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Sharon Poteshman Obituary
Sharon R. Poteshman nee Sawyer, 76. Beloved wife of Norman Poteshman. Loving mother of Michael (Hali) Poteshman, Allen (Sumie Okazaki) Poteshman and Diane (Corey) Borin. Cherished grandmother of Abigail, Joshua, Alyssa, Lucy, Matthew and Samuel. Dear sister of Sander Sawyer and Sue (Bob) Egan. Service Wednesday, 2:30 pm at Congregation B'nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim, (BJBE) 1201 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield, IL, 60015. Interment Westlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials in her memory to the International Waldenstrom Foundation, 6144 Clark Center Ave., Sarasota, FL 34238 www.iwmf.com or Congregation BJBE would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Buffalo Grove Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Linda Willis
July 12, 2013
Norman and family, I was so sad to hear of Sharon's passing. She was one of my very best friends and I will miss her dearly. My deepest sympathies to all. Love,
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Sonja Mess
July 3, 2013
Norman and family, We are so sorry to hear about Sharon. She was a wonderful woman. I'm so glad that we were all able to get together last fall and spend some time together. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family during this time of transition and sorry. Dennis and Sonja Mess
Eric and Sandra Friedman
July 3, 2013
To Sharon's family, we are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bert Yablon
July 3, 2013
Norm, I just read about your tragic loss and I want to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. When we think of loved ones who have passed, we are giving added length to their lives and added meaning to our own. I hope your fond memories brings you some measure of comfort to all of you.
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