STRAUS--Lynn Gross. Lynn Gross Straus of Mamaroneck, NY passed away on January 28, 2023. Born in New York City in 1925 to Beatrice Rittenberg and Philip Gross, she was a graduate of Scarsdale High School and Vassar College, majoring in Child Study. After attending Bank Street College of Education where she obtained a Master of Science Degree, she taught elementary school at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School. She was pre-deceased by the love of her life, her husband of 54 years, Philip Albert Straus Sr. Their half-century romance was a life fully lived replete with a loving family, friends, rewarding work, travel, skiing, tennis, sailing, opera, art, and a dedication to philanthropy and social justice. Her lifelong passion and advocacy for early childhood education and improving care for at-risk children has had a lasting impact. In the 1960s, she and her sister, Joan Scheuer, created the innovative pre-kindergarten program, "The Village 4's" in Mamaroneck, which became a model for the national Head Start program. She applied her expertise to notable innovative model infant and toddler care programs at the Jewish Board of Guardians' Infant Care Unit, the Parent Child Development Center in Birmingham, and the Parents Place "drop-in" center for parents of infants. She was the loving mother of Philip Jr. (wife Margaret Harris), Donald (partner Elizabeth Nipper) and Katherine; grandmother of Miriam, Peter, Elizabeth, and Sarah; sister of Joan Scheuer and her twin Peggy Lazarus (predeceased); and great-grand- mother of Linden, Avery, Talia, Sienna, Bennett, Oren, and Anabella. The family is receiving visitors on Sunday, February 12, 2023 from 3 to 6pm (for info: [email protected] A memorial celebration of her life will be held at the Beach Point Club, 900 Rushmore Avenue, Mamaroneck, NY 10543-4599 on April 15, 2023 from 11-2pm. To confirm the date and time, you can call 914 698-1600, ext 107. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Bank Street college of Education https://give.bankstreet.edu/ campaign/givingtuesday- campaign/c377230; 610 W. 112th St, New York City, NY 10025 or Zero to Three: https://www.zerotothree.org/ get-involved/?form=donate; 2445 M Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20037.

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Published by New York Times on Feb. 3, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for LYNN STRAUS

21 Entries

Judith Schwarz Weintock

March 8, 2023

Many memories..babysat for children, my parents friends (David and Jeanne Schwarz) of Lynn and Phil, neighbors and followed in Lynn's profession! Remember visiting Lynn in Orienta and swimming in her pool not so long ago...

Eileen Vince

February 11, 2023

So sorry for the loss of your tremendous mother

Deborah Steinbar

February 10, 2023

Dearest Phil, Margaret, and family...your loss will be great as Lynn was a huge presence for so many wonderful years. What a memorable contribution she has given the world and all of you. Our hearts are with you as you grieve and celebrate her life. Sincerely, Deborah Steinbar & Bill Petersen

Gregory L Sturdivent

February 9, 2023

My Sincere Condolences to the entire Straus family...Ms.Straus was absolutely the one of the most caring and SWEETEST people that I've ever met in my lifetime. SHE WAS TRULY ONE OF A KIND!!You will be missed but never forgotten!..LOVE YOU ALWAYS MS. STRAUS...Greg Sturdivent.

Jerry Cohn

February 8, 2023

I met Lynn through her best friend, Phil Straus, whom I met through work. But Phil had a big enough heart to make friends all around and to share his best friend, Lynn. I cherished both of them, and I will remember them and pass on their message of loving friendship.

Alice and Castle Freeman

February 6, 2023

What a blessing it was for Lynn´s family to have a mother who did so much good in the world. We send our sympathy to all who loved her.
Alice and Tex

Faye Wilbur

February 6, 2023

I had the privilege of visiting with and learning from Lynn through our Jewish Board -JBFCS connection. She was a gracious, wise and witty woman who cared deeply about her own family and children worldwide. She changed the quality of life for generations of children. May her memory be a blessing. Faye Wilbur

Lisa Raye Garlock

February 3, 2023

Lynn was an inspiration, and the photo above captures her spirit beautifully. It was an honor to know her, even just a little bit. Sending love to the family.

Sabina

February 3, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Sabina Ramotowski

Patricia R Manuel

February 3, 2023

We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing and extend our deep sympathy and love to you all. Love, Patti, Fred and Max Manuel

Mario & Stacy Sarno

February 3, 2023

Phil and the Straus Family.
Stacy and I are sadden at the news of your Mothers passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences here, until we see you in
person.

Helen Rosenblum Fleder

February 3, 2023

How well I remember the "twins" at Scarsdale High. They were not only popular but so smart. I knew Lynn would be an outstanding success in whatever career she chose! Condolences to the family.

Shari Finger Fredericks

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Shari Finger Fredericks

February 3, 2023

Lynn was our mom´s best friend and she was the best person. Kind, caring, giving, compassionate, funny and selfless. She was a part of our family and she will be very missed.

We are so thankful for Lynn´s friendship. If it was Sunday, it was "Bagels & Politics!" at our house or her house. We will miss Lynn forever - she was one of a kind!

May her memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

Our deepest condolences to the entire family.

With love, Shari, Mark & Roz

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