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EDWARD BERKOWITZ Obituary

EDWARD BERKOWITZ (Age 78)
On Sunday, December 22, 2013, Edward C. Berkowitz, of Washington, DC. Beloved husband of 52 years to Lois Berkowitz; loving father of Steven (Bonnie), Peter (Rachel) and the late Mark Berkowitz; dear grandfather of Jake, Anna and Emily Berkowitz. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 at 10 a.m. at Temple Sinai, 3100 Military Rd., N.W. Washington, DC 20015. Interment to follow at Judean Memorial Gardens. Family will be observing shiva at the Berkowitz Residence starting after the funeral service and on Wednesday, and Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Contributions may be made to Avalon Theatre Project or to the Cornell Outdoor Education program. Arrangements by HINES-RINALDI FUNERAL HOME, Inc., under the Jewish Funeral Practices Committee of Greater Washington Contract.

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 23, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for EDWARD BERKOWITZ

18 Entries

Bruce and Ann Lane

December 17, 2022

The years have passed, but Ed's memory has not faded. We think of him often.
Bruce and Ann Lane

Carl Metzger

January 6, 2014

Dear Berkowitz Family,

I send my best wishes and thoughts to you. Although it has been a long time time since I've been in touch, I remember Ed well and fondly. Whether it was my time hanging out at your house or on a hike up Old Rag with you, Ed was always a kind and warm presence. I remember his ability to listen, and his patient and genuine nature. I feel lucky to have known him and am sure he will be deeply missed.

-- Carl Metzger, [email protected]

Judy Kopff

December 30, 2013

Dear Lois and your extended family: Gary and I were so sorry to learn of Ed's passing in the December 27 Washington Post obituary. He was a valued member of my Cornell alumni interviewing committee for decades, and only last year he told me that, unless I needed an old fart (or words to that effect, of course) to meet with high school seniors who had applied to Cornell, then he would step back and be available only if I had a desperate need for alumni interviewers at the last minute.

I'm glad that Gary and I were able to visit with you and Ed in late September. Even then, he regaled us with travel stories, and his laugh was infectious. We loved being with him and hearing his stories of Cornell, outdoor adventures, and his family.

We -- and the Cornell University alumni community -- will surely miss Ed and his generous spirit.

With affection,
Judy and Gary Kopff

Ed always had that smile

Gene & Elsa Walters

December 29, 2013

We were so sorry to find out today of Ed's passing. We have lasting memories of shared travels, travel stories, and quips with Ed. Our sincere best wishes to Lois and family in dealing with your loss.

Barbara Sarshik

December 28, 2013

Ed was a mentor, a mensch and one of my favorite song parody writers. He taught me a lot about how to live fully, from when I met him in 1979 to his last days. Along with many others, I'll miss him deeply. My prayers and sympathy are with your family.

Dan Mayers

December 27, 2013

We just learned of Ed's death. He was a lovely guy, and we would run into each other with some frequency at the Kennedy Center and OLLI. Always friendly, open, with a great smile. I will miss him!

Richard Price

December 26, 2013

I worked with Ed a number of years ago, and was honored to learn from him. I am very sorry for your loss.

December 26, 2013

Very sorry for your loss. Please continue to rely on each other and God during this difficult time.

Ann and Bruce Lane

December 24, 2013

Dear Lois, Steve, Peter and family,

Words cannot convey how deeply we share your great loss.

Ed was an exceptional human being.

Ed's passing is a great loss also to the Lane and Edson "family" in which he played such an integral part for so many years and then helped to preserve its memories afterwards.

We have lost a dear friend of more than 45 years who was a colleague at Comsat even before Lane and Edson and whose family grew up with our family as we shared so many good times together.

We grieve very much for him. We are glad that we were able to visit with him one last time shortly before we left for Florida a few weeks ago.

God be with you, Ed

December 24, 2013

I will sadly miss Ed. Even though I was not close to Ed, when I was near him I felt close. Even though we were not friends I always felt like he was my friend. Even though I only new him for a short time I felt I knew him all my life. Your in my thoughts always Steve Shafritz

December 24, 2013

Ed brightened Wednesday mornings at American History for his fellow docents and the public. I learned from his enthusiastic and informative style. He is missed already. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Jane Conley

Gene Samburg

December 24, 2013

Ed was both a colleague and friend. As council to our company he always said, "Never call me from the bottom of a hole yelling, 'Throw me a rope.' Rather, let me tie the rope around your waist and slowly lower you into any hole you like." As such, Ed provided us with bullet-proof representation for 37 years. Ed really was one of the Good Guys, and we will all surely miss Ed and his wisdom.

Chuck Lane

December 23, 2013

I have known Ed Berkowitz and his wonderful family since I was a kid -- for more than 40 years -- and every time I saw him he brightened my day. What I'll miss most is that big smile of his and the hearty laugh. All of the Lane family mourns his passing.

Dan Rosenblum

December 23, 2013

Ed's was a welcoming smile when he ushered at High Holy Days. He gave generously of himself and his contributions will be missed.

DoubleC Glatstein

December 23, 2013

If words could heal I'd write a book. Sending hugs filled with sympathy, sadness and love

December 23, 2013

I shall miss Ed a lot. I admired his mind, his heart, and his contributions to the Docent programs and to the Museum. He was an inspiration to me.

My sympathies to the family.

Dayton Crews

Rita Barr

December 23, 2013

I will miss Ed at the museum Wednesday where henwas so informative and a treat at Lunch. I send myndeepest sympathy.

Dick Tager

December 23, 2013

I will remember Ed as a consummate professional as an attorney and as a pleasant, accessible person with an endearing smile. He will be missed.

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