Marilyn Bensman, 1925–2015

Marilyn Bensman, 1925–2015

Dissent is deeply saddened at the loss of Dr. Marilyn Bensman, a fighter, radical, feminist, and sociologist who taught at Lehman College.  She was a longtime reader and supporter of Dissent.

Funeral services will be held at Plaza Jewish Community Chapel at 630 Amsterdam Avenue (at 91 St.) in New York City on Sunday, May 3 at noon.  The family will receive visitors on Sunday at 6 pm and Monday at 5 pm at 185 West End Avenue.


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