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Shirley Kuvent Obituary
Kuvent, 85
ARIZONA -- Shirley was born in Chicago, Ill. She attended Portland High School and the University of Maine. Shirley was an avid artist and was recognized for her ceramics and paintings.
Shirley was past president of ORT and held many board positions. She produced and directed many stage plays while living in Florida. Shirley was always a gracious hostess. She lovingly fed, entertained, and provided a sympathetic ear to all at her kitchen table.
Shirley was predeceased by her beloved husband, Arnold; and son, Larry Segal. She is survived by her children, Donna Segal, Robert and Meri Kuvent; her grandchildren, Jamie, Stewart, Lauren, Jared, Omar, Zachary and Ethan; and great-granddaughter, Madison.
Services will be held on Friday, June 3, at 1 p.m., at Independent Death Care, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland. Burial will take place at Temple Beth El Cemetery. Shiva will be observed at 3 Van Carll Circle, Scarborough, on Saturday at 6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made in her memory to:
The Steven Laskoff Memorial Fund Care of JCA
57 Ashmont St.
Portland, Maine 04103
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Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Leslie Johnson
June 4, 2011
Donna,
Sorry to read about the passing of your mother.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bonnie Cohen Levy
June 4, 2011
Dear Bob, Donna and family,
I am so sorry for your loss! I remember Shirley as such a warm and lovely woman who always made everyone she knew feel special. For so many years your parents and mine were best of friends and a part of our lives. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Harris & Evelyn Cohen
June 4, 2011
Bob, Donna and family,
We were so very saddened to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a wonderful wife, devoted mother and a best friend. We were so close to Shirley and Arnold for many, many years in Maine and are both dearly missed.
June 3, 2011
Bob, Donna, and family: I am very sad to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a big presence in my younger days. She, Arnold and my parents were best of friends. I will always remember her graciousness, her smile, and her ability to entertain with her fabulous cooking. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ....Susan Cohen (Dallas, Tx.)
Pam Cohen
June 3, 2011
To Bob, Donna and relatives:
I am so very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was very present in my life when I was growing up. I'll never forget her kindness, or her wonderful cooking. She was a terrific woman.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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