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Elaine Adamenko Obituary

ADAMENKO--Elaine, 79, died peacefully on November 22, 2007. Elaine is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Bob, children Robert and Katherine, granddaughter Elise, sister Ellen, and daughter-in-law Liza. Predeceased by brother Michael. Elaine is remembered as a compassionate woman who cared for, and touched the lives of, so many. For more than 30 years she dedicated herself to enriching the lives of countless young adults as a NYC public high school librarian. Memorial service on Tuesday, at Riverside, 180 West 76th Street at 1 pm. Contributions may be made to YIVO, Jewish National Fund or Hackensack Hospital Hospice.

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 25, 2007.

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Elise Adamenko

June 9, 2019

I never got to know you... But i loved you

Kathy Reynolds

November 22, 2008

Bob:

A year later, my deepest sympathy on this sad anniversary.

Nichole Turek

November 28, 2007

Dearest Katherine, How my heart goes out to you. Having recently lost the woman who raised me, I can empathize with your loss. I wish you all the best and you will remain in my thoughts.

Ellen Durant

November 27, 2007

While visiting family in California, I just heard the very sad news this evening.

My heart goes out to Bob and the family for the loss of one half of one of the nicest couples one could ever know.

With my deepest sympathy and love,
Ellen Durant

Jacqueline Gallo

November 27, 2007

Dear Katherine and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was so welcoming to me and made me feel immediately welcome and part of New York and your lives. She will be missed. Know that you all are in my prayers.
Jackie

Liza Schejtman-Bach

November 26, 2007

I have called Bob and Elaine Adamenko "mom and dad" for over 20 years... and have called Kathy and Rob my "sister and brother".... I love you guys... and will be around for whatever you need me for... You are very special people and we love you... and Elaine will be missed dearly...

Love,

Liza Schejtman-Bach

Linda Sanderson

November 26, 2007

I am so sorry to hear that this family has lost someone they love. I did not know Elaine, but the joy and love of life I see in her daughter, my friend Katherine, is a testament to Elaine and a life well-lived.

Hiratsuka

November 26, 2007

As friends of Katherine, we extend our deepest sympathy to her and to all of the Adamenko family.
Ken and Gloria

Sandra Lippman

November 26, 2007

To know Elaine was a gift, she will always be a treasured presence in the hearts and minds of all who were graced with having had her touch their lives; I am lucky to be among them.

Andrzej Puchacz

November 26, 2007

Dear Katherine,

It is a very sad news that arrived to me this Monday morning. When we lose our dear ones, we lose part of ourselves. They will stay in our thoughts and prayers forever till the end of our time here. As long as we think of them, they are still with us. I pray for your Mom here in Warsaw and my thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow, Andrzej Puchacz

Evan Rabins

November 25, 2007

A wonderful woman of tireless patience and selflessness. Elaine would do anything for you, it is people like her that form humans into a community. She will be dearly missed.

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