Roberta Corets

Roberta CORETS Roberta Corets, age 78, of Bellevue, Wash., passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, May 9, 2011, after a brief illness. Roberta is survived by her husband of 53 years, Ellis; daughters Elaine, Eva (Josh Beloff), Marilyn (Adam Mihlstin) and Linda (Bryan Staats); and grandchildren Reid and Madison Beloff, Brooke Mihlstin, Max and Taye Staats. Roberta was born and raised in the Bronx, NY. She was a talented visual artist and professionally trained textile designer. Roberta was a graduate of High School of Music and Art (now LaGuardia High School) and Pratt Institute in NY. Ellis and Roberta married in 1957 and moved to Bellevue in 1962. They were proud founding members of Congregation Ner Tamid. Roberta was a homemaker and active member of several charitable organizations including Congregation Ner Tamid, Herzl-Ner Tamid Sisterhood, Women's American ORT, Hadassah and most recently, City of Hope. Although she dedicated her time and artistic talent to countless projects, fund-raising efforts and publications, her proudest accomplishments were her beloved children and grandchildren. Funeral services were held on May 11, 2011, at Herzl-Ner Tamid Conservative Congregation followed by burial at Herzl Memorial Park. The family thanks the compassionate and dedicated team at Overlake Hospital Critical Care Unit. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to City of Hope Seattle Chapter, 1309 114th Ave SE, Ste 201, Bellevue, WA 98004; http://www.cityofhope.com/giving/how-to-help/Pages/default.aspx or Overlake Hospital Foundation, Critical Care, 1035 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 https://www.overlakehospital.org/support-overlake/donations-form.aspx.