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Philip Erdberg Obituary
December 5, 1942 - April 23, 2023
Philip Erdberg, aka Stephen Philip Erdberg, treasured husband of Judy, father of Danny (Ursula Kwong-Brown), and brother of Lisa (Dennis Gibbons), passed away on April 22, 2023. He was a colleague, teacher, mentor, and friend to many around the world, and an internationally respected expert in the field of personality assessment.
A diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology, he served as President of the Society for Personality Assessment, authored and co-authored books and articles, and received numerous awards for his work. He sought to help everyone, and to improve the world as he could. The family suggests that donations in his memory be made to: Westcoast Children's Clinic, San Francisco Opera, or The Parkinsons Foundation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Erdberg
Sponsored by Sinai Memorial Chapel Chevra Kadisha.
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Patti Weiss
April 12, 2024
Dear Judy, Danny and Lisa,
Your beloved husband, father and brother was my treasured mentor for 25 years. I wanted to let you know what a tremendous influence he had on my career. Because of him, I devoted myself to the Rorschach, and have been able to complete over 4,000 assessments ,each one with his imprint. He was brilliant, kind,and helped me so much.
Please accept my sympathy- I know the first anniversary of his passing is in 10 days. His work has influenced the world and helped countless people.
I miss him very much.
He was indeed one of the greatest of men.
Warmly, Patti Weiss, PhD.
Nancy DeRoche
May 23, 2023
Dear Judy,
I read this lovely tribute and realized I once knew Philip's wife. I have not thought much of my time at BofA in recent years, but a very bright spot in my memory is my relationship with you. You were always very kind and respectful, and if I had continued working at the bank, I most certainly would have wanted to work with you. I left in 1991 when my first son was born, and when my second son was born with severe disabilities, I did not return to work full-time, but helped my husband with his small business. I wish you much love and support at this difficult time.
Nancy Brownson DeRoche
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