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IVY JANE ZOLA (Age 22)
On Saturday, August 25, 2007, IVY JANE ZOLA of Potomac, MD, passed away suddenly in her sleep; beloved daughter of Andrea L. and Geoffrey Zola; dear granddaughter of Deborah Cohen and loving niece of Gary and Sherry Cohen and Eileen and Jeffrey Joseph and four cousins, Jeremy, Jordan, Jeremy and Jonathan. Ivy was a senior student at American University. Ivy's three loves were Judaism, her horses and singing. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, August 28 at 1:30 p.m. at Washington Hebrew Congregation, 3935 Macomb St., N.W., Washington, D.C, 20016. Interment Garden of Remembrance in Clarkburgs, MD. Family will be observing Shiva through Thursday evening at the residence of Andrea and Geoffrey Zola. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made To The Youth Fund of Washington Hebrew Congregation. Arrangements entrusted to EDWARD SAGEL FUNERAL DIRECTION, 301-217-9400.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ivy Zola
Liran Plivatzky
September 15, 2007
I have met Ivy a few months ago when she visited my workplace “Or Hadash” synagogue in Haifa. I was so sorry to hear about your loss and hope you find comfort in knowing she had a friend in Israel and that I consider myself to be very lucky to have met such a loving, caring and kind person.
May the love of family and friends carry you through your time of grief.
Trisha
September 11, 2007
To the Zola Family..I met Ivy at my place of work where she always came in with a smile and always was there to listen.Ivy was there for me when my grandmother passed away in June of this year.No matter what Ivy had going on she always made time to talk.She was truly a great friend and will truly be missed by the entire office.May our thoughts and prayers be with you in your time of need. God Bless
Ann Reilly
September 6, 2007
Dear Andy and Geoffrey,
I continue to think of you both and Ivy most of everyday. I pray for her and you both. This morning I saw that she is joined by the great Pavarotti, whose beautiful soul I know will meet up with Ivy's as they send beautiful song to earth.
Again, all my love, hugs, and sympathy to you both. Love and Light, Ann Reilly
Eugene Silverman
September 2, 2007
To the family of Ivy Zola,
I wish to express my condolences to you. My mother was Roz Silverman, who worked at WHC for about 60 years. She passed away on May 6th of this year, and I remember her speaking fondly of Ivy over the years. She remembered her singing and her strength of character. I know my mother would have wanted me to write and express her sense of loss to you. Of all the children who passed through my mother's life, Ivy was exceptional.
We are also connected because I am married to Marie Silverman (Thompson), who you knew through Navy and NIH
Marie (Thompson)Silverman
September 2, 2007
Dear Andi and family,
I am shocked and saddened to learn of the death of your beloved daughter, Ivy. I only met Ivy once or twice but i remember when you carried her and when she was born. It was all that was important to you and that remained so. I wish you the comfort only God can provide you during this most sorrowful of times and hope you and your family can find peace knowing that while you knew her here on earth you gave her a wonderful life.
Brenda and Steven Friedman
September 1, 2007
We are so saddended to hear of this tragic loss. We were away out of the country and not able to personally share your grief. Ivy was a talented special person, who will be missed by all of us. Please remember the sweetness of her voice and the magic she shared.
Lauren Kabumoto
August 30, 2007
Dear Mr and Mrs Zola,
I just heard about Ivy's passing last. I was fellow singer of Ivy's in the AU music department. I will always remember her spirited manner and lovely mezzo soprano voice. Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss.
Donna Citrin
August 30, 2007
Andy and Geoffrey,
I rode with Ivy in Dickerson. She was always cheerful and encouraging. She certainly had a zest for life. Her many interests gave her more than most people had in a lifetime. She will be dearly missed.
I wish you both better times. May your cherished memories of Ivy be with you and comfort you.
Sincerely,
Donna Citrin
Monique Mayer
August 30, 2007
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Zola,
I wish there were words to ease yoour pain. May God comfort you in your time of need and sorrow.
Danna Walker
August 29, 2007
I was one of Ivy's professors at American University last spring. Ivy's gregarious nature made her a standout. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Ellen Elow-Mintz
August 29, 2007
Dear Andi and Geoffrey,
I was so sorry to learn of your loss. When I think about my daughters'(Miriam and Tamar) childhood at the JCC, Ivy and you are very much a part of it all. With no effort at all I can see Ivy scampering about and hear your joyful voices. She will always be in my heart when I recall those lovely simpler days.
May the memories of the joy she brought her family and friends be a comfort to you.
Ellen
Kerianne Pelusi
August 29, 2007
Mr and Mrs Zola,
I'm so sorry to hear of Ivy's passing. I didn't know her well as she came into my life for only a semester while she was at the University of Tampa. Words can't describe my sorrow and sympathy for you and your family. Ivy was a love and I feel privleged to have known her. She was such a special young lady. She will be forever in our hearts and you and yours will be forever in our thoughts and prayers.
In deepest sympathy.
Kerianne Pelusi
(A sister of Delta Zeta)
Deborah Schnitler
August 28, 2007
Although I did not know Ivy very long, she was a beautiful gift in my life and made a great impact. She had such passion! I will truly miss her. Ivy you were loved more than you knew and touched more people than I believe you realized. You are very special and the people whose paths you crossed, will certainly not forget you.
