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Dr. Marcia Barbara Stern

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Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 18, 2009.

Stern, Dr. Marcia Barbara
62, passed away peacefully in her sleep March 17, 2009. In addition to being a devoted wife, Mom, sister, daughter, and especially Grandma, Marcia was a world renowned psychologist, family therapist, and international workshop leader. She was on the faculty at Ackerman Institute for the Family and a clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at the NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Stern is the developer and director of Competent Kids, Caring Classrooms: A Unique Minds Program, a primary prevention program for grades K-5 now being implemented in various NYC schools. She has published several books including Child-Friendly Therapy: Biopsychosocial Innovations for Children and Families. She is survived by her husband Steven Stern, son Keith (Shannon) Mishkin, mother Lillian Greenberg, sister Helene (Gene) Aptekar, nephew Devan (Rachel) Aptekar, niece Emily Aptekar and grandchildren Sydney and Harrison Mishkin. She touched so many lives and truly made a difference in the world. We love her and will miss her so much. Services will be held at Mount Sinai Cemetery at 24210 N. 68th Street 2:30pm on Wednesday March 18, 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to: "Ackerman Institute – Marcia Stern Memorial Fund" Proceeds will create a restricted fund for: a child therapy section of the library dedicated in her name; continued presentation of her work to educators and therapists. The Ackerman Institute for the Family, Attn: Development Office, 149 East 78 Street, New York, NY 10075

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March 19, 2009

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March 18, 2009

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March 18, 2009

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Shelley Landis Holzman

March 19, 2009

I would like to extend my condolences to the wonderful family of Marcia Stern. I began my childhood with Helen, Marcia,and Lillian at 1150 Brighton Beach Ave. We all grew up and flourished together, especially in Lillian's apartment. My fondest memories were spent in their home. Marcia did such good work ,and changed the world.She will never be forgotten. What a legacy she left. Much love Shelley Landis Holzman.

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Fran Friedman

March 18, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss, but we are glad she is out of her misery and pain. She led a short but wonderful and accomplished life. Keith: You and your family will have a lifetime of wonderful memories. Harvey and I are thinking about you. Love, Fran and Harvey

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