I am deeply saddened and surprised to learn of Nancy's passing. She was a lively and warm-hearted colleague that I enjoyed talking to at MAGERT/MAGIRT conferences. More than once she provided good advice on solving a cataloging question. She also said I reminded her of her grandfather -- I took it as a compliment. Phil Hoehn On Thu, May 19, 2022 at 11:25 AM Ian Fowler < [log in to unmask]> wrote: > We are deeply saddened to share that our beloved colleague Nancy Kandoian, > map librarian at the New York Public Library's Lionel Pincus and Princess > Firyal Map Division has passed away. > > > > Nancy started at the Library 44 years ago as a map information assistant, > and has been the heart of our Map Division ever since. Over her long and > fruitful career at NYPL, Nancy helped shape the field of map librarianship, > particularly through her tireless dedication to the practice of map > cataloging, and her mentorship and training of countless colleagues both at > the Library and across the U.S. Employing unending patience and devotion > to her craft, Nancy’s contributions to librarianship will benefit our > patrons for generations to come. > > She was the consummate professional, expert at her job, dedicated to the > Library’s mission and public service, and always kind, respectful, and > thoughtful with both patrons and colleagues. Her generosity was also > unparalleled—whether she was sharing her vast knowledge, taking the time to > talk with colleagues, or passing out her (incredible) homemade baked > treats. She will be deeply missed. > >