Barbara Shikora

Joanie, Joey, & Jonathan, I am SO sorry to have just learned about this. I just want to bake you cookies and wrap my arms around you. Working as "Bon Bon's" maid for those few weeks of madness that fall way back when, was one of the strangest and most cherished experiences of my life, although Joey and Jonathan, when you were 15 & 17 cleaning your rooms was a rough gig. I told Bon Bon why I left abruptly while you were on vacation in Jamaica, but I never told you guys. I left because i fell...

As the Cantor at Temple Beth El of Hollywood, I got to know Barbara during her winters in Florida. What a wonderful, warm lady! Always with a smile and nice word to say.
I always enjoyed seeing her and had a memorable "welcome back" conversation just days 4 days before she passed on.
I will never forget her!
May her memory be a blessing.

Dear John, Joe, and Joan,& Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.Sending prayers and good thoughts your way for comfort during this difficult time. Your Mom was a neat lady.
Sincerely, Linda Scrimenti

Joe, John and Joan,

I was saddened to learn of Barb's passing. May your hearts always be warm with the memories of Barb and Mel. I know that they were very proud of all of you and were always there to help. Their love of life was infectious. May you be blessed with that love.

I feel honored to have been a small part of their lives.

Dear Shikora Family and Sid,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Dear Shikora Family,

My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. I was a friend of John and Joe in high school. Your mom was great. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I remember your Mom from our involvement in Civil Rights issues in Milwaukee during the 60's. She recruited me to work with her on the summer program she and others at the temple started to bring in children from the city who were affected by the rioting to have a safe and fun summer. We also worked together on programs at Henry Clay where our children both attended. I wiil always remember her kindness and generousity to those in need and her enormous capacity for doing good as well as her...

My parents lived next door to Barbara and Mel on Lake Drive for many years. I had also known her when we were both teens. I am so sorry to hear she has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Barbara was so special and loved by everyone, my thoughts and prayers go out to Barbara's family. Sending love. what a beautiful woman she will be missed.