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SIDNEY LERNER Obituary

LERNER--Sidney. The Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health mourns the passing of dear friend Sidney Lerner. Sidney was a tireless public health champion whose vision and work improved the health of communities around the world. Sidney was one of Columbia Mailman's greatest advocates and supporters and a dedicated member of the School's Board of Advisors for 17 years. We will miss him deeply and we extend sincere condolences to his wife Helaine. May his memory be a blessing. Dean Linda P. Fried Columbia Mailman Board of Advisors

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 18, 2021.

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Adele Schwartz

February 14, 2021

Sid--a deep hearted man--his loss is a guiding spirit , a memory for a sense of direction and purpose.
His wit stopped people in their tracks.
As Emerson said, "the unexamined life is not worth living."
And Sid did not leave a stone unturned
He will be greatly missed.

Diana Aceti

February 6, 2021

We are so sad to hear of Sid's passing. He is a man with a great reach and his legacy lives on through his beautiful family, his work, and his commitment to the well-being of all of us and to the planet. Sending much love from Andy Sabin and your friends at SOFO.

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Susan Rothkopf

January 17, 2021

I'm so sorry about Sid's passing.
Much love to the whole family. ❤

Susan Rothkopf

January 17, 2021

I'm so sorry about Sid's passing. Much love to everyone in the family.❤

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