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Barbara Apelbaum Obituary

We are deeply saddened to announce my lovely sister Barbara G Apelbaum, (nee Lewin), at age 81, left this earth to find a better place. She succumbed to death due to complications from Covid. She was born and raised in Chicago and later moved on to California. Her kind personality and treasured soul will always shine. Fond memories will always be memorialized by her daughter Laurie, son Edward, granddaughter Sarah and brothers, Barry and Arthur. She was wife to the predeceased Rick Apelbaum, mother, grandmother, sister, and friends to many. She could always be seen avidly reading a book at her favorite restaurant jaunts. We will miss you dearly and eternally cherish you. A private service had been held in her memory.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 28, 2024.

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Howard & Patti Duboe

January 28, 2024

To the family, Our Deepest Heartfelt Condolences to the Family on the passing of your beloved Barbara. May her memory be a blessing and may she rest in eternal peace. She was a wonderful cousin who always wanted to know how we were all doing in our lives. I really can´t remember a time when she wasn´t smiling. May you all find comfort knowing that she is now your guardian angel.

Eileen Miller-girson

January 28, 2024

So sorry for the loss of our cousin Barbara. May she Rest In Peace
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Jewel Baker

January 28, 2024

My condolences to the family on the passing of Barbara. As I look back, I remember that she was always smiling and fun to be with.

Arthur Lewin

January 28, 2024

As a remembrance of her kindness and warmth, my sister about 17 had taken me at age about eight to Marshall Fields during the holiday season. She bought me the board game Candyland. But most vivid was the warmth she brought and the unselfish kindness and love she gave me. It was a memory I will never forget.

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