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Jane Hakim Obituary
The incomparable Jane Lee Hakim (f/k/a Leffler), surrounded by her children, passed away peacefully at her apartment on July 10, 2020.
As the unofficial "mayor" of Rego Park, she was a fixture on her terrace, watching over and guiding everyone. Nothing went on in the neighborhood without her knowing about it.
A perfect blend of love, friendship and toughness, this "tough broad" and "rock", with a cigarette in her mouth and her key-ring around her wrist, had the unique ability to not only tell it like it was but also make everyone feel special and loved at the very same time.
She was our rock and inspiration, and the engine that ran the family. She epitomized strength, beauty and "home team forever". Her love, words, presence, smile, hugs, BBQ chicken and wet kisses were larger than life. Famous in her circles for saying "just give me a kiss [or hug]….now go away", she had the biggest heart and would do and be everything for everyone whether or not it was family, friends or neighbors.
She was predeceased by her husband, Fred, and loyal dog, a Poodle ironically named Bonecrusher, and was survived by her friends and relatives including her four children, Adam, Glenn, Mark and Lisa, her daughter-in-law, Mandy, her grandchildren, Emery, Reed, Juliana, Benjamin and Marisa, her extended family, Richie and Lia, and sisters-in-law, Ethyl, Claire and Shirley.
She will truly be missed and, with tremendous sadness and love, we say goodbye and hope she will rest in peace.
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Iris stare
July 7, 2025
I miss my greeting from the terrace every day
She gave lots of luv
She is watching us all
And smiling down in awe of her fantastic children. They r incredible in all ways. Making us all so proud
Keep rip. And say hi to Jake he is now up there with you!!! (Jack)
Hugs iris stare
Leone & Mel
July 7, 2023
Another year gone by and still looking up at your terrace making the turn to 64th Avenue. These years have gone by so quickly and you will live on in the memories of your Family & Friends. R.I.P.
LEONE & MEL TURNER
July 7, 2022
Hard to believe it has been 2 years since you left your FAMILY & FRIENDS. ADAM, MARK, LISA & GLENN, even as you remember this painful day, Mel & I hope you think of all the beautiful times you were able to have with your MOM. When in the car and Mel makes the turn to go up 64th Avenue, I still look up at your terrace. I will never forget the day you were on your terrace and Mel was coming home from work and you called me to say you saw Mel coming home. R.I.P.
Leone & Mel
July 7, 2021
Cannot believe the MAYOR of Walden Terrace JANE HAKIM is gone 1 year. We knew JANE going way back to the REGO FOREST POOL CLUB. If she had something to say she said it. Thinking about ADAM, MARK, LISA & GLEN & know how much they miss you. When in the car and making the turn up 64th Avenue, I still look up at your terrace but you are not there. R.I.P.
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LEONE & MEL TURNER
July 22, 2020
Mel & I have know Jane & her family since about 1969. We were not living here yet (lived in Sherwood Village) Met her at the Rego Forest Pool Club. Our condolences to Adam Mark, Lisa & Glenn. The 4 of you have each other to lean on. Hope you stick together always as you do not know how really great it is to have siblings. Jane & Fred raised 4 wonderful children. R.I.P. JANE
The Matarassos
July 14, 2020
Aunt Jane was a wonderful mother and person. She raised 4 children who adored her. You are all a testimony to her.
May the Almighty comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Lisa Shaw
July 13, 2020
What can I say about Jane that hasn't already been said. She was an amazing woman, a strong woman, a smart woman and a very loving and caring woman. She told it like it was whether you want to hear it or not but that was the best part about her. She treated me like I was one of her own children and I loved her so much. She loved her family and she loved her children and would do anything for them. I will never forget all that you have done for me!! how you've motivated me!!, And just simply genuinely love me! You will be missed terribly!! love you always "the other Lisa".... SHAW lol Every time I watch wheel of fortune I think of you... Rest in Peace... Xoxo
Robin Simkovsky-Atlas
July 13, 2020
She will be missed greatly but those who knew her
Susan Buttros
July 13, 2020
Jane was a trooper. Throughout her life, with difficulties and joy abounding, she managed her household, her children, and all that Life brought to her.
Jane was my friend, and confidant, and always opened her heart. I will miss our long telephone conversations, and I hope that she will still send her thoughts down from heaven to me and all of those that she loved. Because of who she was, all of her children were going to one another, and help other countries this very difficult time in their lives. Rest in peace, Jane, you will always be remembered.
Jack Cohen
July 13, 2020
She was one of a kind and will be missed
Lissa Hakim
July 13, 2020
My Aunt Jane. Thank you for your strength, love and encouragement always. For bringing 4 amazing human beings into this world, each with their own gifts, love, wisdom and creativity, and imbuing them with your strength, persistence and HUGE HEART!! You live on in Adam, Glenn, Mark and Lisa, and in your grandchildren and all of us whose lives are forever touched by YOU. Bless You Forever. Fly Free. Photos to follow!! XOXO Lissa
Barbara Dudley
July 13, 2020
She was bold, feisty and full of energy. May she rest with the angels and continue too guide and watch over the Hakim family. She is a Legacy and will be missed very mucho love u Jane Hakim
Judd
July 13, 2020
Jane always made me feel like l was her dearest friend.
Ruth Michelov
July 13, 2020
I will always remember Ms. Jane as vibrant, strong and as best as can be energetic! We had the best conversations in just a few minutes I would know so much about so many people, I loved her and she like my mom will always have a special place in my heart. Rest In peace Ms. Jane Love You.
Iris
July 13, 2020
SHE WAS MY SPECIAL INFORMATION DESK. WITH MANY
STORIES TO SHARE THRU GOOD TIMES AND BAD. THAT TERRACE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME BUT I KNOW HER GOOD SOUL WILL RIP
I WILL MISS THAT ONE OF A KIND FRIEND
BUT I WILL HAVE HER FAB KIDS TO SHARE GREAT MEMORIES WITH
IRIS STARE
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