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Hilda Fogelson Obituary
Hilda graduated from Van Nuys HS, Class of '44, and from UCLA Class of '48, where she met Hershel Fogelson, the love of her life. They married at her parent's chicken farm and enjoyed 49 years of marriage filled with love and family.
A dedicated 1st grade teacher at Lenicia Weemes Elementary School, Hilda shared her experiences of the Holocaust with students in both the US and Germany. Her impact on the students was profound, reflecting her strength, bravery, and optimism. It was during her speaking engagements that she met Herb Murez, a Holocaust survivor from Vienna, who became a dear companion.
A resident of Studio City for 61 years, Hilda's final gift to her family was allowing them to support her peacefully in her passage from this world. She was a pillar of support as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, offering unconditional love and encouragement in every endeavor.
Hilda is survived by her three sons and daughters-in-law, David (Gail), Steven (Janie), and George (Sue), her grandchildren Gabrielle, Daniel, Stephanie, Rebecca, Julia, and Joshua, and her great-granddaughters Alexandra, Isabel, and Violet.
Hilda Fogelson embodied an unbreakable spirit, overcoming incredible adversity to live a life filled with love and warmth, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hilda Fogelson
David Anker
May 23, 2025
Dear Cousins George, Steve, and David, I remember your Mom very fondly, from the reunions in 2005 and 1997 and from your parents' visit in 1994.
Paul Handleman
October 11, 2024
My condolences. Cousin Paul Handleman
Peter J. Lawrence
July 2, 2024
Condolences for your loss, George.
David Anker
July 2, 2024
Sorry to hear of Cousin Hilda's passing, but pleased and proud that she made it to 98. I first met her on a visit to California in 1963. She was always a very kind and gentle lady who cared about all her relatives.
Leslie Lowry & family
June 26, 2024
Sending my love, prayers and sympathy on the passing of your amazing mom. May her memory be a blessing and a source of strength
Lisa
June 26, 2024
What a beautiful story about a woman who was loved by many. She must have touched many lives in the 98 years she lived so fully. She will live within all of her beloved family for generations to come.
Lindsay Mugglestone
June 25, 2024
My thoughts are with you, George. Your mother sounds like a most remarkable person. She had to be to raise a son like you!
Sending love. Lindsay
Stuart L. Cohen
June 25, 2024
May her story continue to inspire you and your family.
Stuart L. Cohen
Highland Park, IL
faith goldman
June 25, 2024
You only had to meet Hilda one time for her undivided attention to you even in a crowded room. She engaged in conversation in Yiddish with my late partner Harry Fischman, also a survivor, when she spoke at Temple Menorah many years ago. Her light will never go out~
Maureen Vanevenhoven
June 24, 2024
My name is Maureen Vanevenhoven. I taught with Hilda. I am sorry to hear of her passing. I remember her as a good teacher . I admired her love of running. May she rest in peace.
IMELDA LUNA
June 23, 2024
I am very sorry about what happened to Mrs. Hilda's family. Thank God, she is now resting in the bosom of Abraham. There is no more pain or sadness. She is now rejoicing in the presence of Our Almighty God. Our God is great, and in the Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ, He will comfort and strengthen your hearts. A big hug to each of your family. ME: I met Imelda Luna through a reference from Mrs. Warner & Rhonda Christences, her neighbors. I have been working with her there since 2020 cleaning her house. Hilda always showed me trust and love for me. She always offered me coffee. Sometimes she told me about her past life. I greatly admired her as a brave and hard-working woman in everything. A big hug to each of her family.
Jason Odell
June 21, 2024
I will always have fond memories of Hilda singing at our Passover Seders when I was a student at UCLA and later, UC Riverside. She will be dearly missed.
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