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Susan Drobny Obituary

Susan Lee Drobny, nee Klein, 69, beloved wife of Arnold for 45 years; treasured and devoted mother of Allison (Jim) Popowski; adored daughter of Janet and the late Donald Klein; dear sister of Don (Chris) Klein; cherished aunt, cousin and friend of many. Memorial service Friday 10 AM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. For information and to leave tributes and condolences: (847) 255-3520 or www.shalom2.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 6, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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Linda Polaretzki

October 31, 2020

Sue, you and I had so many good times which in turn became wonderful memories. Rest In Peace

Linda Goldman Polaretzki

Mary McNeal

November 10, 2014

Dear Arnie,
Please know that you and your family are in my prayers during this time of bereavement.

Anna Ljubicic

November 8, 2014

Dear Arnie and Family,
I was very saddened to hear about the passing of your dearest wife.
PLEASE accept my sincerest condolences. My prayers are with you.
SINCERELY,
Anna ljubicic

November 7, 2014

My condolences to you and your family during your bereavement.
Chris Chiles

November 6, 2014

My deepest condolences to Arnold and the family.

Cousin Earl Rodney
Pembroke Pines, Florida

Sharon Cohen

November 6, 2014

Dear Arnie,

Those of us in the Social Studies department felt we knew Sue as well as we knew you... You were always the devoted husband and support system in her life, putting Sue's needs ahead of yours. Please accept my heartfelt condolences, and know that your friends are there for you. You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Susan, from the Highland Park High School 1963 yearbook

Larry Marks

November 6, 2014

Susan Lee (Klein) Drobny is remembered with sadness by her classmates at Highland Park High School, Class of 1963. Her photograph from the 1963 High School yearbook is attached.

Larry Marks
Webmaster
http://www.hphs1963.com

Pete Kamberis

November 6, 2014

Arnie and Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss.

Jeff Berke

November 6, 2014

Arnie - My sincerest condolences for the loss of Susan. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Cathy Forde

November 6, 2014

My condolences and prayers to you and your family on the passing of your wife. She will be missed by all that loved her and had the honor of knowing your family.

Linda Polaretzki (Goldman)

November 6, 2014

Sympathies to the Drobny family on your loss.

Linda Polaretzki (Goldman)

November 6, 2014

Will always remember our friendship, especially 7th and 8th grade.

Bob Shmikler

November 6, 2014

I am saddened to hear of Sue's passing. I knew her as a good hearted person. Although we have had little interaction since high school I will always remember her fondly.
My sympathy to her family.
Bob Shmikler

Little Giant Yearbook photo, Highland Park High School, Class of 1963

Larry Marks

November 6, 2014

Joan bartelson

November 6, 2014

My condolences. A contribution will be made to ST. Jude's

Leonard and Loralee Krajkiewicz

November 6, 2014

We extend our deepest heartfelt condolences.

Bert Yablon

November 6, 2014

I just read about your tragic loss of Susan and I want to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I hope your fond memories brings you some measure of comfort to all of you

With Sincere Regrets...

marti koplin

November 6, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Drobney and Klein family.
My heart is heavy for your loss. Susan was an inspiration for all of us.
Love and hugs, Marti Koplin

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