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Emily Benatar Obituary
Benatar was diagnosed last month with bacterial meningitis. No other cases have been diagnosed at Washington University, Wrighton said.
Memories and Condolences
for Emily Benatar
23 Entries
October 7, 2012
I will never forget Emily. I knew her for only a short time but her kindness to me will never be forgotten. She made me feel apart of something special and always made you feel like you were important. Contagious laugh, beautiful soul, unforgettable friend. I wish I had known her longer and could tell her how much she changed my life only in that summer. I miss you, Emily.
Dhanij Desbard
June 3, 2012
I was so overcome with emotion hearing about Emily's passing.....My daughter Alexandra went to elementary school with Emily. I remember her well....And what a super family she had....As I was recently divorced I remember admiring their closeness......Emily was so bright.....A real sweet person (child then....)....I remember you Emily.....Alexandra and I both want to offer our condolences to Emily's family......A loss of unmeasurable proportion
Dhanij Desbard and Alexandra Seymour
Elaine Hogan
May 30, 2012
As our rabbis teach us, "The memory of a good person is a blessing." May the Source of comfort send comfort to all who mourn Emily, of blessed memory.
C F
May 29, 2012
Emily was in one of my classes, a very small one so we all got to know each other pretty well. Her absence meant the class was never the same, and her death means the university will never be the same either. Rest in peace Emily, we will all miss you so much <3
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Lil Pfluke
May 20, 2012
My deepest sympathy to a very special family. I am so sorry...
May 14, 2012
I did not know Emily personally, but know that I am one of many Wash U students who will be keeping her and your family in their thoughts and prayers. May her memory be eternal.
May 14, 2012
To the BENATAR family sorry for your loss may GOD give you his love, peace, and strength in this time of sorrow. May she R.I.P -|-
Erin Stockford
May 14, 2012
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Debbie Bell
May 14, 2012
My daughter is a student at Wash U and mentioned she and Emily were in the same art class. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of such a remarkable and beautiful young lady. As a parent, my heart aches at your loss.
May 12, 2012
All of us in the Palo Alto community are moved and saddened by the loss of this young, vibrant woman. Our hearts ache for her family. May her spirit live on in each of us.
Cassie W
May 12, 2012
benny my girl. everything good to say about you has been said so i'll say this: girl you were HILARIOUS, such a goofball but man i love you. every time i think of you now you're always smiling and laughing. you had this infectious personality that made people gravitate towards you - including myself. il always remember doing your hair for prom, and regret not having that sleepover we said we'd have after i left for college. thanks for all the laughs em, my heart is aching but i'll carry you with me always.
Melissa Sun
May 11, 2012
I knew Emily when I was younger because we used to play soccer together. I remember her vibrant soul and personality. She always knew how to laugh and how to make others join in. Even though I hadn't talked to her in awhile, I remember this one time that she saw me biking and stopped to say hi. I would never have had the courage to do what she did because I honestly didn't think she remembered me. Even though I didn't know her that well, I knew that she was a really nice person. I hope she is resting in peace right now. She deserves it.
May 11, 2012
Many students at Kehillah Jewish High School in Palo Alto knew you and your sisters. When they found out yesterday about your untimely death the news hit hard. You were a wonderful, gifted, daughter/athlete/friend. You will def be missed. Please give your family strength to get through this difficult time.
Jo Kelsey
May 11, 2012
Bless Her Heart, what a Beautiful Young Lady! My condolences to her family and friends!
May 11, 2012
So sorry to hear about this. What a beautiful girl.
Lynn Bozof
May 11, 2012
As a parent who lost her 20 year old son to this same disease, and as president of the National Meningitis Association, www.nmaus.org, my heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. I have been through this. I can't take away the grief, but I can listen. Please feel free to e-mail me at [email protected].
May 11, 2012
To the Benatar family. I don't know you personally But as a Meningitis survivor from 1972 I want to express my sympathies to You over the loss of your beloved Daughter.She and you will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. Regards, Louis A. Kenkel. St Louis , Missouri
May 11, 2012
Emily - your presence in this world was a blessing for all of us.
The heart breaks,
The foundation shakes,
The soul aches.
But the heart heals,
The foundation steels,
And the soul lives on.
May 10, 2012
She will be dearly missed. All my love to the Benatar family.
May 10, 2012
Emily, you will be missed, but we will also smile when we remember you and the time that we had with you. My deep and sincere condolences to your family.
May 10, 2012
Such a special light; her music shone on all around.
May 10, 2012
A beautiful girl on the inside and out.
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