Esther Mann Obituary

Esther Malkah Mann, age 96 of Palm Desert, CA, formerly of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Cherished mother of Michael (Summer) Mann and S. Swaminathan (formerly known as David Mann). Devoted grandmother of Ami Canaan Mann, Thirupathi Konkanavar Mann, Aran Reo Mann (Michael Graham), Jessie Rosa Mann, Rebecca Eva Mann, Kumar Mann, Ram Swaminathan, Kamakshi Mann, Mirabai Raina Mann and great-grand child Zoe Annabel Golub Mann. A private family service will be held Sunday. In lieu of flowers, please donate to one of Esther's favorite charities: 1. The Living Desert at www.livingdesert.org. 2. The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) at www.jdc.org. All donations made in Esther's name will be directed to the TEVET Initiative, which provides employment training and job-placement services for Ethiopian-Israelis.Info Mitzvah Memorial Funerals 630-MITZVAH (630-648-9824), or www.mitzvahfunerals.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Esther Mann

14 Entries

Carolyn Tanner

February 15, 2020

A remarkable woman who touched many lives.

Carolyn Tanner

February 15, 2019

Esther is now, and always will be, sorely missed.

Stanley Peck

March 12, 2014

Sincere condolences to the entire Mann family. Esther was a joy to know, with many memories of shared adventures from Sicily to India. Our many visits to Chicago and Palm Desert, and her visits to Mill Valley will be remembered as cherished moments.

carol freeman

March 9, 2014

Heart felt condolences the Mann family and all those we knew and loved this extraordinary woman. We met in India in 2001 and remained friends. Thanks for the memories Esther. You are in my heart always.

February 26, 2014

Dear family of Esther Mann,
Esther and my husband, Maury Kesler, were friends for many years. They occupied space to display their wares in the Mart along the Chicago River.
We became neighbors and friends when we lived on Hinman Av. in Evanston, Il.
I remember her as a strong and vibrant person and have fond memories of her.
Judith Kesler, Lakewood Ranch, Fl.

February 26, 2014

Dear Family of Esther Mann,
Esther and my husband, Maury Kesler, were friends for many years. They both occupied space at the Mart along the Chicago River.
We bacame neighbors and friends at 910 Hinman Av. in Evanston,Il. I remember her as a strong and independent person. She will be missed.
Judith Kesler, Lakewood Ranch, Fl.

February 24, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Mann family on the loss of a mighty matriarch.
"For all our days have come to their decline in your fury; We have finished our years just like a whisper. In themselves the days of our years are seventy years; And if because of special mightiness they are eighty years." (Psalm 90:9, 10)

Jeff and Linda Lewis

February 23, 2014

We are thinking of you today and remembering lots of enjoyable lunches and dinners with Esther when she was in Des Moines. We hope you find solace in her long and productive life. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Flo and Mort Henshell

February 22, 2014

It was an honor to know Esther, a most unforgettable person. Our memories are
ones of joy and pleasure. We are grateful for her allowing us into her life. She will be sorely missed but never forgotten.

Carolyn Tanner

February 22, 2014

I have such fond memories of her and I admired and loved her. She was a caring person and meant so much to me. She gave me, as a young designer, such wise guidance when she was workig with me in placing my work in her show room in the Chicage Mart. She taught me so much. She visited me and my husband Rhett, in Atlanta, and I visited her in Chicago.I am so very sorry that I was not in touch with her for so long. Our sympathy and prayers go out to her family and friends for their great loss. Hers was a life well lived.

Michael Diersing

February 22, 2014

Michael, It was an honor to have met your Mother, I'm sure she'll be greatly missed.

Teresa Goodall

February 22, 2014

Such a strong, intelligent woman. A role model, for sure.

Teresa Mudryk

February 21, 2014

Dear Michael, David & families,
Your mom will be greatly missed. She was an interesting and wonderful woman & mentor. She worked hard and lived her life to the fullest. I learned so much from working with her and still practice many of the things she taught me in my own business. She loved and adored both of you, your families and was extremely proud of her grandchildren.
Wishing you peace.
Fondly, Teresa Theisen-Mudryk

February 21, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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