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BERK--Alan S. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alan S. Berk, a devoted husband, brother, father, and grandfather, on September 2, 2025. Born on May 11, 1934, Alan was raised in Brooklyn by Phil and Mae Berk. He lived his adult life in Greenwich, CT, and Stockbridge, MA. Alan earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business and Master's degree from Columbia University's School of Business. Alan began his career at Arthur Young & Company and moved to Avco Corporation as VP of Finance before returning to Ernst & Young as Chief Financial Officer until his retirement. Following his retirement, he served as Chairman of the Board of the Jewish Home for the Elderly in Fairfield, CT, and Vice-President/Treasurer of the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT. He was an avid tennis player, runner, skier, and golfer. He brought light and love to his beloved wife of 65 years, Barbara; his brother Ira and sister-in-law Jane; his children Charles, Peter, and Nancy (Berk) Saperstone and their spouses Peggy, Sheryl, and Pete; and his grandchildren Bradley, Emily, Jack, Jason, and Carrie. Donations can be sent to Alzheimer's Association -- CT Chapter in care of Joan Weisman, 122 Palmers Hill Road, Stamford, CT 06902 or online to 2025 Walk To End Alzheimer's: Fairfield County -- Team Edgehill.

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Published by New York Times on Sep. 4, 2025.

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Duke Lechtman

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Alan was a dear friend for almost forty years. Susan and I always enjoyed our time with Alan and Barbara in the Berkshires. A great sense of humor and a great guy. He will be missed. Extending condolences to the family

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