Alex Bornstein's Obituary
Alex Bornstein passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 73 years and 26 days.
Alex was born on August 27, 1950 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Ely and Dena Bornstein.
Alex is survived by his partner of many years, Susannah Fuchs; children: Andrew (Megan) Bornstein, Marion Bornstein, Douglas Fuchs, and Jonathan Fuchs; grandchildren: Eleanor Bornstein and Lillian Bornstein; and nephews: Benjamin Avi Berkowitz (Emma Sham-Ba Ayalon) and Jacob Elior Berkowitz (Anya Liad).
Alex loved to swim. He also enjoyed listening to music and collecting stereo equipment.. Alex was a talented gardener and loved chocolate, art and photography. He was also a proud member of the 'Goofballs'.
For many years Alex was a social worker and therapist. He also served as a board member for Earth Day International, Clayton Parks and Recreation Commission, and Missouri Inventors Association. He was proud to be the founder of Earthways Home, Matrix Alternative High School, and author of 'Tao Te Teen'.
Per his wishes, Alex was donated to Logan University in Chesterfield, Missouri to help the advancement of medicine and education.
All services for Alex will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider making a donation in Alex's name to Earthways Center at the Missouri Botanical Gardens in St. Louis, Missouri.
Services provided by Hughes Funeral Alternatives in St. Louis, Missouri. Friends and family can sign an online guestbook at www.HughesFuneralAlternatives.com.
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