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Sybil Offen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2023.

Plymouth, MI - The remarkable Sybil Offen passed away February 19. She was born in Harlem, NY in 1936 and came to Detroit in 1939.

Proud feminist and activist for many causes, including civil rights, voting rights, mental health, Detroit Jews for Justice, the Plymouth Democratic Club, Affirmations, and more. Very involved in politics since the 1960s, Sybil was a precinct delegate and worked on the campaigns of Coleman Young (who appointed her to the Human Rights Commission), Dana Nessel, and many others. She was well known in the Michigan Democratic party. Sybil was funny, fearless, and a source of strength and inspiration for many. She told it like it was, like it or not!

Sybil is survived by her sons, Jay Offen (Dr. Leslee Emerson) and Michael Offen (Meryl), her granddogs, Baxter and Micky, and nieces, nephews, cousins, and MANY wonderful friends who were a huge part of Sybil's life.

A Memorial will take place on Thursday, March 2 at 11 AM at the Congregation for Humanistic Judaism of Metro Detroit. 28611 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 477-1410. Rabbi Jeffrey Falick will officiate.

It is suggested that those who wish to further honor the memory of Sybil Offen may do so by making a contribution to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society PO Box 772395 Detroit, MI 48277-2395 https://www.lls.org/mi-in or to a charity of your choice.

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March 4, 2023

Jon mandel posted to the memorial.

February 28, 2023

Julie Lynn Scott posted to the memorial.

February 27, 2023

Gaye Tischler posted to the memorial.

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Jon mandel

March 4, 2023

She was friends with my mom for many years. Mom passed 2004. So sorry to hear about this. Amazing person

Julie Lynn Scott

February 28, 2023

My deep condolences to Sybil's family. What a light she was in this world. May all of us who loved her carry that light forward in our lives. May we feel deep gratitude for our memories of Sybil and let them nurture us, even as we grieve.

Gaye Tischler

February 27, 2023

Deep condolences to Sybil's family. Sybil was a gem as she was smart, loving, and kind. She was as forward thinking as I have always been. I will miss her in my life. She will always be remembered.

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Gaye Tischler

February 27, 2023

Condolences to Sybil's family. She was a gem. I will miss her always.

Julie Scott

February 27, 2023

Sybil welcomed me with open arms to SKK and invited me to GSSG. She broadened my world, encouraged my activism, made me laugh, and comforted me during some really tough times. We had some very deep personal talks. Even near the end of her life she gave me heartfelt words of wisdom and guidance. I will forever treasure my memories of Sybil.

Arthur L Liebhaber

February 25, 2023

The memory of the righteous is a blessing.