About BERGFELD's

Citations and Testimonials

BERGFELD's has been privileged to work with and for people from a wealth of varied backgrounds, circumstances, and professions.  We appreciate both our valued clients and our colleagues who have assisted us to accomplish a goal.  Below is a sampling of letters and citations that we have gratefully received.

Honored by Cancer Care, Inc. Cancer Care, Inc.
Received Enterprise Award by The City Club of New York

Attorneys:
"I appreciate the very excellent work that you did… decisively and effectively." Richard H. Kuh, Esq., Warshaw Burnstein Cohen Schlesinger & Kuh, LP

"You got everything and everybody out of our home of 25 years on time and under budget with a combination of military efficiency and sympathy." Peter G., Esq., NYC and Virginia

"BERGFELD's was extremely thorough and displayed a genuine respect for the deceased. The confidentiality of (the heirs) and (our client) was duly preserved." Freedman and Fish, LLP for the Estate of Amy Clampitt (1920-1994), American Poet, "Manhattan: An Elegy", "Archaic Figure",

"The Kingfisher".

           Amy Clampitt

Real Estate Brokers:
"Through all of your dealing with us, lawyers and heirs, you showed so much patience, constant communications, instilled client confidence with our buyers." Jean Toedter, Broker, Warburg Realty Partnership

"A fabulous and highly professional service for my client in the apartment moved into over 50 years ago! Terrific job, in such a short period of time, resulted in a very quick sale at a very good price."
Deanna Kory, Broker, The Halstead Property Co.

"I will be very happy to recommend you to all my colleagues as well as to anyone selling an apartment who does not have the time or the capacity to deliver "broom clean".

Beatrice Ducrot, Vice President, Stribling & Associates LTD.

Clients in the performing arts:
"This letter is to express personal gratitude to Kristin Bergfeld. She can be trusted."

Schuyler G. Chapin, Commissioner, Department of Cultural Affairs, New York City 1994-2002

"You skillfully coordinated interaction and schedules of many professionals… handled minutest details with remarkable care… organized and documented countless items [incl. archives], assisted me greatly with complex legal and tax ramifications. Thank you for your integrity and mastery…"
Dan Chayefsky, son, for The Estate of Susan and Paddy Chayefsky, Academy Award winning screenwriter of "Marty" and "Network".

"Your expert guidance and efficient service greatly reduced the stress that …accompanied this painful task." 

Theodora Lurie, Executrix for The Estate of Susannah McCorkle (1946-2001), noted cabaret and jazz singer.        

                                                                                Susannah McCorkle

"Thank you for helping our family move under what turned out to be extraordinarily stressful circumstances. We could not have done it without you." Abigail Disney

"The Northwestern University Archives is pleased to acknowledge it's recent receipt...of the Katherine Flowers Papers.  Without your obvious enthusiasm...they may well have become unavailable to future researchers.  ...many thanks for your courtesy and professionalism." 

Allen Streicker, Archivist, Northwestern University

Clients in public life and academicians:

"Kristin Bergfeld and her team were invaluable in cleaning and tidying my late father's apartment...and she...liased with the American Philosophical Society and organised the shipping of various papers to them"  Nellie Flexner, daughter of James Flexner; prize-winning biographer of George Washington

Families living far away from New York:

"Thank you for the great assistance you provided for my stepfather during his recent move from his home of 40 years, to assisted care.  Your firm but gentle approach was just what was needed.  Your staff worked hard and in a very professional manner.  A wonderful service for families who are unable help in a move like this."  Jane P., Seattle, Washington

 
"When my parents were ready to join me, I could not have managed without Kristin." Lisa A., Oregon

"With enormous tact and understanding, you helped us (when our father died)." Nancy G., Virginia and Joan G., Tennessee

"Your honesty gave us thorough and accurate assessment of grandmother's personal effects, and great peace of mind. I highly recommend BERGFELD's." Vanessa M., Illinois

"The prospect of selling, giving away, and clearing out (Mom's) home of 25 years was daunting. You more than lived up to your promise, on time, on budget. What could have been a nightmare was a comfortable and simple experience for me, due entirely to your professionalism." Bill P., MD, Washington, DC

"What a tower of strength you were to me, as I moved from my house of 30 years. [Your] patience and thoroughness were exemplary."
Alice Parker, widely acclaimed composer, conductor, teacher, and lifelong collaborator with Robert Shaw.  In 1985, founded Melodious Accord, a prolific organization dedicated to performing, publishing, and teaching American Choral music and hymn singing.

         Alice Parker

"Your dedication and energy were invaluable in getting us through [moving our mother from Queens] to live near us in Washington, DC."
Dr. Norton

"Our gratitude for the brilliant job organizing years and years of papers and documents for [elderly uncle] and clearing his apartment." Gary (PhD, MD) and Debra (Esq.), Massachusetts

Charitable Organizations:
"Thank you so much for arranging the thoughtful donation of clothing for our shelter. It is obvious that you took seriously the needs and limitations of our program." Sanctuary for Families

Praised as an Industry Partner by Mrs. Vincent (Brooke) Astor, Honorary Chair, 'Furnish a Future' Campaign, Partnership for the Homeless

"We estimate donor value from your clients' at $ 500,000 [in the past 10 years]. These help continue our commitment of presenting emerging American talent and mounting bold and provocative productions." New York City Opera Thrift Shop

"We have received exceptional donations…Nothing goes to waste and she certainly helps everyone along the way."
Housing Works Thrift Shop

"Heart-felt thanks for [your clients'] donations of eyeglasses to give the 'Gift of Sight' to people in developing countries".
Giving the Gift of Sight, LensCrafters Foundation

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