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HARRIET KRIEGER Obituary

HARRIET KRIEGER BURLINGTON - Harriet Krieger, 81, of Burlington, died in Fletcher Allen Healthcare on May 11, 2010. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., the daughter of Harry "Hick" and Belle (Pechersky) Treelisky. Harriet was educated in Pittsburgh public schools and graduated with a B S. in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh in 1949. She worked as a substitute teacher at Burlington High School for over 12 years. Harriet was a longtime member of Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, serving on the Board and also for many years as the Synagogue Membership Chairperson. Over the years, she participated in volunteer activities for many community organizations, most recently volunteering at the Echo Leahy Center for Lake Champlain in Burlington . She enjoyed writing humorous and whimsical poems for birthdays and special occasions for friends and family. Recently, she and her son, Howie, wrote and illustrated a children's book, entitled "Vegetables". Harriet is survived by her husband of 60 years, Arnold Krieger; their three sons, Howard of Burlington, Daniel of Washington Crossing, Pa. , and Thomas Krieger and his wife, Linda, of Wheaton, Ill.; four grandchildren, David and Carrie Krieger, and Sam and Anna Krieger; a niece, Susan Silversmith of Pittsburgh, Pa. and her son, Jed Silversmith of Washington, D.C.; a nephew, Hal Treelisky of Pittsburgh, Pa. and his son, Adam of Pittsburgh, Pa.; a niece, Joyce Yamaguchi of Edinburg, TX and her son, Joshua, and daughter, Jennifer. She was predeceased by her parents; her brother, Alfred "Buddy" Treelisky; and her sister, Reva Frankle. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. today, May 14 at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, 188 N. Prospect St., Burlington, with Rabbi Joshua Chasan officiating. Interment will follow at the Hebrew Holy Society Cemetery, Patchen Rd., S. Burlington. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Sunday and Monday, May 16 and 17 at their home, 182 Lakewood Parkway, Burlington. Preparation rites by the Jewish Sacred Society. Contributions in Harriet's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Burlington Free Press from May 13 to May 14, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for HARRIET KRIEGER

21 Entries

walter commonwood

May 7, 2022

I was Harriet's hairdresser for many years. I miss her.

Rich Conklin

June 1, 2010

Dear Krieger family,
I was sorry to hear that Harriet had passed away. I realize that it has been many years since we have been in contact, but over those years I have often thought about the wonderful time that we shared. I will especially remember how kind and caring Harriett was while trying to keep all of us boys in line. She will definitely be missed.
My best to all of you.

Cilla Letourneau

May 19, 2010

Arnie and family,

Lauri and I are sending you all our deepest condolences. I am not sure if you remember me. But I am Cilla Miss Lil friend. We have met several times at Lils. Harriet had such a spunk and joy for life. I loved her laughter it was so contagious it just forced you to smile and laugh right along with her. She had such a great character and would laugh at herself and get you in on it. She always remembered us from the very first time she met us….She remembered details…she invested herself in us in remembering things that most people would have forgotten. There was warmth about her that radiated through her smile and laughter that just plainly made you feel good. We loved hearing her little jingles that she made up on the fly about any old thing. You can see that character of wonder in her book. We are proud owners of her book and read it to our grandkids all the time. Hey love it… and when I read it I can hear her voice and her little jingles… The kids love the illustrations…they are whimsical as she was. I ‘ll always remember how she loved to leave her lipstick marks on your cheek when she greeted you . Then she would touch your cheek ever so gently and say I left my mark on you. And she would touch it with her finger to seal it into your cheek. However Harriet left more then her mark on your cheek she would leave her prints and warmth in your heart and soul as well. She was a woman that touched many lives and made a difference to all she cross paths with. Her fun loving spunky personality will be truly missed along with her mark of her lipstick. We loved running into Harriet in the community. Thanks to Miss Lil getting us her book that was truly a work of Harriett’s life… that finally came to grow as she now harvested the laughter and wonder of all who read it. We will always here her voice and jingles in our hearts when we read it to the kids. I just wish they could here her voice as well.

Arnie and family we are so sorry to hear of your lost. We hope over time the sorrow in your hearts will turn to loving memories again and that you too shall all hear her jingles again in your heart…as you smile.

