In Memoriam

Honoring the legacy of industry professionals through CREW Network Foundation giving

Memorial or tribute gifts to CREW Network Foundation are an impactful way to honor the legacy of fellow industry professionals who have passed away. Gifts made to CREW Network Foundation can be designated to support scholarships, career outreach and programs for women in commercial real estate.

Keri Stewart

It is with immense sadness that we share the passing of our friend, long time CREW member Keri Stewart on Friday June 14th. Her smile could light up the room and her comforting touch could soften any difficult situation. For many members of CREW New Mexico she was the driving force to their success. Keri’s leadership and coaching empowered members to become trailblazers and exceed their own goals in life, professionally and personally.

Deborah Tossell Steinmetz

Deborah Tossell Steinmetz passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023 due to complications from a recent stroke. Deborah was a New Orleans native, born on November 29, 1951 to the late Estelle "Sissy" Ulmer Tossell of New Orleans and Donald F Tossell Sr. of Kewanee, IL. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband and business partner Robert C Steinmetz. Deborah is survived by her brother Donald Tossell, Jr and wife Sherry, her nephew Colin Tossell, several cousins and many lifelong friends.

Anne Vulcano Memorial Fund

Anne Vulcano, a past president of CREW Charlotte, passed away unexpectedly on July 23rd, 2023. CREW Charlotte has set up a memorial fund to honor Anne’s legacy through the CREW Network Foundation scholarship endowment. Contributions made in her honor will support future generations of female leaders and advance women in the industry.

Katherine Frilot

It is with deep sadness that we share the unexpected passing of our friend, colleague, and Past President, Katherine Howe Frilot, this past weekend. Her passing comes as a great shock, and our hearts are heavy as we mourn this tremendous loss. Many New Orleans CREW members first met Katherine through CREW Network leadership events years ago. When she later moved from Texas to New Orleans with her husband, Brian, she became a natural and deeply valued part of our chapter. Katherine was a gifted leader and generous mentor who helped guide us in becoming a stronger, more effective organization

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