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ROBERT FEDER Obituary

FEDER--Robert, died January 14, 2017, age 86. Founding partner of the law firm Cuddy & Feder. General Counsel and Director of Interplex Industries, Inc., and Director of Presidential Realty, Inc. A proud alumnus of the Bronx High School of Science, CCNY and Columbia University Law School. Widely recognized as one of the preeminent real estate and commercial land use attorneys in Westchester County, he represented most of the major developers in the Hudson Valley Region, as well as General Motors and other Fortune 500 companies. He also devoted himself to social justice and public service. He was president of Legal Services of Hudson Valley for many years, and served on the boards of the Purchase College Foundation and, for nearly 40 years, White Plains Hospital (including two terms as Chair). He received numerous honors throughout his career, including, most recently, the American Jewish Congress Learned Hand Award in 2015, and the Pace Land Use Law Center Founders Award last month. He deeply loved his family, friends, the City of White Plains, travel, wine, opera and sports. Survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Marjorie; children Susan (Todd Gordon), Benjamin (Laura), Jessica (Adam Birnbaum), and Abigail (Joshua Kane); grandchildren Eliel and Eero Talo, Sam and Basia Gordon, Brent and Danya Birnbaum, Seth Feder, and Zachariah Kane; and brother, Leslie Feder (Beverly). Predeceased by a daughter, Judith (Tapani Talo), and grandson, Maximillian Kane. Funeral service Tuesday, January 17 at 10am at Bet Am Shalom Synagogue, 295 Soundview Ave, White Plains, NY 10606. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Robert Feder Nursing Education Fund at White Plains Hospital Foundation, 41 East Post Rd., White Plains, NY 10601.

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Published by New York Times from Jan. 15 to Jan. 16, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for ROBERT FEDER

22 Entries

Ilona Hollar

May 3, 2017

It is with great sadness that I hear of his passing. I often look to the past when I started working for Bob at the start of his prosperous-to-be law firm with Bill Cuddy. What an honest, honorable and caring family man he was and I was proud to have been part of his firm. Thoughts and prayers to all the Feder family.

Roque Mayra

April 25, 2017

My name is Mayra Roque and I worked for Mr. Feder five years ago. It is with great sadness to hear of Mr. Feder's passing. I was just about to call Mr. Feder to say hello and when I did not see his picture on the website of Cuddy & Feder I then researched and that's how I found out about his demise. I am speechless and am without words at this time. He was such a brilliant, wonderful, humble, sincere and kindhearted soul. I remember how he would always come into the office with that special smile. My deepest condolences and prayers to Mrs. Feder and The Feder Family. He will be greatly missed.

lou altman

January 17, 2017

So very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. Always a great friend to my parents and a lover of life and travel. My deepest condolences and prayers for Marge, the kids and grand kids. Fondly, Lou Altman

JOANNE & TOM BEIRNE

January 17, 2017

He was just, he was honest, he was compassionate and he was brilliant. Though saddened by his passing, we are consoled when we think of how we were enriched by his wisdom and kindness.

S B

January 17, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. You may find comfort in God's loving promise found at John 25:5

Marie Vitale

January 16, 2017

Not long ago I appeared before the White Plains City Court Judicial Screening Committee, of which Mr. Feder was a member. He was an active participant in the screening process and seemed genuinely interested in my (humble) opinions. Turns out he had been acquainted with relatives of mine, and we chatted a bit about Old White Plains. Truly, he could not have been a more gracious gentleman. Those of his generation, with his style and class, like him will be sorely missed.

Jim Glatthaar

January 16, 2017

Bob was an exceptionally fine attorney and human being. His civic dedication to White Plains is virtually unmatched. He acted to bring people together, he did not merely talk about it. Bob's professionalism and humanity will surely be missed. My condolences to Bob's wife and family.

Etti

January 16, 2017

My flight was delayed by over six hours but nevertheless, Bob was waiting for me at 2am at JFK, greeting me with a smile and open arms. It was 40 years ago. That scene will be forever itched into my memory. The kindness of this brilliant and witty man will live on forever. Thank you Bob for teaching my son, Roy, on his Bar Mitzvah day, how to tie a tie. Marge and family it was a privilege to be part of the Feders. Love, Etti

T WALKER

January 16, 2017

to the family of Mr. Robert Feder, My sincere condolences to you, and may God lift you up as you draw close to him in prayer please keep Psalms 94:18,19 in mind.

January 16, 2017

To the Feder Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

January 16, 2017

Marge and family, I know your loss is very great. I pray that God grant you and your family lasting comfort, peace and hope for the future. Jeremiah 29:11

Edie Wilson

January 15, 2017

Sending all our love and with many happy memories of times together.

Roberta Roos

January 15, 2017

More important than being an expert attorney (which he certainly was), Bob was an incredibly fine human being. I so much appreciate the many kindnesses he showed to my husband, Lloyd, and to me as well as his encouragement and inspiration. His memory is truly a blessing.

Claire Stanger

January 15, 2017

My heart goes out to Marge and the entire Feder family for the loss of a wonderful man, Bob, and a wonderful friend to my husband Abe and myself. With Love, Claire

Lawrence Graham

January 15, 2017

Dear Marge and the Feder children,

I will always be grateful to have worked with Bob at the law firm and on the Purchase College board. Whether in his office or in his home or in a meeting, his intellect, his compassion and his grace touched us all. Bob transformed so many communities and institutions with his brilliance. Thank you for sharing him with us. Our love and prayers are with you.
Regards, Pamela and Lawrence Otis Graham

Ellen Reynolds

January 15, 2017

Our hearts goes out to Abby, Josh, Zacharia and the rest of the Feder family during this very sad and difficult time. With much love,

January 15, 2017

A profound loss! He will be missed.
With deepest,
sympathy and love, Amy Perline Schatten

Peppi Murphy

January 15, 2017

Fierce intelligence, passionate love for family and community our lives were enriched by how he lived his. I hope we returned the blessing.

Ralph Jackson

January 15, 2017

We are thinking of you and sending love.

Annie

January 15, 2017

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad and difficult time. Psalms 119: 50,76.

Thomas Muraco

January 15, 2017

I always felt like a part of huge and loving family at his gorgeous celebrations at Bob's house. He was always welcoming and a real Mensch. I will miss him.

Bice Wilson

January 15, 2017

Bob, It is your loving smiling presence that shall echo through the years to come as we inhabit the places you helped our community to become. Know that the circle of love you engendered will thrive and grow for generations because of the way you and Marge created and cared for this circle with your whole lives.

Thanks Bob.

Blessed Be.

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