Rita Daniels Obituary

Name: Service for Rita Daniels
Start: 2016-05-18T19:00:00.000Z
Location: chapel of Westlawn Cemetery and Mausoleum

Published by Chicago Tribune on May 17, 2016.

Rita Daniels passed away quietly surrounded by family, she was 86 years young. Preceded in death by her beloved parents Mae and Benjamin Goldstein, and her dear sister Sissy Steinberg. She is survived by her cherished husband of 66 years Teddy Daniels, and her loving and caring children Bruce (Cindy), Russell, and Debra (Neil) Blum. She was a proud and doting Gram-Ma of Brian, Felicia, David, Joshua, and Kevin. Great-Gram-Ma of Greyson. Adored aunt of Joan and Alice. Service Wednesday, 2 PM in the chapel of Westlawn Cemetery and Mausoleum, 7801 W. Montrose Avenue, Norridge, where interment will follow. Arrangements entrusted to Lakeshore Jewish Funerals, 773-625-8621

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May 24, 2016

Diane D. posted to the memorial.

May 18, 2016

Alice Gutenkauf posted to the memorial.

May 17, 2016

Marla Sloan posted to the memorial.

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Diane D.

May 24, 2016

Once upon a time, you had neighbors living a few doors away from you on Summit Avenue with the same model house as yours, although you had a black exterior and ours was white, and the floor plans were flipped. When my daughter, Lauren was born, 43 years ago, I remember as if it was yesterday, Rita and Teddy coming over to see the baby. You brought for my daughter a very extraordinary, unique gift. It was a gold, baby ring. At first I wondered what to do with the ring -- until I decided to collect those rings for my daughter. On her 16th birthday I gave her the collection. I could tell during a few visits from Rita when she came by to see my daughter, she was trying to foresee her own future, and I could tell that one day she was going to be an outstanding grandmother. Rita was an excellent cook and baker. I think she really enjoyed baking. I still have her recipe for Plum Kuchen. Rita was a lovely person and during the time we lived close-by, we enjoyed a very nice relationship with Rita, Teddy and Debbie, although I don't recall seeing much of the boys during that time. I will never forget Debbie coming over one day and telling me if I went and stood out at the bus stop, the bus for high school would pick me up and I could go to school, too. For that amazing compliment, Debbie, I thank you. I've never forgotten you, your parents and your family. You were not only good neighbors, but nice friends and nice people,. I was very sorry to read about Rita -- I'm positive she was 86 years YOUNG when she left you. My love to the Daniels family on your great loss and my sincere condolences.

Alice Gutenkauf

May 18, 2016

Dear Daniels family

My sincere condolences on your loss. Rita was a well liked member of our high school class and had joined us for lunches for a few years. I no longer am able to drive so was not able to join you for her funeral but want you to know I was thinking of her.
Sincerely
Alice Rifkind Gutenkauf

Marla Sloan

May 17, 2016

Dear Debbie and Family,
My deepest condolences.

Nili Yelin

May 17, 2016

Rita was a wonderful vibrant presence. I worked with her at Peanut Butter and Jelly children's boutique and she quickly became a friend. I loved seeing her with her adorable husband Teddy and she met my young kids. I cherish her memory and am happy that I was fortunate to cross paths with such a dynamic person. Love to all her family and friends and may her memory be a blessing.