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for Helene Leibowitz
Kelly Gonzalez
August 27, 2008
My deepest sympathies go out to the family. I just learned of Helene's passing this morning and I'm still in a state of shock. I was privileged to have known Helene most of my life (from when I attended after-school care at the JCC to interning for her in high school; and then working for Alan- my first real job!). Know that she holds a special place in everyone's heart and that is where she and my memories of her will always be.
Peace and love,
Alan Leibowitz
August 15, 2008
Our heartfelt thanks to each of you for your postings to this guest book.
The Helene Leibowitz family.
Debra Sukel Morris
August 12, 2008
Dear Leibowitz Family,
I first met Helene when I was a camp counselor at the JCC on SW 8th St. I was still in college and she had such an influence on my life. I met up with her many years later as I took my Girl Scout troop to entertain the seniors at the JCC. So many years have passed since we first met in 1978, but my fond memories of Helene will remain forever in my heart.
Suzan Farber
July 24, 2008
Dear Family and Friends of Helene:
I was privileged to know Helene for many years through her loving work at the Dave & Mary ALper JCC in Kendall. No matter how difficult, she always came through for my family and me, especially by getting us extra tickets and saving seats for performances. As everyone has noted, Helene was an extradordinary, first-rate human being--always positive, always kind and exhuberant. Just seeing her made my day better. I will never forget her. May her memory be for a blessing.
With much love,
Suzan Farber
Bethany Ladd
July 22, 2008
Dear Alan and family,
Learned of Helene's death this evening from a mutual friend's email. My friendship with Helene began while studying together for our Master's. Her vibrancy, and love of humor and human interactions was what she was about. Her work at JCC was incredibile-Senior's fashion shows, theatre productions, fund raiser at Dadeland, she could, would and did it all with a huge heart. She will be missed, we are all blessed to have shared time with her. My thoughts are with you all.
Mike Berezin
July 22, 2008
Helene was a wonderful warm loving person with a fine sense of humor.We feel shock and sorrow and deep sympathy for her family. Sincerely Mike and Jean Berezin
Susan Hayden
July 19, 2008
Dear Leibowitz Family,
Just this past week I remembered a phone conversation I had had with Helene before you moved. I was so shocked to read of her passing. She was incredibly warm and compassionate. My deepest condolences . May her memory be for a blessing.
Patricia Worth
July 19, 2008
SUCH A SADNESS FOR ALL OF US...but imagine the joy she's bringing up above!!
Helene gave me the most memorable intro for a feng shui talk I was to give @ a Seniors brunch...She said...I BET YOU'RE ALL HERE BECAUSE YOU THINK FENG SHUI HAS TO DO W/KINKY SEX!!!
(It doesn't!)
That's our Helene!!!
Estelle Friedberg
July 19, 2008
Dear Leibowitz Family: How saddened I was to read about the passing of Helene. She was an inspiration, a shining star and a guiding light to my mother, my children, Michael and me.
Beryl & Paul Saluk
July 16, 2008
Dear Alan, David, Sandy & Family:
We are saddened by your loss. Helene energized all those around her and will be missed by so many. We are fortunate to have found you and Helene as friends in our life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul and Beryl
Jennifer Klein
July 14, 2008
Alan,
I am in Israel and only just heard. I prayed for Helene and your family at the wall on July 4th and I will do so again this Wednesday.
Helene touched my life and I am so happy to have known her. Please stay in touch.
Jenny
Sam Levy
July 14, 2008
Dear Leibowitz family: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Helene was such a sweet and wonderful woman whose positive impact on us all will live forever. Even though its been so many years since K-Land carpool..high school..I still can hear her sweet voice and see her always warm smile. Love--Sam Levy
Arthur, Gayle and Samantha Specht
July 10, 2008
Dear Alan, Sandy and Family,
We were shocked and deeply saddened to learn that our special Helene passed away last week. Although we knew the challenges that she had been through, she had such a vivacious fighter's spirit we just knew in our hearts that she would win the battle! How could she not? We will miss that sassy glint in her eye and her contagious laughter terribly. We felt like family when were were invited into your home. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all and please let us know if there is anything at all that we can do to help to easy your pain.
