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Helen Handler

Phoenix, Arizona

1928 - 2016

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Handler, Helen Prominent Phoenix resident, and Holocaust survivor, Helen Handler, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Born Ilona Ackerman on September 18, 1928, Helen was just fifteen years old when she and her entire extended family were transported to Auschwitz where all but she...

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A Tiny but Powerful and Inspirational and FUN Lady. She made you feel that you mattered. Helen had time for Everyone. Her sly little smile and dazzling eyes lit up anyone in her company. I loved Helen so much. Still Do. RIP Helen and be at Peace.

It's Bert give me a call 602-737-5785 it's been a long time

Helen was 1 of the most GENUINE people I ever had the pleasure to know. One trait of Helen's that I really enjoyed was her Humor. She was truly funny and had that little gleam in her eye. and Smile, what a great Smile. RIP Helen. Much love, respect, admiration. ALWAYS.

To Barry,
Your Mother shared her story of hope and love with the world. Her faith was strong and she truly radiated God's love. But, what I remember most, is the love she had in her eyes for you. She was very proud of her son. You were/are her greatest accomplishment.
Your friend always,
Sue

I had the honor to hear you speak in Chandler, AZ several years ago. I bought your book an you were so gracious to sign it for me. I will never forget you an will continue to pass your message on about the Holocaust.

It was an honor to meet Helen and learn about her personal history and triumph over evil. May her memory be a comfort to all who knew her.

In reading her obituary, I realized how much so many people learned from Helen's speeches. I have learned a lot from those who have been through, and written about the horrors of the Holocaust. I just didn't realize that Helen was right here in Phoenix. I attended Central High School and think that I was in a class with her son, Barry. When there is a loss like this, everyone remembers how they were inspired by such a special person.

Thank you Helen for coming into our lives. We were so blessed to know you. We will never forget you! Say hello to our beloved Uri for us. ❤❤

so Beautiful, inside and out