director of Belmont. Most recently, I have worked with him on the Board of CeaseFirePA. He always was prepared with excellent ideas and directions for ways to work with family and children and for ways to change the delivery of mental health services, including prevention, to better provide for the underserved. He will be missed by so many of us. I offer my condolences to family and friends.
Julie Meranze Levitt
marly harris
June 6, 2014
Paul and I became friends when we were six-years-old (Leidy School). I have loved and cherished my blue-eyed boy for 75 years. We were both young pianists as adolescents.
During the past several years, Paul and other Leidy classmates have enjoyed a vigorous online correspondence. He was brilliant and funny and brash and I will miss him with all of my heart.
His children and grandchildren are so fortunate to have had such a mensch in their lives and he was so proud of his family.
June 6, 2014
Dear family and friends of Dr. Paul Fink, I wish to add my condolences for our loss:
"El maley rachamim shochen bam'romim...
God full of mercy who dwells on high
Grant perfect rest on the wings of Your Divine Presence
In the lofty heights of the holy and pure
who shine as the brightness of the heavens
to the soul of Pinchas J. fink, who has gone to his eternal rest
as, without making a formal vow,
I pledge to give charity in memory of his soul.
His resting place shall be in the Garden of Eden
Therefore, the Master of mercy will care for him
under the protection of His wings for all time
And bind his soul in the bond of everlasting life.
God is his inheritance and he will rest in peace
and let us say Amen."
Moish Barenfus, heatfelt lahnzmahn.
June 6, 2014
Paul opened doors for me and made my professional career an adventure. I treasured him as a colleague and dear friend.
Myra Levick
Lisa Macaulay
June 6, 2014
Paul was a generous, kind, deep thinker? We were glad to have him on the board of CeasefirePa, and I count myself honored to have known him.
Nick Roby
June 6, 2014
May the Light of public service to many in our area be a shining example for many in the field of psychiatry, art therapy, and psychoanalysis.
My sympathy and prayers are sent to his family and to all those who worked closely with Paul Fink. MD, and were his dear friends.
Nicholas Roby
June 6, 2014
I was an art therapy student of Dr. Paul Fink in 1971-1972 at Hahnemann Medical College, and along with Dr. Myra Levick, and Dr. Vaccaro and Dr.'s Hicks and Brooks, I felt I was receiving the best of educations. I loved his Literature Reviews, especially when we looked into Anna Freud and many well known artists, and her knowledge of defense mechanisms, and Dr. Fink's knowledge of artists and their psychology. I was so happy when Dr. Fink chose one of my best friends, Ronald Hays to lead a new art therapy program in Norfolk, VA and enjoyed my visits there and seeing Dr, Fink at conventions. He knew so much about patients who were in such conflict about their sexual identity, and I am sure he helped hundreds of transsexual individuals during his decades in psychiatry. He was always so welcoming and personal in his communications. I am sure his family will miss him, and hope to see many professors and meet his family at his memorial service, as there is no address listed for visiting his family in the coming three days. Thank you Carol S. Carrino for pass on the sad news.
Jim Sayne
June 6, 2014
I first met Paul when he was a panelist for a forum on Gun Violence at Villanova. I am proud to have worked with him to end the scourge of gun violence. He leaves big shoes to fill.
Steven Conners
June 6, 2014
His fantastic and gregarious outgoing nature. Besides being brilliant, he had a uniqueness that was distinct. He was always the kindest and hospitable in all ways. SC
Marc Forman, M.D.
June 6, 2014
Paul was not only a brilliant leader in American psychiatry, but he was dedicated to improving the lives of poor disadvantaged children and adults. He was a gifted psychoanalyst who also worked for many years in the public sector, so that less fortunate others might be helped. He was kind, sensitive and thoughtful, and will be missed by many. His family have suffered a great loss, but so has our city.
My condolences to the family
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