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Janet Lerner Obituary
Janet Weiss Lerner, PhD, died peacefully at home with her family on May 25 at the age of 88. She was an active educator for six decades, and a pioneer in the field of learning disabilities. She first published her landmark textbook, "Learning Disabilities: Theories, Diagnosis, and Teaching Strategies," in 1971. The 13th edition, Learning Disabilities and Related Mild Disabilites: Teaching Strategies and New Directions was published in 2015. She received numerous awards for her seminal work including the J. E. Wallace Wallin Special Education Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council for Exceptional Children in 2004. She is survived by her beloved husband Eugene Lerner; her children Susan Cohn (James Cohn), Laura Lerner, and Dean Lerner (Susan Lerner); her grandchildren Aaron Cohn, (Sarah Cohn), Lee Cohn, Anne Lerner and Sarah Lerner; and her great grandson Samuel Cohn. The service will be held at the Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie at 1PM on Wednesday, May 27. Interment Shalom. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Temple Beth Israel, www.tbiskokie.org or Keshet, www.keshet.org. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com.
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karen Tipp
May 21, 2019
Wonderful, sweet lady and helpful in all areas of education.
Stephanie
July 30, 2016
My condolences to her husband, Gene Lerner, who I had the pleasure of working for in the 1990's in Evanston, her children, ( I also knew Laura ). Although I did not know Mrs. Lerner very well, I had the pleasure of meeting her and she was a remarkable woman. I just learned of her passing, yet I wanted to express my condolences to her family.
Jon Irby
September 25, 2015
Dr. Lerner and her work inspired me during my career of over 40 years. I was sorry to learn of her passing but rejoice in the legacy she left for the world from her work as an educator and for her family as a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. God Bless her soul and those of the millions who have been directly touched by her work.
August 10, 2015
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Mary Lind
June 7, 2015
Dr. Lerner was an inspiration. Throughout my 35 year career in special education, I have referenced her materials. She was an absolute pioneer in the field. Her wisdom and intellect will live on forever.
June 3, 2015
EUGENE, CHERYL & I WISH YOUR FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. WE OFTEN THINK BACK ON THE TIMES WE ALL SHARED WITH THE STONES, HANSONS, KARLINS AND LERNERS WITH FONDNESS AND SMILES. THAT'S THE BEST WAY TO HANDLE THE TIME LIKE THIS. BEST REGARDS OLD FRIEND.
GARY KARLIN
Denise Cirignani
May 28, 2015
I was lucky enough to have taken some classes with Dr. Lerner, & I was sad to hear she had passed away. She was absolutely brilliant and she was so encouraging to all of her students. She taught us so much. She helped us to understand the learning differences of others and, at the same time, to look at the whole human being with the deepest respect. In other words, we were taught not to define people by their differences. The world is a better place because of Dr. Lerner, & I offer my condolences to all that loved her.
Karen Tipp
May 27, 2015
I have so much to remember. We were in several groups together. I have read her books from book one to one of the near recet books. She was a teacher, mentor , collegue and advisor as well as a fellow member of the different groups of LD. She even introduced me to the learly groups that no longer exist in ld. I have been involved with Janet for over the last 44 years.
Rosemary White
May 27, 2015
I celebrate the life that Janet lived - a life in which she humbly and graciously contributed so much to the betterment of lives of others. A wonderful lady and role model!
May 27, 2015
Ms. Lerner was a wonderful teacher and inspired me also to become a SPED teacher for 38 years. What a wonderful legacy she leaves in her family, friends and the students she taught. Her impact has been felt with generations of teachers and students that she has touched. My condolences to her family, friends and all who loved her
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