Love, Arthur, Gayle and Samantha
Stephen Gair
July 10, 2008
Dear Alan & family,
I wanted to add to what Janice wrote - I knew Helene first as a boss and then as a collegue and a friend. She was the positive light in almost any situation. My fellow JCC players will remember her with warmth, affection and awe - she could pack 2000 patrons into our slap-together theater on folding chairs, selling out almost every performance. Then she'd burst into tears when we thanked her for a job well done. I truly miss her.
Rich Sternberg
July 10, 2008
Dear Leibowitz Family,
None of you would have reason to know me, but I was a high school classmate of your Wife/Mom, and of course knew her as Helene Falk.
She had an endless degree of warmth and care, and a smile that was photogenic. I am so very sorry to learn of her passing.
When I discovered same yesterday in the NY Times, I truly became emotional, as I recalled so many times during those high school days, so very long ago, when we were involved in school activites or attended parties, together. In fact [I may be mistaken] but I think we dated a few times, tho' I admit it was never serious in any way.
Most of all, I just want to say I am so sorry for your loss. No one can ever take from you the many contributions she made to each your lives.
Rich Sternberg [SHS '61]
Patti Parker Silva
July 10, 2008
Words cannot even describe the magnitude of the gifts Helene shared with all that knew her. Her lasting legacy is pure, unconditional Love. The big man upstairs is the next closest to this feeling she gave to every single person she met in her lifetime. What a gift she gave to all of us.
Love is spelled H-E-L-E-N-E.
I thank G-d she touched my life.
I know she'll be one of the Angels who speaks to me when I need encouragement and need to know the Truth.
I love you so much Sandy, David and Alan!!
ross pivnik
July 9, 2008
Dear Helene,
I'm sorry I hadn't come around sooner to visit. It had been 6 years since we last spoke. I owe so much to you and even though I thanked you, I never thanked you enough. You gave me my start with teaching magic at the JCC. I went on to become a teacher because of you. Now I own my own business and because of the skills you entrusted to me, I am a better person for having known you. I know you touched many lives in many ways, but I wanted you to know that I have never forgotten what you saw in me and nurtured.
I know where ever you are right now, you are organizing and coordinating something really great. I'll miss you and I'll never forget the trust you had in me.
with love,
Ross Pivnik, Miami FLorida
rhoda and roy heimlich
July 9, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Helene was more than special to us all.
Pamela Parker
July 9, 2008
My dear friends...although time and distance seperated us, I will always be thankful for knowing your wonderful wife and mother. Helene and I shared many wonderful memories, lots of laughter and a few tears for the 10 years we worked together. She was one-of-a-kind, a larger-than-life woman with a personality more spectacular than any I knew before or will know since. Although her passing will leave a huge void in your lives, I'm sure, she touched countless others the same way she touched me and because of that, her memory will shine on. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you Alan, Sandy and David.
Linda Mann
July 9, 2008
Dear Alan, David, Sandra and Family,
Like so many others, I will remember Helene for her passion, energy, committment and loyalty. Helene was one in a million and I will miss her too.
With sympathy,
Carrie Cort
July 9, 2008
Dear Alan, Sandy and David:
Helene touched so many people in such positive ways. She will be so missed by everyone. We send our heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family. Please get in touch when you can. Carrie and Kenny Cort
William Walley
July 9, 2008
Dear Alan:
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dear wife,Helene. I was so looking forward to seeing you and her at our 50 reunion last year. I hope you will be comforted by her memory.
Joel & Marlene Mutzman
July 9, 2008
Dear Alan, David, Sandy & Family
We are saddened by the passing of Helene. She was truly a very special, upbeat and super human being. May her soul light up the heavens. She touch so many people both young & old with her love & laughter. So please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Joel & Marlene
Betsy Markey
July 8, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Helene's passing. Her dedication to the JCC Senior's program touched me and my family in a way that will always be remembered. Her professionalism and enthusiasm were directly responsible in bringing happiness to my Mother. I am grateful to have known her.
Jane Salzman
July 8, 2008
Dear Alan, David and Sandy,
I have the fondest memories of Helene, both at Raquette Lake and in Miami, as a vibrant, smiling, caring and extremely capable woman who had the time to spread love to others all the while adoring her family. Her accomplishments in life are a wonderful legacy she leaves to you and I pray you find some comfort in this.
