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ALISA GOLDSTEIN Obituary

ALISA GOLDSTEIN Alisa Dawn Goldstein, age 42, of Las Vegas, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013. Alisa was born April 6, 1970, to the late Morton Goldstein and Dolores (Jaffe) Goldstein, in Sunrise Hospital. Alisa was struck by a car in 1975, an incident which would change the course of her life. In a coma for 25 days, her survival was a miracle and she was deemed, "The Miracle of Sunrise Hospital" by Mr. Nate Adelson. Alisa loved life and her attitude was infectious. She loved art, music and dance. She was spiritual, she loved God and she was very, very, funny. Alisa struggled with physical challenges and a brain injury which significantly impacted her short-term memory. Yet, she refused to let these challenges hold her back. If she forgot your name she simply gave you a new one. She became an amazing artist and was honored for her work by the Nevada Special Olympics at a gala affair. She was an amazing piano player who never took a lesson. She could hear a song one time and play it back perfectly. She loved everybody. Alisa is survived by her mother, Dolores Goldstein of Las Vegas; sister, Laurie (Tracy) Krauthamer of Lake Oswego, Ore.; stepmother, Janet Goldstein; nephews, Jordan, Jared and Josiah Krauthamer of Lake Oswego; uncles, Hal Goldstein of Northridge, Calif., and Ronnie (Louise) Jaffe of Hilo, Hawaii. She was preceded in death by her father, Mort Goldstein; grandparents, Mike and Sylvia Jaffe and Jack and Gusta Goldstein; and uncle, Eddie Jaffe. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at Palm Valley View Memorial Park, 7600 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas. Donations in Alisa's memory may be made to Nathan Adelson Hospice or Lupus of Nevada.

Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal from Mar. 23 to Mar. 24, 2013.
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Alisa is on my mind day and night. When I look at a star I look for the one that is bright. Her smile is the most special and I know that it is right. Her hugs warm my heart and soul plus brings my life to last forever until the end of The night.

Caitlin morris

December 7, 2014

Alisa is the brightest star and softest rainbow in my dreams and will always be my rarest flower in my garden

Caitlin morris

August 30, 2014

Alisa is my true friend and sister. There is always a day when i think about her constantly. No one in the entire world that could replace how much she loved and cared about me. I'm happy i met her at Tony Roma in las Vegas. She made me things that i will treasure forever. Love you ALisa x o x o

Caitlin Morris

January 26, 2014

My name is Caitlin and I am Alisa's Best friend and she was a Big sister to me. She is always in my heart and I know when she is around me. Her spirit lifted me up to Move on in my life but I will never find such a special person like her. I love you Alisa forever

Caitlin M

July 29, 2013

My condolences...I was one of her therapists in Washington. I remember her vividly, especially her smile and laughter.

Lisa Archide

June 11, 2013

Dear Dolores; I am so sorry to hear of Alisa's passing. I met you both when I came to your house to do her evaluation for the PCA program. I still have the picture of the Star of David she made with beads. I remember attending her birthday party a few years ago and you got mad at me (not really mad) for giving her $20.00! Know that I am thinking of you and your (our) great loss to humanity. She is now is Heaven and is surrounding us with her love.

Sharon Braun-Pope

March 28, 2013

Beautiful Alisa,

You touched so many lives. I have so many fond memories of you. I met your sister, Laurie when I was only 2 years old. I have always felt to be a part of your family. We were one big happy extended family. You will be missed so much. I know that you will always be with us in spirit.

A lady bug landed on me the day after you left us. It sat on my hand, looked at me, fluttered its wings and flew away. I have not seen a lady bug in years. I felt your spirit and that you were saying good-bye. The stars will shine brighter now that you are in heaven.

I Love you,
Laura (Laurie Sue)

Laura Seideman

March 27, 2013

Dear Dee, Laurie, Tracy and family,
Alisa touched so many lives, mine included and for that, I am forever grateful that I will have lasting memories of her beautiful, sweet personality and vibrant smile.
My deepest sympathy to you all,
With much love, Nancy

Nancy Seideman

March 27, 2013

I feel so blessed to have gotten to know Alisa, her family, and the care & love they share so freely. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and she is with our Father in Heaven now. God bless you.
Love, Diane

Diane Welstad

March 27, 2013

Dear Dolores and Laurie, now Alisa is a shining Angel in heaven but she shined while she was down here for her whole life! We will always remember her smiles and "I love you's" they will stay I'm our hearts forever, she will be forever loved!!

Felice and Frank Lozano

March 27, 2013

We always loved Alisa (Hammer)This was Bud's nickname for her. We know she is in heaven with a perfect body.We will always remember how we had such great times we had with the girls& Alisa was always there keeping up with them even with her disablity.

Love in Christ,
Bud & Sonja Madden

Bud& Sonja Madden

March 26, 2013

so sorry to hear of such a great loss,prayers to the family.heaven has gained another angel .love tina

tina matteucci

March 26, 2013

michael weir

March 26, 2013

Dear Dolores and family, Eric and I are saddened to learn of Alisa's passing. We will always remember and love her. She was a very special young lady and we will miss her. Sherry and Eric Gaisin

Sherry Gaisin

March 25, 2013

I was one of the nurses that took care of Alisa after her accident when she was in Pediatrics at Sunrise. I have never forgotten the little girl with the big smile. I cannot tell you the number of times I have talked about "this amazing little girl" and her fight for recovery. She was very determined and worked very hard to recover. I also remember the support,encouragement and love of her family. I am very sorry for your loss.Cindy Franks Las Vegas, NV

March 25, 2013

Delores and Laurie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Love to you all.

Michelle Crisostomo Dove

March 25, 2013

Dear Delores,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family with the loss of your beautiful daughter, Alisa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Gayle and Howard Rosenberg

March 25, 2013

Alisa was a very special person, she will never be in our hearts and prayers forever.

March 24, 2013

My mom, Minnie Hunter, probably kept God up nights praying for the miracle that was Alisa's survival in 1975. My prayers surround you now. Please accept my sincere sympathies for your loss.

Cathie Hunter Sutfin

March 24, 2013

We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Alisa Dawn. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to all of you.
Debbie, Joel, and Sarah Karasik

March 24, 2013

Dearest Sister D,
Part of my Heart will always be with your precious Alisa Dawn, as She is smiling & dancing in Heaven. Watching over her Loving & Brave Mother & Sister & all who Loved her. She was indeed your Miracle child.
Sending you comfort & Love, "Aunt Judy"

"Aunt" Judy Markham

March 24, 2013

Although Alisa is no longer with us physically, her beautiful spirit will always surround her loving family and those of us who had the joy of knowing her. My love to you, Dolores, and your family and my deepest sympathy for your loss.

Benese Scherrer

March 24, 2013

Hello my name is dawn im a friend of joans my condolences to your family im very sorry for your loss you and your family will be in my prayers

Dawn Hagaman

March 24, 2013

Joan Daniels

March 24, 2013

My heart goes out to the Family who I have known for many years I am so sorry for their loss my prayers go to you Dolores

Joan Daniels

March 24, 2013

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