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1951

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2019

GORDON TRAVERS Obituary

TRAVERS--Gordon K, died May 26th of undifferentiated carcinoma. He was born on May 11, 1951 to Philip Kletz and Miriam Travers Snyder. He graduated from The University of Pennsylvania and received his JD from Tulane Law School. After working at Sherman and Sterling he started his own law firm, Porter and Travers, with a colleague. He finally escaped Law and most recently had been the CEO of Artis Energy Intelligence and Artis Energy Solutions. He was the chairman of the Board of The Mount in Lenox, MA and was able to save Edith Wharton's house from foreclosure. Gordon also served on the Board of Transportations Alternative. He leaves behind his wife, Elizabeth Beautyman. his first wife, Renee Monrose, his mother Miriam, his sister Diane Travers, his beloved Corgi, Hugo, and many pairs of shoes. Services will be at St Bart's Church, 325 Park Ave. on June 11 at 10am.

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Published by New York Times on Jun. 5, 2019.

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Philip Deely

June 18, 2019

Sad to read this. Gordon's wit and sharp insights were combined with style and joie de vivre. A fine man.

Peter Wall

June 17, 2019

I so very greatly miss my political soul mate from across the pond. A wise and very funny man whose love of family helped keep all we cousins close, even from UK. So glad we had such very good times here only last year. Our love and very best wishes to Elizabeth and family.

Andrea Bonime-Blanc

June 9, 2019

I was so sorry to learn of Gordon's untimely passing - he was an incredibly funny and sharp intellect. I had the pleasure of working with him at Porter & Travers for several years. My and my 2 Rogers deepest condolences and best wishes especially to Dr. Beautyman, our family doctor - may you and the rest of your family find peace in your memories of happy times together.

Steven Greene

June 7, 2019

Gordon was my mentor when I was a young associate. He was a terrific lawyer and a pleasure to work with. My deepest condolences.

j.B. Nickles

June 7, 2019

Always a fun hour hitting tennis balls with Gordon . Few people had a quicker wit than you, my friend. Will miss our sessions. Prayers to Elizabeth and family

Tara Higgins

June 6, 2019

Gordon was very funny. I worked with him as an associate. His wit and charisma will be missed. Hopefully, Jack and he are hanging out in heaven:)

Bettelynn MCIlvain

June 6, 2019

So sorry to hear this. I worked with Gordon at Porter and Travers. Lots of fond memories. Blessings to his family. I'm sure he will be missed.

Jenifer Parke

June 6, 2019

It was with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of Gordan. He was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly. I have fond memories of him being happy and laughing. Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time of loss.

Gordon, Katie and Hugo on Katie's last day at WeWork Grand Central before moving to Seattle.

Katie Schlaikowski

June 5, 2019

Gordon left his legacy everywhere he stepped -- mainly because his shoes were showstoppers. The WeWork Grand Central Community will surely miss his snappy remarks, daily office visits, and walks around the office with Hugo! He brought so much delight, spunk and laughter to the community that it will absolutely never be the same. The entire WeWork Community team and Grand Central Community has Gordon in and his family their hearts.

Our kindest regards,
Katie, Alex, Cory, Ben, Ariel, Jeremy, Kaitlin, and Jacklyn

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