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Bessie Packer Obituary

PACKER, BESSIE 91, - of Atlantic City, passed away on August 10, 2008 at Mainland Manor in Pleasantville. Bessie was born in North Adams, MA, but lived most of her life in Atlantic City. Her husband, Herbert, was the love of her life and he predeceased her in 1994. She was also predeceased by her sisters, Sophia Freeman and Sadie Cooper and her brother, Herman Gulkin. Bessie, along with Herbert, owned Packer's Corner in Atlantic City for many years. She later was employed as an executive secretary for the Atlantic City Retail Merchants Association and later as a Public Relations Officer for Midlantic Bank. Her last occupation was as a bookkeeper for Polly's Dress Shop. In past years, she was active with Community Synagogue and the Jewish Theological Seminary. Bessie is survived by her loving daughter and son-in-law, Jane and John Nyilas. Relatives and friends are invited to attend graveside services, Tuesday, August 12th, at 12noon, at Rodef Sholom Cemetery in Egg Harbor Twp. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Jewish Theological Seminary or to Mainland Manor, 930 Church Street, Pleasantville, NJ 08232. Arr. ROTH-GOLDSTEINS' MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Atlantic City

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Aug. 12, 2008.

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Jerome Moskowitz

August 13, 2008

Dear Jane, I hope that many wonderful memories of your mom will ease your sense of loss over time. Although I did not know her well, I do remember her as a strong and vibrant soul. And her best gift to us -- you! Love, Jerome

Rosemary Gallo Risley

August 12, 2008

Dear Jane, I don't know if you will remember me but my name is Rosemary. I lived in your grandparent's building on States Ave. You and I use to do "shows" for your parents in the apartment you lived in on the bottom floor of the building. Your grandparents made the best doughnuts and pastry in the summer when the bakery on Pacific Ave. was opened. I liked your mom and all of your family. I'm sorry for your loss. Rosemary Gallo Risley I think our apartment number was B2 or B4. Take Care. Rosemary

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