Claire Field Perlman, age 91, died on Monday, February 15, 2016 at home. Daughter of the late Helen and Sam Field, Claire was born in New York City and lived most of her adult life in Woodmere, Long Island. Claire graduated from Hunter High School and Pembroke College. She was married to the late Sidney Perlman.
Claire's belief in helping others made her an active volunteer: typing books in Braille in the 1950s and 1960s, serving as vice president and board member of the Samuel Field YM-YWHA for many years and as a volunteer with senior citizens at the Y. Her life-long financial support for those in need began early. In 1934, eight year old Claire and five friends sent $1.05, the proceeds of a play Claire had directed, to the New York American Christmas and Relief Fund. The New York Times was so touched by the gift that they published Claire Field's letter in the newspaper.
Claire was a generous donor to numerous charitable organizations including UJA Federation of New York, The Samuel Field YM-YWHA, Israel Goldstein Youth Village in Israel, and Ramat Hadassah north of Tel Aviv, where a gym and sports field is named in memory of her beloved husband.
Claire was an excellent athlete, enjoying golf and tennis, and working out at her gym three times a week. When she could no longer get there, the trainers came to her home. She loved to play cards and was well known for her knitting skills. She was the life of the party, whether singing, dancing or telling jokes. She had a wonderful social circle of lifelong friends and a true zest for life. Claire was playing cards, singing and moving to the beat until this past year. She particularly liked Sinatra and followed his belief in living life "My Way". One of her defining traits in later years caused her to be known as the candy lady – every driver, waiter, or other person taking care of her appreciated her offering them a piece of wrapped candy.
Claire is survived by her daughter, Toni Young, son and daughter in law, John and Maxine Perlman, and stepson, Jim Mindling, as well as five grandchildren, Mitchell Young (Katka), Ann Young Saban (Hanoch), Betsy Perlman, Sam Perlman, and Natasha Mindling. She has two great-grandsons, Giladi Shmuel Saban and another who will be named at his bris on 2.17.16
Special thanks are given to her outstanding team of caregivers in her final years, Patricia Muir, Dawn Hutchinson, Gladys Barnes, Valerie DaCosta, and others.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Samuel Field YM-YWHA, or the charity of your choice.
As posted to the Boulevard-Riverside-Hewlett Chapel website, 17 Feb 2016.
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PERLMAN--Claire Field.
The Staff and Board of Directors of the Samuel Field Y mourn the loss of Claire Perlman, our devoted Lifetime Trustee and benefactor. Claire and her family have carried forth the commitment to community service established by our founders, Helen and Samuel Field. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. Lawrence Gottlieb, President Jeri Mendelsohn, Exec. VP & CEO
Paid death notice published in The New York Times on Feb. 16, 2016.
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Claire Field Perlman - First Lady of the SFY
It's with a very heavy heart that we share news that Claire Field Perlman passed away earlier this week. The daughter of Helen and Samuel Field, Claire deeply loved the Samuel Field Y and the community we serve. For many years, Claire ran a boutique in the lobby and then, more recently, would knit sweaters and hats for children with disabilities. She loved walking through the agency, greeting older adults, dancing with teens and playing with preschoolers. In 2011, Claire and family celebrated the dedication of the Claire Field Perlman Family Dining Hall at Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. We'll miss you dearly, Claire.
Announcement posted on the website of the Samuel Field Y, 17 Feb 2016.
Claire's belief in helping others made her an active volunteer: typing books in Braille in the 1950s and 1960s, serving as vice president and board member of the Samuel Field YM-YWHA for many years and as a volunteer with senior citizens at the Y. Her life-long financial support for those in need began early. In 1934, eight year old Claire and five friends sent $1.05, the proceeds of a play Claire had directed, to the New York American Christmas and Relief Fund. The New York Times was so touched by the gift that they published Claire Field's letter in the newspaper.
Claire was a generous donor to numerous charitable organizations including UJA Federation of New York, The Samuel Field YM-YWHA, Israel Goldstein Youth Village in Israel, and Ramat Hadassah north of Tel Aviv, where a gym and sports field is named in memory of her beloved husband.
