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Shirley Tobias Obituary

Shirley Tobias, nee Kerman, 91, beloved wife of the late Alfred; loving mother of Judy and Renee Tobias; devoted daughter of the late Jake and Bessie; cherished sister of the late Norman. Chapel service Friday 12:15 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity. For information, tributes and condolences: (847) 255-3520 or www.shalom2.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 22, 2015.

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February 29, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Dad & I were away (he was in rehab) when she passed. But as soon as we heard, she's been in our thoughts and prayers. Such a wonderful woman with a smile that lit up the world. You were blessed to have her for your mother. Treasure the memories.

Stu Reiner

Judy and Renee

December 4, 2015

Mom - we miss you every day. You were our third musketeer. Your smile could light up a room and it always lit up our hearts

Callie Ahlborn

October 25, 2015

Sorry for your loss Renee. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Bart Tasca

October 25, 2015

So Long Cupcake,From Butch.

October 23, 2015

A wonderful person who will be missed by anyone lucky enough to come in contact with her.
Mel & Sandy Goldstein

Woody gollay

October 22, 2015

Shirley's smile always lit the room...even facing the "dreaded" diabetes demon! A rock solid marriage and a pair of very talented daughters helped ease her challenges. You see a lot you can never have imagined in 91 years. Shirley saw and she shared

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Shalom Memorial Funeral Home - Arlington Heights

1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004-9607

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