Love,
Deborah
kathy orr
August 28, 2007
Dear Andi and Geoffrey,
I was so heart broken to hear of your loss, may peace be with you during this most difficult time. I love you both and can not imagine the pain you are feeling right now. Heaven has a new angel who is singing her heart out.
All our love,
Kathy, Bob, Michael, and Sydney Orr
Sharon Dekelbaum
August 28, 2007
I have such fond memories of Ivy being in my three old class at the JCC with Marla and Randi. I remember Ivy as a chatterbox. Not only was she a beatiful girl with her long blond hair but she had such a sweet smile that it was hard not to smile with her. I remember you guys as wonderful parents and thought how lucky you were as well as Ivy. May her memory be for a blessing. May you find comfort in knowing that you are in so many others prayers and good thoughts. Warmly, Sharon Dekelbaum
Carrie Hubbard
August 28, 2007
Dear Zola Family,
I write on behalf of Ivy's family at Pat Solter's, Harkaway Farm. May you be comforted in your time of great sadness and find hope in the future.
Ellen Kovar
August 28, 2007
To Ivy's Family,
Our daughter, Rachel, recently met your Ivy. I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss as we lost our younger daughter, Julie, very suddenly in March. Please accept our condolences....
Diana Friedman
August 27, 2007
Ivy, we are still riding for you. I know horses brought you so much joy, and I will forever associate the joy of a horse with you. You will forever be in our hearts.
Cindy Shuman
August 27, 2007
Dear Andi and Jeff- How shocked and heartbroken I was to hear of Ivy's passing. There are no words that ease the pain of losing a child. I was honored to have been trusted with her care as an infant and loved seeing you and getting wonderful updates on Ivy's life. I know how proud you were of her and the direction her life was going. I am so terribly sorry for all of you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and my thoughts of Ivy shine brightly.
All my love,
Cindy Kolker Shuman
Cindy Shuman
August 27, 2007
Dear Andi and Jeff- How shocked and heartbroken I was to hear of Ivy's passing. There are no words that ease the pain of losing a child. I was honored to have been trusted with her care as an infant and loved seeing you and getting wonderful updates on Ivy's life. I know how proud you were of her and the direction her life was going. I am so terribly sorry for all of you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and my thoughts of Ivy shine brightly.
All my love,
Cindy Kolker Shuman
shannon rosoff
August 27, 2007
Andi and Jeff,I am sooooo shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Ivy. I know she was your pride and joy. I am so sorry you have to have so much pain and sadness in your life at this time, and if there is anything I can do for you, I am here for you.Love, Shannon Estrin Rosoff
Sylvia and Yale Newman
August 27, 2007
Please accept our sympathy on your loss. Ivy had so many hopes for the future. She spoke with deep feelings of her love of the Jewish faith combined with her love of singing. May her memory be for a blessing, and may you be comforted by the people of Israel and Jerusalem.
Deborah Nof
August 27, 2007
I only knew Ivy briefly when she was here in Israel. She was a sweet and smart girl, and I am so sorry for your loss. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion.
Carol Moses
August 27, 2007
Dear Zola Family - My husband and I met Ivy under unusual circumstances about a year ago. We were traveling home from an afternoon spent in Middleburg when we witnessed a motorcycle accident two "cars" in front of us. I rushed to the side of one of the motorcycle passengers and sat with her until help arrived. A few minutes later, Ivy arrived by my side. She had been in a car further back, but came to see if she could help. Ivy held the woman's head and helped me provide comfort until the paramedics arrived. While the paramedics were working on the injured woman, Ivy and I chatted. I learned of Ivy's love of horses, and we discovered that I had worked with the mother of a young girl that Ivy knew from equestrian competitions. What a small world. Ivy seemed much older than her years and I'm sorry that I never had the chance to get to know her better. May her memory be a blessing to you always. Sincerely, Carol Moses
The Kennedys
August 27, 2007
It is with deepest sympathy that I sign this. I thought the loss of a parent was hard, I can only imagine the grief felt at the loss of a child. Ivy loved her family, friends and her horses. She was a kind and generous person who only wanted to please. She is free and happy and will be with you forever.
Ann Reilly
August 27, 2007
Ivy is now in "Anatolia" where her spirit is surrounded by peace, love,and joy. Where she can ride free, and sing to us from heaven, and help others from the higher plane. I love you. Ann Reilly
Karen and Stuart Zanger
August 26, 2007
Our hearts are with Ivy's parents, and as best we can, we reach out to her spirit in prayer. Ivy's kindnesses to our daughter in recent years will never be forgotten. Our Mi Sh'beirach is for Ivy's grieving family and friends.
Erin
August 26, 2007
Rest in peace ivy. It is definitely not fair that you had to go at such a young age but I am sure you have found peace. I will always have so many memories from the barn, horse shows, shopping, lunches, ect. You will be truly missed by everyone that has ever met you. Hope to see you again someday. I LOVE YOU!
Cindi Knight
August 26, 2007
Andi and Family...
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May precious memories fill your heart and ease your pain.
Cindi Knight and Family
Rachel
August 26, 2007
Rest in peace, Ivy. You will be missed.
Honore & Rick Hastings
August 26, 2007
Dear Andi and Jeff - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please find comfort believing she is embracing you both with God and singing beautifullly with His angels.
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