West 104th Street is home to many interesting and accomplished neighbors. Meet a few below. If you know someone that you would like us to feature in an upcoming newsletter, please let us know.
Phyllis Sperling (9/2/2024) - WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTESIn MemoriumA dedicated member of our community, Phyllis Sperling passed away earlier today.Funeral Service will be at:Plaza Jewish Community Chapel630 Amsterdam Avenue, NY, NYon ... Read more
Cynthia Doty Memorial Service (9/28/2023) - Cynthia Doty sadly passed away in July after a brief illness. A real advocate for our neighborhood, she was a tireless, gracious, and wise political and community organizer, and the Deputy Clerk ... Read more
Mark Smith Is a One-Man Pick-Up Crew (12/10/2020) - A Helping Hand on the BlockMark Smith Is a One-Man Pick-Up Crew By Joyce Mann In the 1970s, Mark Smith moved to New York from North Carolina to pursue an ... Read more
From Paris Model to Yard Sale Star: Shailah Edmonds (9/16/2020) - In her new memoir, Shailah Edmonds talks about the grit and glamour it took to succeed. Growing up in Portland, Oregon, Shailah Edmonds dreamed of a fashion career. Coming to ... Read more
Joel DeArce’s Funeral Arrangements (2/13/2020) - Joseph DeArce, the super of 895 West End Avenue, passed away this past Sunday. He was an integral part of the block and was a great supporter of the Block Association ... Read more