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Sylvia Pett Obituary
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Sylvia Sherman Pett, age 88, of Atlanta, died April 10, 2007. Born and raised in Chelsea, MA, Sylvia moved to Atlanta in 1952 with her husband Harry and their family. Following the establishment of Pett Spice products Sylvia worked along side Harry as secretary and bookkeeper. She was a long-time member of Ahavath Achim Synagogue and its sisterhood and sang in productions like "The King and I". Devoted to her family, she is survived by her son Scott Pett, Atlanta; daughters, Leslye Kkohl, NY, Bonnie Kellogg, California, and Donna Petry, Illinois; grandchildren, Kim Mnuchen, Blake Kassel, Brian Petry and Daphne Werner; great-grandchildren, Ashley Werner, Sam, Olivia and Gabriel Kassel; sister, Thelma Kardon; and brother, Jacob Sherman. Sylvia was loved by many nephews and nieces including Michael and David Sherman, Edward Schwartz, Dennis and Randy Kardon, Jeff Davidson, Tracey Davidson-Canter and Hollye Davidson. Sign on-line Guest Book at www.edressler.com. Graveside services will be held on Friday, April 13 at 11:00 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery, with Rabbi Neil Sandler officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta 770-451-4999.
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Brian Petry
April 16, 2007
As Sylvia's grandson, I will be forever appreciative of her efforts to be an exceptional grandparent, a goal in which she succeeded fantastically. In particular, I will always appreciate, and will never forget, her generosity, which enabled me to complete my legal education, which, in turn, enabled me to get a good job that, in turn, enables me to help other people less fortunate than myself. But for her generosity, I would not have made it through school, and I even wonder how much longer I might have been able to cling on to life itself, as the despair of poverty, destitution, and desperation was gripped so tightly about my neck, I was not certain how much longer I could carry on. Nevertheless, with Grandma's help, and with the help of relatives inspired by Grandma's example, I made it. But for their efforts, I would not be here today. In Grandma Sylvia's memory, I exhort all who read this to live Sylvia's example by reaching out to help out those less fortunate, those whom, by fate of circumstances beyond their control, leave them poor and destitute, but nevertheless willing and able to answer the Call if only given the opportunity. Support and care for your children, and treat the poor with dignity and respect. Do not give just a hand out; give a hand up. Pay living wages to your workers. Live an ethical life. Practice Hillel's maxim: Do not do unto others what is hateful to you. Be righteous. Pursue justice. Do the right thing.
I'll miss you, Grandma. In your memory, let us all resolve to make you proud. I love you.
Shelley Mills
April 14, 2007
Dear Scott,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. May you have sweet memories.
Our family is thinking about you.
Fondly,
Michael Sherman
April 12, 2007
thanks for the fond memories
your loving nephew,
Michael
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