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Rochelle Kianovsky Obituary

Kianovsky, Rochelle (Nee Franklin) March 8, 2010, of Milwaukee. Beloved wife of almost 53 years to Raphael Kianovsky, cherished daughter of Sol and Minnie Franklin, dear sister of Diane (the late Alan) Budner and sister-in-law to the late Toby (the late Jerry) Malmon, loving mother of Sarah (Frank Friedman), Zev (Arlene Lukin), and Nahum (Sarah Rosen) Kianovsky, proud Bobbe of Yonit, Samuel, Mina, Isaac, Dora, Jacob and Nate, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Born April 18, 1938, in Milwaukee, she also lived in Los Angeles and Madison, but returned to Milwaukee. She graduated from Washington High School, continued her education at UWM and UW-Madison, where she earned her Masters in Library Science. She worked for 24 years in the Milwaukee Public Library. Funeral services 12 noon Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at Northshore Funeral Services, 3601 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood. Interment Second Home Cemetery, 3705 S. 43 St., Milwaukee. Memorials to Young Survival Coalition, 61 Broadway, Suite 2235 New York, NY 10006 or the American Cancer Society preferred.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Mar. 10, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Rochelle Kianovsky

10 Entries

Jean Ross

March 31, 2010

Raphael and the Kianovsky family I am thinking of you today and of your Rochelle. How very, very special she was! I worked with her at Milwaukee Public Library and though I was her supervisor, it was she who taught me a great deal about people, and kindness, and about approaching difficult situations with humor and appreciating life. Her warmth and thoughtfulness touched me then and continue to touch me now. May thoughts of her memorable and joyful spirit sustain you now.

Doris Nix

March 29, 2010

I have many fond memories of Rochelle as a friend and co-worker. She had a warmth that touched so many and always provided me with wise counsel both in my professional and personal life. I am so sad at her passing.

Bernice Nickolaisen Kwan

March 16, 2010

Rochelle was an inspiring musician and friend in the Washington High School band and orchestra in the mid-fifties. We had met at nostalgic gatherings and I was happily anticipating speaking to her more at out 55th Reunion.
I moved West- away from Milwaukee and considered the separation since 1962 a true loss. She was an inspiring human.

Dolores Greenawalt

March 15, 2010

Raph,

I'm truly sorry for your loss. :( You are in our hearts and minds.
Dolores (Lora Tusic) Greenawalt and Family

Toba & Paul Kramer

March 14, 2010

Dear Raph,

Our sincerest condolences to you and your family on your great loss. Paul and I remember Rochelle as a strong and courageous women.

May your memories help you to get through this difficult time.

rabbi rim meirowitz

March 12, 2010

I know sandi-jo and her love for Rochelle speaks volumes about her life.
may her memory bless all who knew her.

CarolAnn Braovac

March 10, 2010

Raph, we are so sorry to hear of Rochelle's passing. We will keep you and your family in our prayers during this hard time. Take care, Bob & CarolAnn Braovac & kids.

Eric Zorc

March 10, 2010

Raph, you have my deepest sympathy and condolences.

John & Laura Braovac

March 10, 2010

Our deepest sympathy Raph, to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 10, 2010

I knew Rochelle when she worked in the Over 60 Service of the Milwaukee Public Library. She was always such a nice person. She was very proud of her family. I am sure she will be missed. Suzette.

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