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Dr. Billi Gordon
February 6, 2015
Joanie, Joey, & Jonathan, I am SO sorry to have just learned about this. I just want to bake you cookies and wrap my arms around you. Working as "Bon Bon's" maid for those few weeks of madness that fall way back when, was one of the strangest and most cherished experiences of my life, although Joey and Jonathan, when you were 15 & 17 cleaning your rooms was a rough gig. I told Bon Bon why I left abruptly while you were on vacation in Jamaica, but I never told you guys. I left because i fell in love with your family, and if i hadn't left, then, I might have never left and life had other rivers for me to cross. I loved Bon Bon so much. When they fashioned the term strong, independent lady, Bon Bon (aka Barbara) was who they were talking about. Joey has my number, 24/7/365
January 12, 2015
As the Cantor at Temple Beth El of Hollywood, I got to know Barbara during her winters in Florida. What a wonderful, warm lady! Always with a smile and nice word to say.
I always enjoyed seeing her and had a memorable "welcome back" conversation just days 4 days before she passed on.
I will never forget her!
May her memory be a blessing.
Linda Scrimenti
January 10, 2015
Dear John, Joe, and Joan,& Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.Sending prayers and good thoughts your way for comfort during this difficult time. Your Mom was a neat lady.
Sincerely, Linda Scrimenti
Helmut Adam
January 6, 2015
Joe, John and Joan,
I was saddened to learn of Barb's passing. May your hearts always be warm with the memories of Barb and Mel. I know that they were very proud of all of you and were always there to help. Their love of life was infectious. May you be blessed with that love.
I feel honored to have been a small part of their lives.
Jane Levy
January 5, 2015
Dear Shikora Family and Sid,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Mike Hentzen
January 5, 2015
Dear Shikora Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. I was a friend of John and Joe in high school. Your mom was great. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Ann Borman, PhD
January 4, 2015
I remember your Mom from our involvement in Civil Rights issues in Milwaukee during the 60's. She recruited me to work with her on the summer program she and others at the temple started to bring in children from the city who were affected by the rioting to have a safe and fun summer. We also worked together on programs at Henry Clay where our children both attended. I wiil always remember her kindness and generousity to those in need and her enormous capacity for doing good as well as her great zest for life. I thought of her often after we moved from Whitrfish Bay. May you take comfort in the many great memories of her thatI know you all have. (Beth, Brad & Allison's Mom)
Sue Sand Deutsch
January 4, 2015
My parents lived next door to Barbara and Mel on Lake Drive for many years. I had also known her when we were both teens. I am so sorry to hear she has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Karen Waxman
January 3, 2015
Barbara was so special and loved by everyone, my thoughts and prayers go out to Barbara's family. Sending love. what a beautiful woman she will be missed.
Lloyd Shane
January 3, 2015
Dear Joey, Joan, Jonathan, Jess, Evan, David, Mikey and Billy,
My deepest sympathy on the untimely loss of Mom/Grandma Barbara.
May the wonderful memories we have console us during this time of bereavement.
Love,
Lloyd Shane
January 3, 2015
I am sorry for your loss.May she rest in peace. Cheryl Goldman
Howard
January 3, 2015
My sympathy goes out to the Family during your time of grief. A life well lived will surely be missed by many. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends and knowing that God is near when our hearts are broken.
DONALD PINSKER
January 3, 2015
CONDOLENCES TO THE SURVIVING FAMILY MEMBERS OF BARBARA SHIKORA. I KNEW BOTH BARBARA & MEL FROM MY ACTIVE INVOLVEMENT AT THE OLD JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER ON N. PROSPECT AVE., MY INVOLVEMENT IN THE BROADCAST COMMUNITY (WITI-TV, WMVS-TV, WMIL RADIO)& AS A VOCALIST / ENTERTAINER& AND AS A PROUD FORMER 18+ YEAR VETERAN MILWAUKEE POLICE OFFICER, OF THE JEWISH FAITH / STRICTLY SOCIALLY AND NOT PROFESSIONALLY.
I WAS ALWAYS DRAWN TO MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, OF WHICH BOTH BARBARA & MEL, WERE VERY INVOLVED AND I SANG WITH THE QUARTET THAT ENTERTAINED MANY OF THE ARMED SERVICE PERSONNEL IN THE SAMPSON AUDITORIUM, AND BOTH PAUL CHASE & I, ENTERTAINED THE TEENAGERS WITH RECORD HOPS, FOR THEIR BAR & BAT MITZVAH'S AT THE JCC OR AT PRIVATE VENUES AROUND MILWAUKEE COUNTY.
IN 1978, AFTER VISITING LOS ANGELES AND AN EXTREMELY SEVERE WINTER IN MILWAUKEE, I SAW A BETTER WAY TO "WINTER" AND I WOULD EVENTUALLY RESIGN IN 1980 AND RETURN TO MY BROADCASTING CAREER, BUT IN LOS ANGELES.
BOTH BARBARA AND MEL, WERE ALWAYS SOCIALLY ENGAGING, AND FUN TO BE IN THEIR COMPANY. AS SOON, AS I SAW HER NAME THIS MORNING, ON-LINE, READING THE JOURNAL-SENTINEL DEATH NOTICES, I WAS ABLE TO VISUALIZE HER FROM MANY YEARS AGO.
DONALD H. PINSKER, PROUD FORMER MILWAUKEE POLICE OFFICER, 1962-1980
RETIRED BROADCAST ENGINEER, THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK, WEST COAST HEADQUARTERS, LOS ANGELES / HOLLYWOOD, 1982-2005.
STILL SINGING THE STANDARDS MADE FAMOUS BY SINATRA, TONY BENNETT & NAT "KING" COLE.
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L. Salas
January 3, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your great loss. May Almighty God provide peace and strength as you endure this difficult time.
Michael Goldman
January 3, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss;may you all be blessed with loving memories of happier times. Sending thoughts and prayers....
Marlie dryer
January 3, 2015
We send our deepest sympathies to the family. Bobbi and Mel are having one heck of a party with my Aunt Toby.
your parents with always have a place in our hearts.
Much love,
Stan, Penney, Matt, Marlie, Steven and Jackson
peter newberger
January 3, 2015
Dear Billy,Joseph, and Jonathan, I am very saddened to her of your mom's passing. I will always remember her having a great zest for life. She and your dad of blessed memory were very good friends of our family, and I will always have very fond memories of them both. They are both together now. Always cherish the good times that you all shared together. May hashem grant her peace.
fondly, Peter, Rick, Jody Newberger
Jay&Cindy Goldman
January 3, 2015
One of the Best she will be missed by many
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