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JEFFREY HELD Obituary

HELD--Jeffrey Scott, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loved ones on November 26, 2024. Jeffrey was born in 1956 to Marvin and Gloria Held. He attended Syosset High School, earned his bachelor's at Washington University in St. Louis, and his J.D. at George Washington University. Jeffrey built a successful legal career, most recently serving as a Partner at Kurzman Eisenberg Corbin & Lever. He enjoyed watching the Mets, traveling, and, most of all, spending time with his family. Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Randi; sons, Matthew (Danielle) and Zachary (Nicole); grandchildren, Cooper and Wyatt, and brother, Michael. Donations in Jeffrey's memory may be made to: White Plains Hospital Foundation and Memorial Sloan Kettering Head and Neck Cancer Research.

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 29, 2024.

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Eric Jeffrey Kaufman

July 28, 2025

I knew Jeff in high school. He was a sweet guy. RIP

Rick Eisen

November 30, 2024

Went to Wash U with Jeff. Great guy. He host Kojak watching parties at his apartment and would hand out lollipops. So fun. May his memory be a blessing

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