Background
Berkvist, Robert John was born on July 10, 1932 in New York City. Son of John and Marie (Pelmas) Berkvist.
Berkvist, Robert John was born on July 10, 1932 in New York City. Son of John and Marie (Pelmas) Berkvist.
Bachelor, Brooklyn College, 1953. Master of Arts, Syracuse University, 1956.
Deskman, writer New York Times, New York City, 1962-1977, deputy editor arts and leisure, 1977-1982, editor arts and leisure, 1982-1986, deputy culture editor, since 1986.
Served as corporal United States Army, 1953-1955.
Married Carol Magnusson, April 19, 1969. Children– Andrew, Kristin.