Paul A. Schosberg, who had careers in journalism, politics, banking and an avocation in the Thoroughbred racing and breeding industry, died Sept. 25 after complications from surgery and a long battle with cancer. He was 79.
A 1959 graduate of Middlebury College, Schosberg began his career as a reporter then eventual bureau chief of Gannett's Reporter Dispatch in Westchester County, N.Y. He then became chief of staff for Representative Richard L Ottinger (D) and Rep Herman Badillo (D). During this time, he co-authored a book, “See How They Run: The Making of a Congressman” under the pseudonym Paul Allyn.
In 1974 Schosberg came back to New York from Washington to head the New York League of Savings Institutions and in 1992 became CEO of America's Community Bankers.
His love of horses led to a two-term stint as President of the New York Thoroughbred Breeders Inc. and 12 years as a director. He and his wife of 58 years, Jane established a very successful breeding operation, Pine Lane Farm in Katonah, N.Y., and bred stakes winners both here and abroad.
He is survived also by his wife, daughter, Dr. Jill Stoller; son Richard; three grandchildren, Jenna, Travis and Ryan and a brother, Peter.
Services will be private. Donations can be made in Schosberg's name to the Mayo Clinic, the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and White Plains Hospital.
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