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James Scheuer Obituary

SCHEUER-James H. August 29, 2005, age 85, peacefully at home in Washington. Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1964-1972 and 1974-1992. He is survived by his adored and adoring wife, Emily Malino Scheuer, and his loving children, Laura, Elizabeth (PeterJoseph), James (Lorna Payabyab), and John (Robin Lawson). He will be missed and remembered by his grandchildren: Damella and Laurella Dotan; Eleanor, Nicholas, Anna, and Katherine Joseph; James William and David Scheuer; and Sarah and Thomas ``Buster'' Scheuer. He is also survived by numerous siblings, cousins, nephews and nieces, all of whose lives he touched in many ways. Adoring family man, dedicated public servant, musician extraordinaire, lifelong supporter of Israel. He loved desserts, good jokes, family sing-alongs, horse-back riding, and Hopewell. His legacy inspires us, and we will miss him immensely. Funeral services will be private, and a memorial service will be held at a later date. The family will be receiving visitors from 4-8pm on Wednesday and from 123pm on Thursday at 4730 Fieldston Road, Riverdale, NY; and from 6-9pm on Thursday at 610 West End Avenue, NYC. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to: Swarthmore College, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA 19081.

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Published by New York Times from Aug. 31 to Sep. 1, 2005.

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morley segal

September 2, 2005

I was a Congressional Fellow in Mr. Scheuer's office. I have many fond memories of this dedicated and exciting public servant, and the opportunies that he gave me to be in on the action.

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