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MYRNA KLAZMER Obituary

Myrna Okeon Klazmer, 75, passed away May 25, 2013, at the Memphis Jewish Home. She was born August 4, 1937. Her parents were Sam and Estelle Okeon. She was the widow of Martin “Marty” Klazmer. She graduated from Central High School in 1955. Myrna attended the University of Illinois where she met her future husband. She was a member of Baron Hirsch Synagogue. The focus of Myrna’s life was her love for her four children, Brenda (Cliff) Liles, Scott (Barbara) Klazmer, Suzanne (Arthur) Back, and Shana (Arie) Hazan and her 13 grandchildren, Maryn Liles, Adam Liles, Blake Klazmer, Martin (Jamie) Klazmer, Shira Klazmer, Kayla Klazmer, Rachel Back, Daniel Back, Mirav Hazan, Noah Hazan, Avior Hazan, Leora Hazan and Ayala Hazan. She leaves a brother David (Pat) Okeon, and two sisters Elaine (Ronnie) Rosenberg and Doris (Don) Jackson. Myrna dedicated 30 years in service to the Beth Sholom Religious School where she was adored by all the children, especially the teenagers. She was a brilliant artist who brightened her parent’s home and her home with beautiful drawings and paintings. She was an accomplished calligrapher whose talents were in high demand. The family requests donations be made to the Memphis Jewish Home, 36 Bazeberry Road, Cordova, TN 38018, the Michael J. Fox Foundation at michaeljfox.org, or the charity of the donor’s choice. Please contact Baron Hirsch Synagogue or Canale Funeral Home for funeral arrangements.

Published by The Commercial Appeal from May 26 to May 30, 2013.
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Brenda, Scott, Suzanne and Shana,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I remember her as a very sweet women who always had a smile on her face. My deepest condolences.

Michael Belz

May 29, 2013

Brenda, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I remember her being so kind and full of life. Jeannine, Glenn and Dan Barganier

Jeannine Barganier

May 29, 2013

Brenda, I have such wonderful memories of your mom. There was a time, when she was really like a second mom to me. I'm so sorry for your loss. Love, Andee Pure Williamson

May 29, 2013

Brenda, Scott, Suzanne and Shana

I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, what a sweet and kind lady she was. I remember all the outings when I was young in your home on McElroy Rd. May the love of family and friends guide you in the days ahead. Thinking of you all.

Pamela Benjamin

May 27, 2013

Much love to the Klazmer children. I have wonderful memories of your mom and the many years Shana and I spent making our moms crazy with our shenanigans in high school! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Laura Josel

May 26, 2013

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