Mermey, Fayvelle (1916–1977)

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Mermey, Fayvelle (1916–1977)

American synagogue president. Born 1916; died 1977 in Larchmont, NY.

Served as president of Reform Synagogue in Larchmont, NY (1960–62 and 1972–74), probably as 1st woman elected president of a synagogue; founded Women's Interfaith Seminary, Larchmont, NY; served as columnist and feature writer for Mamaroneck Daily Times, NY (1964–70).

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