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Obituary for Rene' A. "Alfre" Morel

Morel, Rene' A. , 79, passed away after an ongoing battle with cancer on November 16th, 2011.He was born in France to Andre' and Suzanne (nee Mangenot) Morel, March 11th,1932.
Rene' was an experienced and influential luthier who was highly regarded by leading International string players and described as arguably the best violin restorer in the world. He held offices in both the International Society of Violin and Bow Makers, as well as the American Federation of Violin and Bow Makers.
After completing service in the French Air Force, Rene' moved to America where he worked for Kagan & Gaines in Chicago .In 1955 Rene' began work in New York and in 1964 opened his own shop at Jacques Francais,Rare Violins, Inc. He continued his career in his later years as a violin restorer and dealer at Tarisio Fine Instrument and Bows on 250 West 54th St. in NYC.
Rene' is survived by his daughter Evelyne, his sons, Fran and Pascal and his adoring grandchildren. His loving companion of many years, Christa and her children, Andrea, Sandor, Derek and their children. Rene' is also survived by his siblings, Paulette and Jean-Paul who live in France.
In Lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in Rene's memory to the Juilliard School for the support of the rare instrument collection, which Rene' so lovingly cared for.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00pm on Monday, November 21, 2011 at St Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church, 145 Mortimer Avenue, Rutherford, NJ.

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