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for Shari Zimble
leslie lawrence
September 14, 2023
I am thinking about Shari now, these many years after her untimely death. We became friends when she knew her cancer was metastatic and my partner Sandy also had metastatic cancer. It was Shari who give me some CD's of Arvo Part's music which I played during Sandy's dying--and again nearly twenty years later when my mother was dying. Now that I'm writing about my mother's death--and about J.S. Bach, I'm reminded of Shari and her gift to me. Part, I've learned, is called the Bach of our century.
Nadine Rabinovitch
November 18, 2008
Mark,Davin,Risa,
Patti,Ken,Lisa,Peter
I am so sorry that Shari died. We roomed together our freshman year at Dartmouth. How lucky was I? I remember being very nervous about leaving my mom and traveling to the States to start college when a letter arrived for me from my future roommate. In it, Shari introduced herself including a photo. She made me feel very welcome and excited about our future together. Shari was the kindest and brightest young woman I met at Dartmouth. I can only imagine the sadness you are all feeling. What an enormous loss. Please accept my condolences and know that I consider myself extremely lucky to have known Shari a little bit.
Nadine Rabinovitch
Roberta Goganian
November 4, 2008
To Shari's family,
I remember Shari from Wellesley High School. I did not know her well, but I can picture her vividly. When I saw her name in the paper yesterday, I read about her and was awed by everything that she did for other people. I do remember that she had an unassuming but kind and confident manner. I am overwhelmed by the knowledge of what she went on to accomplish and how much she cared about others.
Roberta Goganian
Newton MA
Julie Koeninger
November 4, 2008
Hello Mark and Family,
I am a classmate of Shari's from Dartmouth. I didn't know her well, but I do remember her smiling enthusiasm. She was a dynamic person who cared deeply and accomplished a lot. I had the priviledge of proofreading her 25th reunion essay as a reunion committee member. I thought at the time how strong she was and how positive in the face of her illness. She's been in the back of my mind ever since, and I've wondered how she's doing. Then, a few weeks ago at my church, Trinity in Copley Square, I heard her name on the prayer list and knew that things must not be good. I thought of e-mailing, but then decided it was not appropriate since I didn't know if she was well enough to respond and she probably wouldn't remember me anyway. So, please know that you remain in my thoughts and prayers. I also want to express the sympathy of the entire Dartmouth family and the class of '81 in my capacity as co-class secretary. Along with Abner Oakes, it is my job to write or make sure that an obituary gets written for the alumni magazine. Please let me know if there's a particular Dartmouth friend you think might want to help with this.
With sincere sympathy,
Julie Koeninger
Tom Garrett
October 27, 2008
I have known Shari for many years. All of my memories are joyful and optimistic, even through these last struggles. She left a lot to be happy and thankful for.
David, Anne and Liliann Karp
October 27, 2008
Dear Kenny and Patty,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Shari was a remarkable woman whose legacy of wonderful deeds will go on forever. We will keep you in our prayers.
Shari on a beach in South Carolina May 2008
October 26, 2008
marilyn hotes
October 25, 2008
I consider myself fortunate to have met Sheri once. In addition to that memorable meeting, Muriel Paley, my neighbor and friend and Sheri's mother-in-law has spoken to me of Shari's journey over the past few years. These stories reinforced my initial impression of Sheri, that she was a woman of great intelligence, courage and compassion. I am very sorry for your enormous loss. Marilyn J .Hotes Berkeley,CA
Jodi Paley
October 25, 2008
Dear Mark, Davin, Risa, Ken and Patti -
We're thinking of you in your sorrow and sorry that we can't be there with you. Love Reene and Jodi
Jacqui Bowman
October 25, 2008
Dear Paley-Zimble Family, I also worked with Shari in a variety of ways throughout her career in Legal Aid. Her spirit, can do attitude, enthusiasm and overall positive energy and vibes will be sorely missed. I feel that I know each of you because she talked of you so much, particularly the children. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jacqui
Jerry Dubrow
October 25, 2008
Dear Kenny and Patti, my thoughts are with you and your family at this time of your great loss. I can remember Shari growing up in Wenham and all the good times we had at that time. My prayers are with you. Love, Jerry Dubrow
Janice Chiaretto
October 24, 2008
Dear Paley-Zimble families:
I worked with Shari. Her verve, good humor and caring for others was remarkable and memorable. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Jan Chiaretto
Michelle Wildes
October 24, 2008
I am so deeply sorry to hear about your loss. I so enjoyed working with Shari as Davin's advisor last year. My heart and prayers go out to your entire family.
October 24, 2008
I ache for your loss, and extend the deepest sympathy from all of Davin's teachers. While I never had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Zimble, I am getting to know Davin. If it is true what they say that "Acorns don't fall far from the tree," then Shari must have been a very special person, because the son who carries her memory forward in the world is a terrific young man. It is my pleasure to teach him. Please know that all of us at Beaver will remember you all in this difficult time. Warmly,
Mike Albritton
Upper School History
Kelly Lopez
October 24, 2008
Dear Paley-Zimble Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. As Davin's theatre teacher, I knew Shari as a devoted mother who loved and cared deeply about the person Davin is (He is amazing!). I pray for love and strength for your family at this time of mourning.
with love and respect, Kelly Lopez, BCDS
Rita Karp
October 24, 2008
Patti and Kenny
I am so sorry to hear about Shari.
Wish I could be with you on Sunday.
Love, Rita Karp
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