EDA SOLOME Obituary

SOLOME--Eda, born in Alytus, Lithuania, died peacefully at home, December 7, 2021, at the age of 100. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Jacob Solome, daughters Elana Goldman and Nancy Kacew, their husbands, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The youngest of six children, she often spoke of her happy childhood with loving parents. At the onset of WWll, her parents sent her to hide in the woods for what they thought would be just a few days to avoid the arrival of the Nazis, but never saw them again. Surviving alone she eventually was taken in by a Polish farmer where she worked and hid; and where she met her future husband. Arriving in New York she taught herself English in addition to the six other languages she spoke. Her gifts extended to cooking and gardening; but most of all she will be remembered for her gift of immense love and devotion to her family. Gifts can be made to: Anti-Defamation League or UJA's Community Initiative for Holocaust Survivors in her honor.

Published by New York Times on Dec. 10, 2021.
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What a beautiful story.

The Real McCoy Group

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December 16, 2021

I join the many strangers who read Eda´s obituary and were touched by her life. Bless her family and friends at this time of loss, but may her legacy live long in your hearts.

Judy

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December 13, 2021

Thank you for sharing Eda with the world.
May her memory be a blessing.

Mary in NH

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December 13, 2021

While I didn't know Eda her life and story is an inspiration. I have made a donation to the UJA in her honor.

michael

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December 13, 2021

What an amazing woman, thank you for sharing her life with the world. May her memory be a blessing .

JayneAnn

December 13, 2021

My deepest condolences to the family for such a profound loss. May her memory be a blessing.

Christine

December 13, 2021

I didn't know Mrs. Solome, but after reading a bit about her, I feel a deep sense of loss. What a remarkable woman, what an amazing human being. My sincere condolences to her family and friends.

Bobbi

December 13, 2021

I´m so sorry for your loss. It sounds like she was a very strong & determined woman. I´m thankful I got to hear about Eda and a bit of her life.

Kristin

December 13, 2021

Beautiful, I would love to hear more about Ms Solome. Best to her surviving family.

Scott

December 12, 2021

May her memory be for a blessing.

Am Israel Chai.

Kinneret

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December 12, 2021

Am shalom

Nikki

December 12, 2021

While I didn't know of Eda until I read her obit she sounds like an amazing women who overcame one of the world's great atrocities to have an amazing life. I hope your family has a joyous holiday season and prosperous New Year. May she rest in peace.

Rick Burnham

December 12, 2021

What an incredible life she lived. I am certain her spirit and strength has been passed along to her family and her friends. The embodiment of what a human life can be.

Paul Swanson

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December 12, 2021

For a life well lived. Sending prayers for peace.

Julie

December 12, 2021

Sorry for your family loss. Eda sounded like an amazing woman and her story is truly touching. I wonder how she would react knowing so many people have just learned about her. I wish your family all the best during these times. Spread love to all :)

david from calgary

December 12, 2021

She was a miracle, an example to us all, and I pray for comfort for all of her family.

Jennifer

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December 12, 2021

My deepest condolences to Eda´s entire family. What a wonderful human Eda must have been. You were blessed to have her in your lives and blessed with the memories she made with you all. I hope they bring you joy until you can be with her again.

Julie

December 12, 2021

I did not know Eda, but she seems to have lived a full life. May her memory be a blessing.

Teresa

December 12, 2021

Condolences to her loved ones.
Rest in peace, Eda.

Jim M.

December 12, 2021

Am shalom

Matt

December 12, 2021

In memory of Eda Solome - a wonderful woman who survived the Holocaust and together with her husband Jacob, raised a wonderful family and left a legacy of love.

Ori Ben Shai

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December 12, 2021

I didn´t know your dear Eda, but I was so touched reading her obituary in the New York Times. May she Rest In Peace. Wishing your family love, light, and comfort.

Lisa in Salt Lake City, Utah

December 12, 2021

I did not know your wife, mother and grandmother, but you all are in my heart.

Loren Penman

December 12, 2021

Amazing. I was thankful to hear about her long and full life, starting with such tragedy. Rest In Peace.

Chris D

December 12, 2021

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