MICHELE CAPLAN Obituary
It is with great sadness that the Caplan family announces that Michele J. Caplan passed away on September 5, 2018 at the age of 65. Michele was a native of Greenfield but built her life and family with her late husband, Jeffrey Paul Caplan in Churchill, PA. A graduate of Duffs Business School and one time employee of General Electric and CVS Pharmacy, Michele's favorite job and one that she was most proud of was that of being mother to her two children, Heather Faith Ewing (P.K.) and Adam Ross Caplan. Michele's warmth and involvement in synagogue activities and with the Hadassah Women's Zionist Organization brought her close to her community and friends. A cancer fighter and survivor for 23 years, her tenacity inspired everyone she met. She passed peacefully surrounded by her children and family. In addition to her children she is survived by her fiancé, Eric Haverstock and cousin, Fred Orlansky. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Sunday at 11 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (10 - 11 a.m.). Interment Shaare Torah Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Parkway Jewish Center, 300 Princeton Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 or American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. www.schugar.com
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Debra Wines
September 29, 2018
Dear Heather and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you will miss your mother, but she fought so hard to stay with you for as long as she could. She was a beautiful lady. Prayers to your family.
September 8, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May the God who binds up the broken hearted and comfort all who mourn sustain you and your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
September 8, 2018
As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in May God be your strength in this time of sorrow Matthew 5:4 "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted."
My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4,,,
September 7, 2018
You have our deepest sympathies. We pray in your behalf, and we look forward to the day when we will welcome back our loved ones on a Paradise earth. Psm 37:29
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September 7, 2018
Please except my condolences, know that the God of comfort feel your pain and sorrow Isaiah 61:1,2. My deepest and sincere condolences to your families and friends.
September 7, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family at this difficult time, we look forward to the day when we will welcome back our loved ones on a paradise earth. Psm. 37:29
Marina Maguire
September 7, 2018
I could not have asked for a more sincere friend than Michele. I will always reflect on our times together to keep her memory alive. She was the sister that I did not have. Her children are my second children. I will be there for them when and if they need me from here on. Rest eternally Michele with God Jeff and Morey. Will always love you.
Sharyn Glasser Lantzman
September 7, 2018
I was friends with Michele in high school. I am so saddened to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 7, 2018
My heart goes out to your family in this time of sorrow. Losing a loved one in death is like no other pain. May God's promise of escape from death in the future sustain the family in this time of grief. (Psalms 68:20)
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