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Margot Hamburger Obituary

Margot Hamburger, nee Joseph, 96, a Holocaust survivor, born in Berlin, Germany, died peacefully Sunday, April 12th. Beloved wife of the late Egon Hamburger; loving mother of Edna (Robert Canavan) and Ron (Kathy) Hamburger; cherished grandmother of Christopher (Julie), Ryan (Hannah), Robin (Tom) Dawson, and Daniel; adoring great grandmother of Caden, Brecklyn, and Maya; and loving sister of the late Bernard Joseph. Due to the current pandemic, a private interment was held on April 17th at Westlawn Cemetery, Norridge.. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date when conditions permit. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the US Holocaust Memorial Museum. Arrangements entrusted to Lakeshore Jewish Funerals, 773-625-8621

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 19, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Margot Hamburger

7 Entries

Fr. David Kelly, OFM

May 19, 2024

I met Mrs. Hamburger once at a hospital where I was training as a chaplain. She told me some of the story about her parents and her being sent to what is now Israel before coming to America. I have often thought about her and will always remember her. May she be reunited with her family in Heaven.

Denise Levatino

April 13, 2021

Her loving memory will keep the smiles in your hearts. She was blessed to have all of u as her family..

Sue Fierke

April 18, 2020

Much love and admiration to a truly strong woman.
I wish I could have met you.

Liz & Casey Krzyminski

April 18, 2020

Dear Edna and family
We were so very sad to hear of Margot's passing. We have fond memories of Margot dancing at Robin and Tom's wedding! What an amazing woman. So much life is to be celebrated!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.

Darcia Brundidge

April 17, 2020

My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mom. Mrs. Hamburger was very sweet. Will miss her always kind words, and her accent!!!

Denise Levatino

April 17, 2020

Ron and Edna and your families. Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. I know you and your families gave her years of joy and love and she in turn, gave it to you. Through the years her memory and stories will put smiles on your faces. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. There is peace in knowing she's not suffering any longer.

Love you Ron, Kathy and family.

Jim and Niece

David and Gail Freeman

April 14, 2020

Our condolences on your loss.

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