Julius Sternfeld

Julius (Pete) Sternfeld, a longtime resident of Tarrytown New York, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2014. Born and raised in Manhattan, he was the son of the late Carl and Gertrude Sternfeld. He graduated from the Bronx High School of Science, earned a degree in Electrical Engineering from City College of New York, and a Master of Engineering degree from Yale University.

He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, stationed in Korea as part of the US Army of Occupation. He was an engineer in the Navy Civil Service and later for medical and audio electronic equipment companies. He held several patents and won a Library of Congress competition for the design of headphones for the deaf/blind. He did technical writing and particularly liked the aspect of providing technical explanations in layperson’s terms.

A 20-year active member of the JCC Men's Club, Pete also volunteered in the “Conversation Partner” program in Westchester, helping foreign-born students improve their English.

Pete was pre-deceased by his beloved wife, Nessa. He is survived by his two cherished daughters, Esther (Michael) Shatzer of Waterloo, Iowa and Judith Bernstein, and his treasured grandsons, Benjamin and Adam Bernstein. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and community.

Pete valued learning and education. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an educational institution or charity of your choice.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Sunday, December 14, 2014 followed by a private interment. Arrangements are being handled by Ballard-Durand, 2 Maple Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601. (914) 949-0566. www.BallardDurand.com