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DEANA KATZ Obituary

KATZ--Deana, died peacefully in her sleep on February 17, 2021 at the age of 80. Born in Brooklyn, she was happily married to Sheldon Katz, of blessed memory, for 42 years. An avid painter, writer and teacher, Deana loved to create and share the fruits of her imagination with others. Deana was a loving and gracious host and cherished celebrations together. Deana will be lovingly remembered by her children Lennard and Amy Katz, Sari and Olen Earl, Nanci and Peter Ellis and her beloved grandchildren, Danielle, Matthew, Aaron, Ava, Benjamin, Caroline and Emma. Deana will be deeply missed by all, especially her sisters Sharon Searles and Linda and Jake Jacobs. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The ALS Association, Greater New York Chapter, (212) 619-1400, 42 Broadway, Suite 1724, New York, NY 10004.

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Published by New York Times on Feb. 21, 2021.

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Ron Boldizar

February 15, 2025

I think of you often! RIP my friend!

Jane Jordan

February 15, 2024

2/16/2024 Still miss you my friend

KAREN SHERDIL

November 5, 2021

My deepest condolences to her family. Deanna will be greatly missed but I am sure she is in the arms of God.
I worked for Deanna in the early 2000's in Scottsdale. I was blessed to meet her family at a Thanksgiving dinner. I truly enjoyed the time we spent in discussions in the kitchen while I prepared her meals. God give her peace and healing to her family.
Karen

Robert and Mary Pawlos

September 27, 2021

In loving Memory.

Ron Boldizar

February 24, 2021

Deana was a very special friend! I enjoyed dancing with her and frequenting her art exhibits and charitable events throughout the Phoenix area. I especially enjoyed swapping memories of family, friends and events over numerous coffee dates at Starbucks. Her love and interest in people were her most vivid trademarks. I will love, miss and remember her always. RIP, Deana.

Jane Jordan

February 23, 2021

Deana will be greatly missed in Arizona. All who had met her were drawn to her. She radiated LOVE! She was fun and wise and creative and talented and generous! I will mourn her forever as she was my dear friend.

Simone Taylor

February 21, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Please except my condolences for your loss.

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