Claire was an excellent athlete, enjoying golf and tennis, and working out at her gym three times a week. When she could no longer get there, the trainers came to her home. She loved to play cards and was well known for her knitting skills. She was the life of the party, whether singing, dancing or telling jokes. She had a wonderful social circle of lifelong friends and a true zest for life. Claire was playing cards, singing and moving to the beat until this past year. She particularly liked Sinatra and followed his belief in living life "My Way". One of her defining traits in later years caused her to be known as the candy lady – every driver, waiter, or other person taking care of her appreciated her offering them a piece of wrapped candy.
Claire is survived by her daughter, Toni Young, son and daughter in law, John and Maxine Perlman, and stepson, Jim Mindling, as well as five grandchildren, Mitchell Young (Katka), Ann Young Saban (Hanoch), Betsy Perlman, Sam Perlman, and Natasha Mindling. She has two great-grandsons, Giladi Shmuel Saban and another who will be named at his bris on 2.17.16
Special thanks are given to her outstanding team of caregivers in her final years, Patricia Muir, Dawn Hutchinson, Gladys Barnes, Valerie DaCosta, and others.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Samuel Field YM-YWHA, or the charity of your choice.
As posted to the Boulevard-Riverside-Hewlett Chapel website, 17 Feb 2016.
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PERLMAN--Claire Field.
The Staff and Board of Directors of the Samuel Field Y mourn the loss of Claire Perlman, our devoted Lifetime Trustee and benefactor. Claire and her family have carried forth the commitment to community service established by our founders, Helen and Samuel Field. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. Lawrence Gottlieb, President Jeri Mendelsohn, Exec. VP & CEO
Paid death notice published in The New York Times on Feb. 16, 2016.
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Claire Field Perlman - First Lady of the SFY
It's with a very heavy heart that we share news that Claire Field Perlman passed away earlier this week. The daughter of Helen and Samuel Field, Claire deeply loved the Samuel Field Y and the community we serve. For many years, Claire ran a boutique in the lobby and then, more recently, would knit sweaters and hats for children with disabilities. She loved walking through the agency, greeting older adults, dancing with teens and playing with preschoolers. In 2011, Claire and family celebrated the dedication of the Claire Field Perlman Family Dining Hall at Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. We'll miss you dearly, Claire.
Announcement posted on the website of the Samuel Field Y, 17 Feb 2016.
Claire Field Perlman, age 91, died on Monday, February 15, 2016 at home. Daughter of the late Helen and Sam Field, Claire was born in New York City and lived most of her adult life in Woodmere, Long Island. Claire graduated from Hunter High School and Pembroke College. She was married to the late Sidney Perlman.
Claire's belief in helping others made her an active volunteer: typing books in Braille in the 1950s and 1960s, serving as vice president and board member of the Samuel Field YM-YWHA for many years and as a volunteer with senior citizens at the Y. Her life-long financial support for those in need began early. In 1934, eight year old Claire and five friends sent $1.05, the proceeds of a play Claire had directed, to the New York American Christmas and Relief Fund. The New York Times was so touched by the gift that they published Claire Field's letter in the newspaper.
Claire was a generous donor to numerous charitable organizations including UJA Federation of New York, The Samuel Field YM-YWHA, Israel Goldstein Youth Village in Israel, and Ramat Hadassah north of Tel Aviv, where a gym and sports field is named in memory of her beloved husband.
Claire was an excellent athlete, enjoying golf and tennis, and working out at her gym three times a week. When she could no longer get there, the trainers came to her home. She loved to play cards and was well known for her knitting skills. She was the life of the party, whether singing, dancing or telling jokes. She had a wonderful social circle of lifelong friends and a true zest for life. Claire was playing cards, singing and moving to the beat until this past year. She particularly liked Sinatra and followed his belief in living life "My Way". One of her defining traits in later years caused her to be known as the candy lady – every driver, waiter, or other person taking care of her appreciated her offering them a piece of wrapped candy.
Claire is survived by her daughter, Toni Young, son and daughter in law, John and Maxine Perlman, and stepson, Jim Mindling, as well as five grandchildren, Mitchell Young (Katka), Ann Young Saban (Hanoch), Betsy Perlman, Sam Perlman, and Natasha Mindling. She has two great-grandsons, Giladi Shmuel Saban and another who will be named at his bris on 2.17.16
Special thanks are given to her outstanding team of caregivers in her final years, Patricia Muir, Dawn Hutchinson, Gladys Barnes, Valerie DaCosta, and others.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Samuel Field YM-YWHA, or the charity of your choice.