Hugs and love to all of you.
Cilla and Lauri Letourneau-Littlefield
Essex Junction, VT

Diane Lestage

May 18, 2010

Dear Arnold & Family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family ... Harriet had a zest for life like no one else ... I enjoyed seeing her come into the restaurant ... her warmth and smile made my day and it's those two characteristics and many others that I'll remember about her ... I'm so happy to have gotten to know such a wonderful lady.

Brenda Grimes Norton

May 17, 2010

Dan, my sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Losing your Mom is especially hard. Cherish your memories. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Sam Tessier

May 16, 2010

My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. I used to love when the 2 of you came to Underhill to visit us when I was growing up and I will always cherish those memories. Sam (Gobel) Tessier, Queen Creek,AZ

May 14, 2010

Dan and family,

So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Sincerely,
Donna (Clark) Carmolli (Scottsdale, Arizona)

scott edelstein

May 14, 2010

dear Kriegers we so sad for your loss are family will miss her a lot. She was there for any big Edelstein event SHE LOVED GETTING UP DATES ON MY KIDS LIVES AND she all ways had a big kiss and hug for every one and she leave her mark with the lipstick on your face we will miss her a lot Collen Aaron Ethan Scott Edelstein

Nance Nahmias

May 14, 2010

Harriet lived a great life with great love. I will miss her unique spirit so very much...and her memory will remain in a special place in my heart. Love to Arnie, "the boys" and families.
Nance, Jules and Rachel

Peter Schirling

May 14, 2010

Arnie and the Krieger family. Harriet will be greatly missed by all at Ohavi and around the Lakewood neighborhood. Our sincerest condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Kriegers.

DONALD SARGENT

May 14, 2010

DEAR ARNIE,
LUCILLE AND I EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. WE BOTH LIKED HARRIET VERY MUCH, AND HOPE YOUR MEMORIES WILL SUSTAIN YOU. SINCE WE ARE TRAVELING IN EUROPE UNTIL MAY 23 WE WILL BE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE SERVICES, BUT OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
DON SARGENT

Eve

May 13, 2010

All my love and sympathy are with you Arn, Howie, Dan and Tom. Harriet will be missed, but will be forever remembered by all of us, her grandchildren and her many friends. I am so sorry I cannot be there, but I send my love.

Chris & Larry Conroy

May 13, 2010

Tom, Linda, Sam, Anna and the Krieger family,

Our hearts go out to all of you for your loss. Mom's are so precious and she sounds like a cheerful soul who has left you with wonderful memories to comfort you in your time of grief. Our prayers are with you all.

In deepest sympathy,

May 13, 2010

Dear Mr. K, A whole generation of Lakewood kids will always remember "Cannonball Harriet." We will also remember a kind, funny woman who loved her family and friends, asked great questions and always wanted to be part of the action. We will miss her. Love, from, Katie, Charlie, Hank and Emma Brandeis

Terri Palmer Mitchell

May 13, 2010

Dan- It was always a pleasure to run into your mother from time to time . She was so enthusiastic when catching me up with her boys lives. She was very proud of her family. I will miss these visits. I hope you can find peace with all the memories and love she had for you.

Jim Casali

May 13, 2010

As a former co-worker with Arnie at IBM in the Facilities Organization I send my deepest sympathy.. Jim Casali (Naples, FL).

May 13, 2010

We wish we could be with you and hug you and grieve with you, Arnie. Our whole family sends their deepest sympathy to you and yours. We'll write more later. Harriet will be missed so much.,,,,Charlotte and Bob

Edmond Walsh

May 13, 2010

Arnie and the Krieger family....sorry to hear of Harriet's death. Please accept my sympathy,,,,,,,,

Ellen, Gary, Marissa, Garett, and Brett Dini

May 13, 2010

Dan - We are very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. May she rest in peace.

Rick Wolfish

May 13, 2010

When we moved to Vermont 18 years ago, Harriet convinced us to join OZ. I enjoyed seeing her at services and will miss her deeply.
Rick Wolfish (from China)

Walter Commonwood

May 13, 2010

As Harriet's hair dresser for the last twenty + years, I had come to love and cherish her as a preferred client and friend. She will be sorely missed and long remembered.

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