Obituaries

Ted Edlin worked in the computer and energy industries and was a former president of Berkeley’s Council of Neighborhood Associations and a member of the Fire Commission.

Rosie was an archetypal Berkeley woman who came of age in the 1960s. She was intelligent, well-educated, resourceful and creative.

Mary, a partner at East Bay Pediatrics until she retired in 2014, touched and fundamentally helped so many people in so many ways with her deep compassion and heartfelt empathy.

All those who knew Joshua Litwin, who ran Berkeley Ophthalmology Medical Group, will miss his unlimited knowledge, his quick humor, his big personality and his capacity for love.

Annette lived most of her life in Georgia and moved to Berkeley after her husband passed away.

Marion left Pennsylvania to work in New York during the war; lived for 27 years in London; dwelt on two remote islands in the Indian Ocean and, one year, traveled around the world.

AD, who was honored in 2011 by the City of Berkeley who proclaimed a day in his honor, was a teacher, writer, editor, publisher, radio and television producer.

Steve touched countless lives through his work as a psychiatrist in county mental health, as a devoted friend and loving husband, father, grandfather and a father figure to many.

Luc had an enthusiasm for service and a passion for the sea. His gregarious nature earned him a place in the hearts of all whom he met.

Bernadette, an inspiring teacher to her King Middle School students, a counsellor to many and a fan of the ballet and books, took joy in simple moments and was much loved.

Stark will be deeply missed by her devoted audiences and students, on whom she bestowed so much inspiration, wisdom and insight.