As posted to the Boulevard-Riverside-Hewlett Chapel website, 17 Feb 2016.
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PERLMAN--Claire Field.
The Staff and Board of Directors of the Samuel Field Y mourn the loss of Claire Perlman, our devoted Lifetime Trustee and benefactor. Claire and her family have carried forth the commitment to community service established by our founders, Helen and Samuel Field. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. Lawrence Gottlieb, President Jeri Mendelsohn, Exec. VP & CEO
Paid death notice published in The New York Times on Feb. 16, 2016.
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Claire Field Perlman - First Lady of the SFY
It's with a very heavy heart that we share news that Claire Field Perlman passed away earlier this week. The daughter of Helen and Samuel Field, Claire deeply loved the Samuel Field Y and the community we serve. For many years, Claire ran a boutique in the lobby and then, more recently, would knit sweaters and hats for children with disabilities. She loved walking through the agency, greeting older adults, dancing with teens and playing with preschoolers. In 2011, Claire and family celebrated the dedication of the Claire Field Perlman Family Dining Hall at Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. We'll miss you dearly, Claire.
Announcement posted on the website of the Samuel Field Y, 17 Feb 2016.
Claire's belief in helping others made her an active volunteer: typing books in Braille in the 1950s and 1960s, serving as vice president and board member of the Samuel Field YM-YWHA for many years and as a volunteer with senior citizens at the Y. Her life-long financial support for those in need began early. In 1934, eight year old Claire and five friends sent $1.05, the proceeds of a play Claire had directed, to the New York American Christmas and Relief Fund. The New York Times was so touched by the gift that they published Claire Field's letter in the newspaper.
Claire was a generous donor to numerous charitable organizations including UJA Federation of New York, The Samuel Field YM-YWHA, Israel Goldstein Youth Village in Israel, and Ramat Hadassah north of Tel Aviv, where a gym and sports field is named in memory of her beloved husband.
Claire was an excellent athlete, enjoying golf and tennis, and working out at her gym three times a week. When she could no longer get there, the trainers came to her home. She loved to play cards and was well known for her knitting skills. She was the life of the party, whether singing, dancing or telling jokes. She had a wonderful social circle of lifelong friends and a true zest for life. Claire was playing cards, singing and moving to the beat until this past year. She particularly liked Sinatra and followed his belief in living life "My Way". One of her defining traits in later years caused her to be known as the candy lady – every driver, waiter, or other person taking care of her appreciated her offering them a piece of wrapped candy.
Claire is survived by her daughter, Toni Young, son and daughter in law, John and Maxine Perlman, and stepson, Jim Mindling, as well as five grandchildren, Mitchell Young (Katka), Ann Young Saban (Hanoch), Betsy Perlman, Sam Perlman, and Natasha Mindling. She has two great-grandsons, Giladi Shmuel Saban and another who will be named at his bris on 2.17.16
Special thanks are given to her outstanding team of caregivers in her final years, Patricia Muir, Dawn Hutchinson, Gladys Barnes, Valerie DaCosta, and others.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Samuel Field YM-YWHA, or the charity of your choice.
As posted to the Boulevard-Riverside-Hewlett Chapel website, 17 Feb 2016.
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PERLMAN--Claire Field.
The Staff and Board of Directors of the Samuel Field Y mourn the loss of Claire Perlman, our devoted Lifetime Trustee and benefactor. Claire and her family have carried forth the commitment to community service established by our founders, Helen and Samuel Field. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. Lawrence Gottlieb, President Jeri Mendelsohn, Exec. VP & CEO
Paid death notice published in The New York Times on Feb. 16, 2016.
=============================
Claire Field Perlman - First Lady of the SFY
It's with a very heavy heart that we share news that Claire Field Perlman passed away earlier this week. The daughter of Helen and Samuel Field, Claire deeply loved the Samuel Field Y and the community we serve. For many years, Claire ran a boutique in the lobby and then, more recently, would knit sweaters and hats for children with disabilities. She loved walking through the agency, greeting older adults, dancing with teens and playing with preschoolers. In 2011, Claire and family celebrated the dedication of the Claire Field Perlman Family Dining Hall at Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Perlman family. We'll miss you dearly, Claire.
Announcement posted on the website of the Samuel Field Y, 17 Feb 2016.
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