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RUTH LYNFORD Obituary

LYNFORD--Ruth Kahn, 97, December 3, 2021 at home in Manhattan. Survived by her children, Jeffrey (Tondra), Lance (Marion), Leslye and Lloyd; 10 grandchildren and three great-grand- children, and many stepchildren, grand and great-grand- children. Predeceased by husbands Franklyn Lynford, Arthur Steinberg and Conway Lackman. From her early days breaking barriers as an architect, design was a guiding force in her long and fulfilling life. Private burial - a celebration of her life will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to College of Architecture, Washington University in St. Louis. Plaza Jewish Community Chapel website for bio and condolences.

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Published by New York Times on Dec. 5, 2021.

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Ruth Novoa

November 29, 2024

Dearest Ruth #1. I still think of you often! You were a trail blazer and a go-getter. You never let obstacles stand in your way. You were a tough little lady and you inspired me in many ways. You still hold a place in my heart for all you taught me and shared with me. Rest in heavenly peace my love!
Fondly,
Ruth#2

Constance Hall

January 22, 2022

I just heard the sad news about Ruth´s passing. She was a friend to my entire family and a mentor to me. Please know the Hall family misses her and would like to be included for the celebration of her life.

Lainie Turkish Gaynes

January 17, 2022

I am saddened to hear about Ruth's passing. She was a mentor and role model to me, a friend, and a truly amazing and inspirational woman. She treated me like family when I lived in New York, and I will cherish my memories of her. Sending my deepest condolences to her family.

Sandra Reicis

January 10, 2022

It is so very sad to hear of Ruth's passing. She was an inspiration and a true force. I had the privilege of being invited to serve on the board of NY11+ and always made sure that the students from Villa Maria College had a photograph with her at the annual opening reception. She had such style and panache. I will miss her passion for the design world and her love of life. My most sincere condolences to her family. I will always have the fondest memories.

Rashmi (Kenth Andersson)

December 30, 2021

Our Ruth is no more! I was saddened to hear about her passing. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate her life! Please accept my condolences.

Susan A Forbes

December 20, 2021

My warmest wishes to Leslie and the Lynford family on Ruth´s passing. Helping Ruth in her endeavors to legally strengthen the Interior Design profession for many years has added to my love for this work. I will miss her strength, her ever-abiding endurance and her fabulous sense of style. And I will continue to think of her often. With love, Susan

Scott Ageloff

December 16, 2021

Ruth has been a force in the establishment of the interior design as a legally recognized profession in New York for decades. I will miss her friendship and collegiality. She is irreplaceable.

Simone Taylor

December 7, 2021

I know that I can´t fix the pain you feel or even comfort you, but please know your family & fiends are with you to bring you comfort in your time of need. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Ruth Novoa

December 6, 2021

My dear Ruth, I will miss you so much. I know we hadn't been able to see each other as of late, but knowing you were present in the world made me happy! However, I know you are at peace now. Rest my dear, you deserve it! With much love, Ruth II

Linda & Ralph Zagaria

December 6, 2021

Our sincere condolences to the Lynford family. I was saddened to read in yesterday's Times of Ruth's passing. It is a privilege to have know Ruth. We shared many wonderful times in pursuit of our common interests. She was a remarkable woman, way ahead of her time, and she leaves a legacy in her numerous accomplishments. She will be missed.

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