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EDGAR DOCTOROW Obituary
With deep sadness we note the passing of Edgar L. Doctorow. He was a cherished friend of NYU Libraries and we are honored to hold his literary papers. His wit, brilliance, and grace will be sorely missed and well remembered here. We extend heartfelt sympathy to his wife Helen and his family. Carol A. Mandel, Dean of Libraries, NYU
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Memories and Condolences
for EDGAR DOCTOROW
Today marks the 1 year anniversary of the passing of 1 of America's Greatest fiction authors. His voice will forever be part of me. I am a better man
Steven Oquendo
September 30, 2016
July 31, 2015
Thank you Mr. Doctorow for writing "WORLD'S FAIR". One of my all time favorite books. You will be missed. God Bless you and may you rest in peace.
Paul Ranney
July 26, 2015
After reading "The March" last year, I was personally challenged to write my own work of historical fiction, borrowing a device that Edgar was brave enough to utilize in his work: a complete absence of QUOTATION MARKS! Although E.L.'s effort turned out wonderfully, mine still needs a lot of work...On behalf of all of the readers, and writers, influenced by his masterful work, I bid a fond farewell to Edgar Lawrence Doctorow. Although you will be sorely missed, your writing will no doubt live on, in the imaginations of your readers, and on the bookshelves of eternity.
NANCY ALTARAS
July 25, 2015
SAD TO LOSE ANOTHER GREAT AUTHOR, WHO BROUGHT THE JOY OF READING TO MANY, THROUGH HIS WORKS. PROBABLLY EVERYBODY HAS HEARD OR READ OF RAGTIME, AND BILLY BATHGATE. SHAME TO LOSE SUCH A TALENT. MY LATE UNCLE, JACK, COULD TESTIFY TO THAT. HE WAS J. D. SALINGER'S COMMANDING OFFICER, YES, THAT J. D. SALINGER, THAT WROTE, "CATCHER IN THE RYE", AND OTHER STORIES, DURING WWII, AND THEY CAME INTO FRANCE, VIA THE NORMANDY INVASION. IT IS A SHAME TO LOSE SUCH A SUCH A LITERARY MODERN GIANT, HE WILL BE TERRIBLY MISSED, BUT NEVER EVER FORGOTTEN!
Daria Brandt
July 24, 2015
A powerful thinker and writer, and supportive father and husband has departed down new path. He will be loved, cherished and remembered by all.
July 23, 2015
Reading you expanded my world. Many of the characters and scenes you created remain vivid in my memory years after I experienced them. BILLY BATHGATE and LOON LAKE are my favorites among your novels. Thank for hours of pleasure.
Carol Corbin, Beaumont, Texas
MD admirer
July 23, 2015
A colossal talent; a gifted, compassionate man
July 23, 2015
I'm sincerely sorry for your loss . May you indeed find peace in bible at James 1:22
July 23, 2015
May God bless this family with comfort and peace ln this time of sorrow.
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
July 23, 2015
In God's care rest in peace
July 23, 2015
Sorry for your loss, may you find comfort in John 6:40.
Philip Lindenbaum
July 22, 2015
Doctorow was simply brilliant. Like bellow, a creator extraordinaire. Prayers for the family of this wonderfully talented man.
S Terry
July 22, 2015
When you remember E. L Doctorow's life, please recall your favorite times, the happy things, the memories that give you joy that's what helps us get over the sadness of a loss. And remember the hope our Heavenly Father has set before us.
TH
July 22, 2015
How difficult it is to lose someone who is so dearly loved and needed. He dedicated himself to family, and so many others. May you draw comfort and strength each day through prayer and God's promises. (Jeremiah 29 : 11-13)
July 22, 2015
My condolences to family and friends on your loss. May precious memories warm your heart and comfort you during this time of grief.
Adrian Barnette
July 22, 2015
We'll miss you !
Nancy Woodwell-Freedman
July 22, 2015
My prayers, thoughts and deep condolences go out to the family, friends and associates of the great E.L. Doctorow. The world has lost a great literary talent. He is gone, but his amazing body of work will be his everlasting legacy. May his blessed memory be a comfort to his loved ones and may he rest in eternal peace.
Harry Simpson
July 22, 2015
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with.
G. Cooper
July 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss,
In your time of sorrow may God be your refuge and strength. Isaiah 46:1
July 22, 2015
I share your grief because Ed was a Major part of my life and always will be.
Love, Harold Reiss, Worcester, MA
Jill
July 22, 2015
My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4)
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