Miriam L. HOOD died in New York on March 18, 2015, at the age of 97.
Miriam retired in 1983. She began her NYPL career as an Information Assistant at the Jefferson Market Branch. After receiving a Masters of Library Science Degree, she became a Reference Librarian at the Yorkville Branch, a position she held until her retirement.
Miriam's deep curiosity, warm personality, and exceptional people skills will be remembered fondly by many Library colleagues and patrons. She is survived by a son and three grandchildren.
Miriam retired in 1983. She began her NYPL career as an Information Assistant at the Jefferson Market Branch. After receiving a Masters of Library Science Degree, she became a Reference Librarian at the Yorkville Branch, a position she held until her retirement.
Miriam's deep curiosity, warm personality, and exceptional people skills will be remembered fondly by many Library colleagues and patrons. She is survived by a son and three grandchildren.