Karen Reisman Obituary

KAREN REISMAN Karen Reisman, 63, passed away Dec. 27, 2009. She was born June 16, 1946, in Queens, N.Y. After graduating from Hofstra University, Karen taught in New York for five years before moving with her family to Las Vegas. Her career as an educator for the Clark County School District spanned 29 years, during which she served as an English teacher at several local high schools. After retiring in 2002, Karen continued to pursue her true passion, teaching, as a community college English instructor. She was a natural teacher, always tailoring her instruction to meet the needs of her students. Karen was both a social and independent person who enjoyed reading and discussing literary works, going for long walks, working crossword puzzles, traveling with her husband, Ira (especially abroad) and spending time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Samuel Gendelman; and late husband, Stuart Reisman. She is survived by her husband, Ira Allan; son, Joshua Reisman, the "apple of her eye"; mother, Frances Gendleman; sister, Adele (David) Weinbraub; brother, Allan (Bea) Gendelman; nieces; nephews; several grand-nieces and nephews; and many friends. Graveside serves will be at 11 a.. Wednesday, Dec. 30, at Palm Mortuary, 7600 S. Eastern Ave. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society or Lung Cancer Alliance. Karen will always be remembered as a devoted a loyal wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal on Dec. 29, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Karen Reisman

10 Entries

Robin Schumacher

November 13, 2023

Mrs. Reisman was my creative writing teacher in 1977 at Clark High School in Las Vegas. She was one of the kindest, most positive, and enthusiastic teachers I have ever had. Mrs. Reisman encouraged all of her students to express themselves on paper and, under her care, we all bloomed as writers.
She will always hold a very special place in my heart because she instilled in me a love of writing that exists to this day! Thank you, Mrs. Reisman, for making a difference in the lives of your students. You will never be forgotten!

Kristina Fortner

April 9, 2021

This woman helped me realize my love for writing, made me feel talented enough to share my writing. I had no idea she passed, I was hoping to reconnect with her. She was a loving supporter of young learners and I miss her spirit. My love to her family.

2007 Karen's birthday

Gary Rosenthal

August 24, 2010

Dear Josh and Ira:

Just found your Karen's obit on the net. My sincere condolences to both of you and your families.

I thought the world of Karen and am deeply sorry she is gone, although I could say that at least she's not suffering any more. Karen was a wonderful person.

Sorry I missed the funeral, but no one notified me.

Cliff and Cheri Montreuil

January 2, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of Karen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Larry Kurtz

December 30, 2009

Dear Aunt Fran, Adele, David, Alan & Bea & Families,

It was with a great sense of loss when we heard about Karen. We want you to know that you have our greatest sympathy and our hearts are truly saddened. Karen was always the sweetest of all the cousins and I have very fond memories of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. May Karen's soul be bound-up with Hashem in the light of eternal life. May your good memories of a wonderful woman bring you all comfort.

Love,

Larry, Ilana and Solomon Kurtz
Joyce Asher

Tina Piotrowski

December 29, 2009

Josh,

So sorry to hear about your Mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I lost my Dad exactly 4 years ago to the day you lost your Mom.

Marjie Smith

December 29, 2009

Karen and her family were my next door neighbors years ago when they first came to Las Vegas and our boys played together - my thoughts and prayers are with you, Josh. Your mother was a beautiful person and I have lovely memories of you both.

Todd Larkin

December 29, 2009

She was my favorite teacher in High School. Mrs. Reisman changed my life and helped me to discover my hidden talents and abilities. I will never forget her. I was one of her first students in Las Vegas at Clark High School right after she moved from New York. She taught American Literature and Creative Writing. I am now 51 years old and still writing today just like she encouraged me to do. My heart goes out to her family at this time of great loss.

Lee Huddy

December 29, 2009

Karen was a person who had many gifts. If you were fortunate enough to know her you could never forget her glowing smile that came from within. Her devotion to her family, and friends, was like none I’ve ever experienced. She was a unique lady. Her friendship was a blessing and a joy to all who knew her. My deepest condolences.

Tony

December 29, 2009

Sorry to hear this. She was my English teacher at Clark back in the mid 80's. Yes, I still remember her mostly because she was one of those teachers who would go above and beyond and sit down and work with you and explain things. My deepest condolences....

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