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Joan Handler Obituary

Joan Handler, nee Lewis, beloved wife of Kenneth Handler; devoted mother of Karen (Steven) Braun and Susan Handler; loving grandmother of Lauren and David; dear sister of the late Charles Lewis. Funeral services Monday, 1 p.m. at The Piser Chapel, 9200 N. Skokie Blvd. (at Church St.), Skokie. Interment Westlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joan's name to Leukemia Research Foundation, 2700 Patriot Drive, Glenview, IL 60026, would be appreciated. Info: Piser Funeral Services, 847-679-4740.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jun. 4 to Jun. 5, 2005.

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Elaine Silver

June 26, 2005

Dear Ken,

We were saddened to learn today of Joan's untimely death. We enjoyed meeting both of you and spending time together while you were here in Texas. Please know that our thoughts are with you and your entire family. We are so very sorry.

Love,

Elaine, Jay, Ellen and Marvin

Jeff and Cindy Abrahams

June 8, 2005

We are so sorry to hear about Joan's passing. We enjoyed meeting her here in Houston and loved her spirit and friendliness. Our thoughts are with Kenny, Karen and Susan and all the family.

Barbara & Stan Neimark

June 8, 2005

We are so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. Our thoughts are with you. Please convey our condolences to your entire family

elyce and mark metzner

June 6, 2005

Dear Ken and family, We were so sorry to hear of Joan's death. We did not know that she had been sick so it was a surprise to us. Please know that we are thinking of you and send our sincere condolences.

Elyce and Mark Metzner

Marshall Front

June 5, 2005

Ken:



Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.



Laura and Marshall Front

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