With sincere sympathy,
Jane Salzman
Arlene Wulz-Fournier
July 8, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Arlene and Morris Maranz
July 8, 2008
Dear Alan, Sandy and David: Our hearts go out to all of you for the loss of this wonderful person. We have so many memories for such a short time. (Remember when she brought the man from Publix to Seder!) Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Helene Kass
July 8, 2008
Dear Alan,
I remember vividly all the good times we had at the JCC. Helene was always a great leader and lots of fun.
I often think of the good times we had. May she rest in peace.
With love and fond memories,
Helene Kass
Eddie & Tulia Levy
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan, Sandy, David and family:
We are very saddened by the passing of Helene. There are so many wonderful memories that we hold of her. The many Saturday's spent in K-land and at Killian's football games. Watching David and Sam playing football. Helene and I running up & down the field screaming "That is my baby" and Alan and Eddie seating the the bleachers fixing the world. Watching Sandy (so cute) cheerleading and just hearing Helene be so proud of her children. Memories of dinners, carpools and just enjoying Helene's kindness and love for all. May God give you strength in these hard times. Our prayers are with all of you.
Eddie,Tulia, Sam & Joey Levy
Debbie (Cohen) Sperber
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan, David and Sandy,
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. There is a special place in my heart for Helene. I have so many fond memories of her (and your family) from Raquette Lake, the JCC, and beyond. I hope knowing how much she has touched the lives of so many people will help you through this difficult time.
With sympathy,
Diane & Miles Lawrence
July 7, 2008
Alan and family, even though we were friends so many years ago, we remember Helene well as a truly "up" person who loved life, her family, and the people whose lives she touched. Our thoughts are with you in the loss of a truly wonderful woman.
Sal Sottile
July 7, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Leibowitz family on the loss of a fine and loving person. I especially send my regards to David and Sandy, both of whom I taught at Miami Killian High School, and who I to this day have fond memories of.I remember seeing Helene and Alan at Primo's Restaurant and telling how David and Sandy were doing in English. I remember Helene as just about the warmest and most nurturent mother anyone could ever have.
Sal Sottile Melbourne, Fl
Bobbi Stanley
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan, Sandy and David,
It was an honor to be one of your mother's friends. I will never forget the life lessons she taught me. Spending these last few days with all of you proved to me that her legacy has been passed on to her wonderful children and grandchildren. The love that flows through your homes is a tribute to Helene. There will never be another Helene, but Sandy, David and Al all possess the same qualities that made Helene so special. May her memory be a blessing and may everyone who knew and loved her continue to love life like Helene did!
Much love, Bobbi & Alan Stanley
Bunny Michaelson
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan and Family:
I am deeply saddened by the passing of your beloved Helene.
My husband and I were part of her Sophmore Group at the J.C.C. She was our "Leader." Of the places she took us to and the fun we all had. She made us feel young again.
Her beautiful smile, sparkling eyes and her zest for life will be remembered by all who had the privilege to know her.
Please God, may she rest in peace.
She will remain in my heart forever.
My love and condolences to you and all your family.
Bunny Michaelson
Karen Cohen
July 7, 2008
To the Leibowitz family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Craig and I were very much looking forward to celebrating the simcha of our wedding with Helene and your family. Although I never had the opportunity to meet her in person, just speaking to her on the phone was enough for me to know what an amazing person she truly was. She will be greatly missed and our deepest condolences and prayers are with you all during this time.
Love always,
Karen Cohen and Craig Coaches
Renée Mandel
July 7, 2008
To Alan and family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. Helene will always be in my heart. She was was a wonderful person.
Janet Jacob Sloane
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan & Family;
Helene will always be remembered by those whose lives she touched. She was a special lady whose absence will be felt by many. Our thoughts are with you.
Janet and Marv
Larry & Barbara Sherry
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Helene was a remarkable person who will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paula Sherry-Podradchik
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan and family,
We are sadden to learn of Helene's passing. Helene was a remarkable person who will be greatly missed. She touched so many people in many ways. My entire families thoughts and prayers are with you during the hard times.
Juliette Beer
July 7, 2008
So saddened with the passing of Helene. My best to the family. Juliette Beer Sarasota Florida and Raquette Lake Camp.
