Annette Michaelson

Annette Michaelson obituary, Northbrook, IL

Annette Michaelson

Annette Michaelson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Mitzvah Memorial Funerals - Northbrook on Jun. 9, 2025.

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Annette Michaelson, nee Kaplan, age 95. Beloved wife of the late David Michaelson; cherished mother of Lynn Michaelson (Charles A.) Cohn and Benjamin D. Michaelson; loving grandmother of Sophia Cohn; devoted daughter of the late Samuel and Sophie (Billow) Kaplan; dear sister of the late Sidney (Shelly) Kaplan, Sylvia (Richard) Yaseen; fond aunt of Esta (the late Mel) Kessler, Martin (Hava) Yaseen, Larry Yassen, Harry Yaseen and the late Billie Yaseen and many great-nieces and nephews. A lyric soprano, she was an opera singer and soloist for many years. Her passions were her family and the arts. Graveside funeral service Tuesday 2:00 p.m. CT at Memorial Cemetery, 9900 Gross Point Rd., Skokie. The service will be livestreamed on Annette's webpage at www.mitzvahfunerals.com live, or anytime after the funeral. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Annette's name to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society would be appreciated. Info: Mitzvah Memorial Funerals 630-MITZVAH 630-648-9824
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3100 Dundee Rd Suite 801, Northbrook, IL 60062

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