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Eva Salier Obituary
AGE: 91 • Formerly of Vineland
Eva Salier, 91, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2014, in Fountain Valley, California. Eva lived in Vineland, New Jersey, for over 50 years with her loving husband, Max Salier. She was born in 1923 in Koblenz, Germany. She was a Holocaust survivor and wrote a memoir of her experience in the concentration camps entitled, "Survival of a Spirit." As a resident in Vineland, she was best known for her art work. She created commercial art for numerous local clients and became the Art Director for the Vineland Times Journal where she drew political cartoons and did layout and design. She also designed and created sets and costumes at the Vineland Little Theatre. Eva taught art for several years and touched many lives with her paintings and portraits. She participated in numerous art shows, both regionally and in Philadelphia. Her painting, "Wiesje's Children," is on view at the Goodwin Holocaust Museum, and she also has a painting at the Koblenz Mittelrhein Museum in Germany. Eva was noted for her positive attitude towards life, her warmth, and great sense of humor.
She is survived by her two sons, Edward Salier and wife Patricia of Los Angeles, California, and Ralph Thomas Salier-Hellendag and wife Jane of Chicago, Illinois, plus five grandchildren she adored. She was predeceased by her husband, Max Salier in 1983.
A Graveside Service and Burial will be held on August 15, 2104 at 11am in Alliance Cemetery Norma, NJ. Services will be conducted by Rabbi Dr. Murray J. Kohn. Donations in memory of Eva may be made to:
1. Hebrew Women's Benevolent Society, Attn: Doris Hecht, 835 Queens Rd. Vineland, N.J. 08361
2. Goodwin Holocaust Museum, 1301 Springdale Rd. Cherry Hill, N.J. 08003. Arrangements are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360. To send online condolences please visit our website at WWW.RONEFUNERALSERVICE.COM
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Tommy Salier
August 19, 2014
We will miss you.
Diane Reale-Stevens
August 18, 2014
I worked with Eva, too, at the Daily Journal. Also, attended high school with both of her sons. Tom graduated the same year I did. Eva was such a pleasant person to work with, she always had a smile.
Edward Salier
August 18, 2014
Thanks for the many meaningful memories.
Brenda Dobson
August 17, 2014
Words can not describe what a wonderful woman Eva was. So many wonderful memories of spending time with her, our second Mom. So sorry to hear, she has passed.
Ralph Robinson and Brenda (Robinson) Dobson
Leigh Eubanks
August 15, 2014
I worked on sets with Eva at Cumberland Players. She was a truly inspirational individual, witty and charming. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Barbara Riedel
August 15, 2014
I loved Eva, she taught me so much. She was a great Artist and a beautiful person. So sorry to hear, she has passed.
August 15, 2014
We were blessed to have our Eva in our lives. A courageous and glorious woman, she was an example to so many of us. How many she led on the road to art--our son was one of them.We are glad to have had her in many ways and do send our condolences to her sons and the grandchildren. Tom and Katie Riggione
Donna Marie Franchetta Berchtold
August 15, 2014
When I was 8 years old, I experienced the first night of Hanukkah with Eva Salier, her husband, Max, and their two sons. As a little Catholic Italian girl, this was an amazing family ceremony, very holy, and very loving. I have not forgotten how warm and loving Eva was to my family. Her husband, Max, was an Industrial Arts Teacher, like my Dad. He taught at Oakcrest High School, and my Dad taught in Vineland. They met through educational studies, and I must say, the Salier's home was filled with knowledge. I was constantly learning in their presence. Of course, I loved it when they used to take me to see their sheep and chickens on their farm. How cool that was to me! Eva shared her wonderful world of Art with us, and also shared some of her stories of being an Holocaust Survivor. Even though I was young, she made an impression on me, and became a part of life. When she wrote her book, Survival of a Spirit, my mom and I purchased a few copies; I even gave one to my colleague. Just a few years ago, I tried reaching out to her, as I purchased another one of her books for Heather. I am glad that my husband, Howard, had the opportunity to meet Eva. I had always hoped that she could have met Lauren, our Artist, and Heather, but with her moving to California, that just never occurred.
Ironically, Eva leaves us, as historically, we reflect upon August 14-15, 1945 as the day WWII ended. May she rest in eternal peace and happiness. She has left us her Artistic beauty, her gracious smile, her historical facts and experiences as a Holocaust survivor, and a wealth of dedicated service to the Vineland community and the world.
Michele (Selden) St. Coeur
August 15, 2014
Eva inspired me as a child to open up my artistic side. Art lessons at her home were a weekly highlight that I carry in my memories of Vineland. I extend my condolences to her family.
Lea Weiner
August 14, 2014
Eva was an inspiration to everyone she met. She raised you up just by being in her presence. Her wit and charm and no nonsense way of dealing with people made you know that her heart was filled with love for all. Theater and art were her passion and she inspired us all .
Patricia Carlin
August 14, 2014
Eva, how can I put into words how much I appreciated being called her Friend. A remarkable Woman. The world is a little sadder for her loss. Prayers, and Love.
Bonnie J Hollis
August 14, 2014
Oh, how we loved her and Max. She added so much joy to our lives.
Debbie Amadei
August 14, 2014
I worked with Eva at the DJ for many years. She was such a great person and always had a smile for you. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this time.
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