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KOFFLER--Joseph H., Professor of Law, Emeritus at New York Law School. The trustees, dean, faculty, students, staff, and alumni of New York Law School mourn the death of Professor Joseph Koffler who passed away after a long battle with Parkinsons Disease on November 13. Professor Koffler, who was 85, taught at New York Law School for more than fifty years, until he became Emeritus Professor and retired fully in 2003. A 1934 graduate of the City College of New York, he earned his law degree from Harvard Law School in 1948. In 2001, he was honored with a Special Trustees Award from New York Law School, in recognition for his many years of teaching and scholarship. A funeral service is scheduled for 3:00 pm on Thursday, November 16th, at the Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home in Stamford, Connecticut. Burial will be at Congregation Agudath Shalom Cemetery in Stamford. He is survived by his wife, Monica, his daughter Lynne, and three sisters. Donations should be made to the Joseph H. Koffler Scholarship Fund at New York Law School or to the Parkinsons Disease Foundation. Arthur N. Abbey, Chair of the Board of Trustees, Richard A. Matasar, Dean and President

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Published by New York Times from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2006.

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Doug Henderson

November 21, 2006

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Professor Koffler. He was a great man, and one of my favorite teachers, ever. Though my class was the last torts class he taught and his body was ravaged by disease, his brilliance still shone through. Of all the classes I took in law school, I'll remember his most. On the occassion of his having taught at the school for 50 years, our class decided to get him some special presents. I can still see him with his Mets hat on, sitting in front of the class. My condolences go out to the family.

Doug Henderson

Kerry Lutz

November 19, 2006

I vividly remember Professor Koffler from my first day of law school. He was tough on his students, forcing them to excel. But deep down there was a kind hearted man who wanted the best for them. He had a wonderful sense of humor and will always be remembered by the many he touched.

Alan Smilowitz

November 17, 2006

It was with profound sadness that I learned of the passing of Professor Joseph H. Koffler. As a former student, I remember his lessons as much about life as the law.

Joanne Reale

November 16, 2006

My condolences to Professor Koffler's family. We have lost a brilliant mind and a gentle man. I will remember him fondly.
Joanne Reale(Albany, NY)

Robert Plotnick

November 15, 2006

I was sorry to read of Professor Koffler's passing. My condolences to his family

Roger (& Jackie) Miner

November 15, 2006

We have the fondest memories of Joe. He introduced me to the study of law, and I will never forget him.

Barry Bloom

November 15, 2006

I have the fondest of memories as one of his students at New York Law School (Class of 1967). His classes were made truly enjoyable.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.

Charles Weintraub, Esq.

November 15, 2006

It was always fun to be in a class taught by the professor. My condolences to his family.
Charles H. Weintraub, Esq.
Class of '67

Jeanne Tyler

November 15, 2006

my deepest sympathy

Elizabeth [Betty] Russo

November 15, 2006

Sorry for your loss

Betty, wife of Patrick Russo Jr.

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