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AMY GOREN Obituary
GOREN, AMY FRANCINE Jan. 31, 1952 to Nov.15, 2010 On November 15th, Amy lost her brief battle with cancer. At her side was her husband and cherished friends and family. An angel, adored by husband Aaron De Groot, the daughter of the late Sylvia and Sydney Goren of Chicago, the sister of Mark Goren who preceded her in death. The niece of cherished aunt Jan Paul and cousin of Corky Moch, both of Chicago. Amy was a UCSD graduate and earned her Master's at UCSB. She was a speech and language pathologist for over three decades, mostly with the San Diego Unified School District. Her last assignment before retirement in 2009 was at La Jolla Elementary School. Over the years, Amy gave voice to hundreds if not thousands of children. A patient and loving educator, Amy brought smiles and joy to the children and staff at every school she worked at. A proud liberal, Amy over the years gave her heart to numerous progressive causes. She always stood for the underdog. Children in need was her most heart felt cause. Amy will be remembered by those who knew her as a real friend and a self-made person. She leaves all those who knew her with a vacant spot in their hearts. Angel, I miss you and will always love you. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society, Project Wildlife or the Polinsky Children's Center.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Lynne Oxhorn-Ringwood
November 15, 2024
Dearest Aaron,
With continuing condolences for the loss of your wonderful wife and the loss of your life together. I think of Amy often and the fun times we shared together. It hardly seems possible that she has been gone for all this time. thinking of you, too, Aaron and hoping you are well.
Lynne Oxhorn-Ringwood
November 16, 2020
My Dearest Amy,
Your spirit soars in my heart still today. I miss you and cherish all the wonderful times we had together. I love you.
Gayle Watkins
December 13, 2010
I remember Amy as a very special person. She had such a loving heart. Amy I always looked forward to you walking into the office with your bright smile. You always made my day brighter. you will be missed.
Robbie Jackson
December 5, 2010
I remember Amy as a vital, enthusiastic, curious, smart graduate student who created a joyful environment for all who were lucky enough to be around her. Through the years her dedication to the field of Speech-Language Pathology and her students was a model for all. She is missed.
December 4, 2010
We will miss you Amy, You were a bright light in La Jolla Elemetary
Juan Chavez
December 3, 2010
Aaron,
I just heard from Lynne about Amy, and I am crushed. This is really a hard one, and I am so sorry. We loved Amy and will never be able to fill the void in our hearts.
Paul Ringwood
Yvonne Morgan
December 2, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss. Amy was a grad student when I was an undergrad in Speech & Hearing at UCSB. I admired her brains as we completed our studies there. We then worked together in SDCS, both as SDL Itinerant Teachers and Speech-Language Pathologists. I'm so sorry she didn't have longer to enjoy her retirement, which was well-deserved.
Donna Swanson-Perrelet
November 24, 2010
Aaron - my thoughts and prayers are with you in you in your time of loss and grief. I know you were the love of Amy's life. Amy's contagious laugh and good humor will be missed by all who were touched by her presence.
Pam Holzman
November 24, 2010
Aaron, I pray that you will find beauty, goodness and joy in life again. I know you had too little time together, but hope the beauty of Amy's goodness and your joy in your time together will help you through the days ahead. My heart is heavy for you.
Mama V. & Family
November 23, 2010
For 18 years we have been gifted by her love, generous heart, and vibrant personality. We are grateful to have had her in our lives and hearts for even this brief period. Thank you Aaron for making her so happy - we join you in your grief.
Marianne Gannon
November 21, 2010
My deepest condolences for your loss. I knew Amy through the San Diego City Schools' Speech Language Pathology department. She will be missed.
November 21, 2010
I'm sorry for your loss, Aaron.
-Claudia Hardin
November 21, 2010
We spent a brief but very special long weekend this past summer in San Diego with Amy and Aaron. It was definitely a "meant-to-be" opportunity to reconnect our families since we live so far away. Our memories of that trip to San Diego are even more precious now that we have lost our Amy. Lots of love to Aaron with the hope that time will help to heal your broken heart.
Your Canadian cousins,
Joanne and Allen
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