Melissa Leeds
July 7, 2008
To the Leibowitz family: I'm so sorry and shocked of the loss of Helene. She was the best!!! Spent many summers with her at camp... Love and prayers to the family David, sandy, and her wonderful husband
Sandra Russo(formerly Berman)
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan,
I just read of Helene's passing and I wanted to send my heartfelt condolences to you, David, Sandy and their families. I am so sorry for your loss.
Helene was the first person I met when we moved to "the block". Her friendliness and enthusiasm will not be forgotten.
Best Regards,
Sandra
Chris Seagrave
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan, David and Sandy,
Friday night dinners and Sunday brunches…
Learning how to laugh, how to give, and speak about what is most important.
Helping us define ourselves through challenges rather than failures.
Setting an example of what love and relationship really mean…
Thank you, Helene. You will always be remembered!
Sharon Fried
July 7, 2008
I am deeply sadden to learn of Helene's passing. My deepest condolences to Alan and the rest of the family. She was a vibrant, beautiful and unforgettable person who touched my life in so many ways. She will be missed but never forgotton.
Sharon Fried
Sharon Fried
Dotty and Lou Sasmor
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan and Family,
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of our dear Helene. May you be comforted by family and friends and by all your wonderful memories.
Love,
Dotty and Lou
Linda and Liana Vasserot
July 7, 2008
We will always remember Helene's wonderfully positive attitude towards life and her giving spirit. She and Alan opened their home many a time for all of us to share and she will be missed.
John Courtright
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan,
You have our deepest sympathy with the passing of Helene.
Jack Courtright and
Arlene Weiss, Ph.D.
[email protected]
Tappy & Karen Rosson
July 7, 2008
Alan,David, Sandy...so very sorry for your loss. A Mom/A Wife IS THE HEART of a family and yours was one of the greatest. I remember her energetic, loving and laughing. I'll hope she is watching you all now, loving and smiling.
RITA LEWISON SINGER
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan & family,
It was a shock to read about Helene's passing in The Herald this morning. We remember her as warm, funny, friendly, and very special. Please accept our sincere condolences. May she rest in peace...
With love, Rita & Larry Singer
Masha and Ron Stoff
July 7, 2008
Helene was by far the most energetic, enthusiastic, and caring person we have ever known. She was in competion with the sun for being the brightest star on the earth.There is no doubt she was the winner. No light will ever shine as she did. The world will never be the same without her.
Mickey Cohen
July 7, 2008
Helene's life touched so many many people. She made a huge difference in this world. My mom was one of the seniors at Miami JCC. She always knew that she could find a friend in Helene. And what a sense of humor! May her memory be a blessing
Mickey & Harris Cohen
Lynn and Art Miller
July 7, 2008
Helene was a great lady and she will be missed.
Cathy and Mitch Shmalo
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan, We were very saddened to hear about Helene's passing. Baruch Dayan Haemes. Know that the love she had for you, the children,your beautiful grandchildren will continue to sustain you through this period. Know also that the love she shared with her friends and all who were privileged to have known her and be touched by her goodness, and joy for life will also be comforted and sustained at this time. She will continue to be a source
of inspiration, and strength to us all.
May G-d comfort you and all those who mourn in Israel and for Yerushalayim. All our heartfelt thoughts and love are with you today and always. Mitch and Cathy
phyllis miller
July 7, 2008
Please accept our deepest heartfelt
sympathy. We have fond memories
of Helene and will always think of her
laughing. Love, Phyllis Miller,
Jodi and Brad Weiss, Bruce and Lee
Miller and Kim and Steve Miller
Janice & Steve gair
July 7, 2008
We are truly sorry to hear about Helene's passing. She was a really wonderful, caring person. A true friend to Steve and myself.
We are so glad her grandchildren had time to know her and love too.
Martha Backer
July 7, 2008
Helene was truly a special person, to the JCC, to her friends, to each of the Seniors she worked with and to the community...may her memory be for a blessing. She was missed when she moved from Miami, but she was still in our hearts, and our thoughts as she fought to live and be near her family in Georgia. My condolences... (I can see her setting up new programs in Heaven already...)
Neil Littauer
July 7, 2008
Dear Alan:
We will miss Helene's beautiful smile and remarkable spirit.
All our love.
Aida and Neil Littauer
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