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Natalie Smulyan Obituary
Natalie Jean Stolkin Smulyan
Age 91 of Indianapolis passed away surrounded by her family September 28, 2013. She was born in Indianapolis to Robert and Anna Stolkin on December 26, 1921.
Natalie was a graduate of Shortridge High School and attended the University of Illinois, where she was a member of Sigma Delta Tau Sorority.
She worked at L.S. Ayres and Giddings/Jenny for many years.
She was a member of Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, Beth-El Sisterhood, National Council of Jewish Women, Jewish Welfare Federation Lion of Judah, Hadassah and Broadmoor Country Club.
Natalie was predeceased by her husband Sam and grandson David. She is survived by her daughter Ms. Dale S. Friedlander of Indianapolis; sons, Jeff (Heather) Smulyan of Indianapolis, IN, and Jim Smulyan of Beverly Hills, CA; also survived by grandchildren Amy (Todd) Hoffman, Cari Smulyan, Brad (Leslie) Smulyan and Samantha Smulyan; great grandchildren Avery and Sophie Hoffman and Liam Smulyan as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was a woman who was loved and adored by her family and many friends. Natalie always had a smile and a remarkable sense of humor. She was a source of laughter and consolation for generations of family and friends. She will be missed but will live in all of our hearts forever.
Her family would like to thank her many caregivers, her counselor, Elliot Levin and her Doctor, Mason Goodman who always was by her side.
Funeral Services will be held at Congregation Beth-El Zedeck, 600 West 70th Street, Tuesday October 1, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Beth-El Zedeck Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Uncle Davy's Cabin or the Sam Smulyan Lecturship Fund both at Congregation Beth-El Zedeck or to the charity of donor's choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Mortuary. Friends my leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at http://www.arnmortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Natalie Smulyan
Chris Woodward-Duncan
October 2, 2013
Jeff and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I have fond memories of your Mom at all the Emmis events over the years and loving them. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this difficult time.
October 1, 2013
My heartfelt condolences go out to the Smulyan family she will truly be missed. Sandra Mackey
bonnie bangoura
October 1, 2013
rest peacefully miss natalie
bonnie bangoura
October 1, 2013
it was an honor to assist miss natalie. we enjoyed many warm and informing moments. she will be missed .bless each of you dale,jimmy and jeff. bonnie bangoura..
Bob Padgett
October 1, 2013
Natalie was a friendly, loving and intelligent lady who always had a smile for family and friends. She loved people and was loved in return.
Jay Levinson
September 30, 2013
I have many memories of Natalie Smulyan. Childhood memories,funny memories and those memories taking our friendship beyond my childhood years. There are far too many to begin documenting here yet this is the first unpleasant memory of her. When I heard she passed the first thing that came to my mind was the look of joy in my daughters eyes when she gave her a teddy bear from her personal collection. I guess I missed the chance to tell her how I felt. My bad, so let me say now that I loved her and know that I am not alone. My condolences to her loved ones may she rest in peace.
Ruth
September 30, 2013
My condolence to the family of Natalie J. Smulyan. May our Heavenly Father provide strength and comfort to the family during this time of grief and may the family find comfort in the words found at Jeremiah 29:11
HELEN EVANS
September 30, 2013
TO THE FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR
YOUR LOSS. SHE Will BE MISSED.
Lisa Adams
September 30, 2013
My favorite memory of Mrs. Smulyan was when her good friend and her would be giggling and eating chocolate covered strawberries on the plane and hoping they'd always leave one just for me. They did!
Mike Dugan
September 30, 2013
Jeff:
I am so sorry to hear the news about your mother.I will remember her and the family in my prayers.
A former teammate of your little league team from 1959 ...
September 30, 2013
Dear Jeff, Dale, Jimmy and Family,
It was a wonderful twist of fate to find the Indianapolis Smulyans long ago. Natalie was always kind, warm, and welcoming to me whenever I saw her. She was so clearly and deeply loved by her devoted children, and will be missed in equal measure. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Deb Smulyan
Bev Lunsford (Ex.Asst./PNC)
September 30, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JoAnne Koplow
September 30, 2013
Dear Dale,Jeff,Jimmy & the rest of the family My thoughts are with you. She was a wonderful friend with a marvelous sense of humor and extremely caring. Loved her a lot!
Karen Freeman-Wilson
September 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Smulyan family.
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