Elaine Rosenberg

Elaine Rosenberg obituary

Elaine Rosenberg

Elaine Rosenberg Obituary

Visit the Shalom Memorial Funeral Home - Arlington Heights website to view the full obituary.
Elaine Rosenberg, nee Garfinkle, 97, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025. Dear daughter of the late Jack and Ruth Garfinkle; beloved wife of the late Bernard; adored mother of Michael (Carol), Richard (Faye), Howard (Susan), and the late Steven; wonderful grandmother of ten grandchildren- David (Morgan), Joanna (Zach), Samantha (Matt), Abby (Michael), Whitney, Erika (Jacky), Carly (Blake), Becky (Labeat), Joshua (Kate), and Shayna; proud great-grandmother of 18; dear sister of the late Alan (June) Garland. Elaine was a devoted mother and grandmother who dedicated her life to her four sons. She was a loving, caring, and selfless mom who would do anything for her boys. Her warmth, strength, and kindness touched everyone who knew her, and her love for family was unwavering. Elaine's memory will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were fortunate to know her. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PAWS Chicago, www.pawschicago.org. Chapel service Thursday, November 6, 12:15 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Rd, Arlington Heights. Interment to follow at Shalom Memorial Park. For a link to view the service, shiva information, and to leave condolences: www.shalommemorial.org, 847-255-3520.

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Shalom Memorial Funeral Home - Arlington Heights

1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004-9607

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