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BLOOM PAUL L. BLOOM Paul L. Bloom, Department of Energy Special Counsel (1978-81), obtained record penalties against major oil companies for regulatory violations. He was an authority on water, natural resource and Indian law. He died Friday, October 10, 2009 and is survived by his wife Marjorie and children, Adam, Ester (Ben Galynker), and Judah. Service will be held at Ohr Kodesh Congregation, Monday October 12, 2009 at 10:00 a.m.

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 12, 2009.

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David Bardin

November 11, 2009

Condolences to Marjorie and family and Paul's friends. Memories of his old battles bring forth smiles of admiration. So, too, Paul's recent fortitude and vital spirit. May the Holy One comfort you with many good memories. Faithfully, David J. Bardin

Rich Jaroslovsky

October 28, 2009

Mindy's and my hearts go out to Marge, Adam, Ester and Judah. I don't use the term lightly: Paul was a great man. He fought for the public good; he loved his family; he lived his entire life with keen intelligence, wit and panache. One of a kind.

Walt Mossberg

October 27, 2009

Paul was a remarkable person, and the rarest thing to find in Washington: a true fighter for the public interest against powerful adversaries. At the same time, he was cultured, kind and had a great sense of humor. I cherish the memory of knowing him and covering him as a journalist, and will miss him very much. Our prayers go out to Marge and the whole Bloom family.

Amy Grant

October 18, 2009

Love to the family and deepest sympathies. May Paul rest in peace. He is greatly missed. I had the good fortune to meet Cousin Paul and Marge about 30 years ago. Paul, Marge, the children, and the extended family continue to spark my imagination and renew my hope in the world despite the ups and downs of life. I cannot separate Paul from the wonderful family and friends around him and visa versa. His deeds of loving kindness and ways of seeing things will stay with all of us. I believe the future generations of Blooms and many others will delight in sharing Paul Bloom stories the same way Paul enjoyed sharing stories from the previous generations and from his own adventures. He left this world a better place than he found it.

Elayne & Howard Bartner

October 17, 2009

Howard and I knew when we met Paul close to 30 years ago, that he would touch our lives in many ways. He did, and has left us with indelible memories. He created a life which will be remembered as a blessing.

Marita Bowden

October 13, 2009

Dear Margie - I am so sorry to learn of Paul's death. Gene sent me the write-up from the New York Times. Both you and Paul were such great friends to my mother over the years and I always appreciated that so much.
Roselyn loved Paul and David like sons.
Paul was always special to us. Take care of your self and know that my thoughts are with you.

Joseph Baca

October 13, 2009

To Paul's Wife and family I offer my condolences. Paul was an extrodinary person and exceptional lawyer. I first met Paul when I took my first job as asst. D A in Santa Fe upon graduating from law school. Paul, Neil Stillinger and I were young lawyers together. Even in those early days it was evident Paul was someone special. New Mexico and the nation have lost a great man, and I have lost and old and good friend. Sincerely Joseph F. Baca New Mexico Supreme Court Chief Justice Retired.

Kay Homan

October 12, 2009

From all his friends at White, Koch, Kelly & McCarthy in Santa Fe. He was one of a kind.

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