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WILLIAM BLITZER Obituary

BLITZER--William. With deep affection and gratitude, the Bank Street community mourns the passing of William F. Blitzer, a member of the Board of Trustees for 57 years. Bill's passion for progressive education and wisdom from his extraordinary business career made him for decades an exemplary leader and a compelling advocate of the College's mission. A generous benefactor, his enthusiasm for Bank Street lifted our sights and our spirits. Our condolences go out to his family, especially his daughter Emily and sons Dan and Jonathan, who are alumni of our School for Children. Bill was truly "one of a kind" and will be greatly missed. Anthony Asnes, Chair, Board of Trustees Elizabeth Dickey, President Bank Street College of Education

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 31, 2012.

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February 27, 2012

Dear Dan and Family:

I was very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was an inspiration and mentor to me and many others in the Lightolier famliy. I had written to Bill on January 13th 2012 regarding our association, and also to thank him for the opportunities extended to me during my tenure. It was the passion in which your family meant "make a life, as you make a living" it was genuine and sincere, and that just created the drive where people always did more to make it happen. He will sadly missed.

Doug Pedder

David Rodstein

February 16, 2012

I was a direct employee of Bill for 4 years and a consultant for 2 many years later. He was my mentor that launched my career in lighting.

David Rodstein

Joe Lichon

February 16, 2012

Dan and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such a great man. I have fond memories of studying with you, he and the Philips gang for the first NCQLP LC exam at your house. Since then I really enjoyed bumping into him randomly in the city or at numerous lighting events. My prayers are with you.
Joe Lichon

February 1, 2012

Dear Blitzer Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Dennis Todisco
Lightolier '86

Zachary Rosenfield

January 31, 2012

Zach and Del Rosenfield fondly remember our jolly times sailing with Bill and Judy on Long Island Sound and downeast. We are happy to have had an impromptu surprise Fieldston reunion with Bill this past New Year's Eve at Kendal-on-Hudson. Our sincere condolences to Dan, Jonathan and Emily and their families on their great loss.

Zachary Rosenfield

January 31, 2012

Zach and Del Rosenfield fondly remember our great times sailing with Bill and Judy on Long Island Sound and in Maine. We are glad to have had an impromptu Fieldston Reunion with Bill at Kendal-on-Hudson on New Year's Eve.

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