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Sylvia Lavin Obituary
Sylvia Lavin, nee Spatz, loving wife of Sheldon; beloved mother of Debbi (Ira) Rosenberg, Steven H. (Dawn M.) Lavin,
Jerold R. (Julie A.) Lavin; proud grandmother of Amy and Shauna
Rosenberg, Michael and Alexander Lavin, Alexander and Hannah Durham, Ethan and Austin Lavin, Justin Durham, Spencer
Lavin, Tess Durham; proud sister of
Annette Ruskin, Marilyn Rakowsky and Marvin (Linda) Spatz; caring sister-in-law of Bebe (Paul Pink) Lavin-Pink; dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Services Monday, 1 p.m., at North Suburban Synagogue Beth-El, 1175 Sheridan, Highland Park, IL 60035. Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers memorials to North Suburban Synagogue Beth-El or Friends of Israel Defense Forces, Widows and Orphans Fund, 29 E. Madsion, Ste 802, Chicago, IL 60602 of NA'AMAT, 8707 N. Skokie Blvd., #LL2, Skokie IL 60077 would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals,
847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sylvia Lavin
Judy Freeman
February 27, 2021
Is the Sylvia Spatz who attended Roosevelt High?
Joyce Friedman
January 27, 2009
Dear Debbie,
My mother called and told me about your mother. You know that I thought her to be so beautiful inside and out. How very saddened I am for you and your family. She will be so missed but know that each and every member of your family can be so proud of the way she lived her life and was such a special and real person. We are in Florida now but will be remembering my very special babysitter. My sincere condolences to you, your father and the family.
Lisa Mittman
January 26, 2009
To the Lavin and Rosenberg families:
Please except my heartfelt condolence on Sylvia's death. Loss is never easy, and your family has been through so much. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, and may you go from strength to strength.
With love,
Lisa Mittman
Arnold Abrams
January 25, 2009
Dear Shelly,
It was with a great sense of loss that we learned of your beloved Sylvia's passing. Shelle and I send our deepest sympathy; we only wish that we could be with you in your time of sorrow. Although we have not lived in Illinois for many years, my memories of you and Sylvia and the good times that we shared in our earlier years remain very vivid. May the thoughts and prayers of all those who love you help sustain you at this difficult time. You and your family are much in our thought these days.
Lovingly,
Cousins Arnie & Shelle
Cheryl Roberts
January 15, 2009
Debbi and family: We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Debbi's mother. Debbie, you are in our thoughts. Cheryl, Bruce, Josh and Dan Roberts
Peggy and Michael Gerling
January 14, 2009
Sheldon,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family - Sylvia was such a beautiful person and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Our prayers are with you.
Shelley Buntman
January 13, 2009
Dear Debbie, Ira and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss and wanted to express my deepest condolences. I know that your mother will be greatly missed.
Dick and Rhonda Perkins
January 13, 2009
To the Entire Lavin Family:
Sylvia was truly a "Woman Of Valor",
She will sorely be missed by all who knew and loved her. May she rest in Eternal Tranquility and Peace be on her soul!
Marcos Antonio Molina dos Santos
January 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Claudio & Paige Geiger
January 13, 2009
Sheldon,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Please accept our condolences.
Jim Miller
January 12, 2009
I send my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sue Wallerstein
January 12, 2009
Dear Debbi,
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you be comforted by the beautiful memories you have of your mother.
Kathy Knight
January 12, 2009
I work at Riser Animal Hospital ---never was there a time when Sylvia came in with beautiful dogs that she did not tell a joke, She was a breath of fresh air. She was liked by everybody --- She is in my prayers always --- God put his arms around her and lifted her to rest ---God's garden must be beautiful He always takes the best.
Marcia Bender
January 12, 2009
Debbi
Please accept our deepest sympathy. You and your wonderful family are always in our thoughts!
Marcia & Michael Bender
Eleanor Maizell
January 12, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Janet Marks
January 12, 2009
Sheldon, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sorrowful time. Sylvia was a beautiful person and a dear friend. Janet and Julius Marks
Stan and Jill Mikita
January 12, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Geneva Sturges
January 12, 2009
Sheldon Lavin:
You and your family are in my prayers; may God's grace and strength be with you.
"Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted."
Matthew 5:4
Bill Burns
January 12, 2009
Sheldon:
I was saddened to hear of your loss - my condolences to you and your family.
Dick & Joanne O'Connor
January 12, 2009
Shelly, Our condonlences. What a wonderful lady Sylvia was. She and you and your family are in our prayers.
Jim & MaryAnne Shea
January 12, 2009
Shelly, We haven't seen each other the last few years but we think of you often. Our sincerest condolences to you and the family.
Marilyn and Bob Johnson
January 12, 2009
Sylvia was my last true friend, I will miss her so very much. Our hearts go out to all of the family and I hope you find solace in a life well lived.
Love from the Johnsons
Floyd and Barbara Hoffman
January 12, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Dan, Susan and Nick Milovanovic
January 12, 2009
She will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Mike and Marilyn Quinlan
January 12, 2009
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Ray & Sally Allen
January 12, 2009
We always enjoyed Sylvia and her spunk.
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