Kreiman, Alice R. (nee Rubin). Beloved wife for 51 years of Jerry S., devoted mother of Deborah (Marvin) Talsky, Lisa Gendel and David (Kate) Kreiman, proud grandmother of Naomi, Taylor, Jordyn, Jessie, Sydney and Charlie, dear sister of Rita (Charles) Colbert, dearly beloved by extended family and friends. Services Friday, 11 a.m. at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 Dempster Street, Skokie. Memorials in her memory to Housing Options, 1132 Florence Ave., Evanston, IL 60202 or Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 0944, Evanston, IL 60204 or the Evanston Art Center, 2603 N. Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201 would be appreciated. Arrangements by: Chicago Jewish Funerals, David Jacobson, funeral director 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com
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Wendy Tucker (Tockman)
January 26, 2024
To Debbie, Lisa, David -- and your kids (and grandchildren?) -- It is now 2024. Alice certainly is the MOST significant and important person I've ever known (met her in 1962!). She continues to have a profound influence on how I live, and her values are those which I hope I've conveyed to my kids. (your cousins), Is this one component of immortality? Please know what extraordinary parents you had. Thank you. Wendy Tucker (Tockman)
Wendy Tucker (Tockman)
May 12, 2023
It's 2023 and I still think of Alice--what a friend she always was. She was steadfast and loyal and most importantly, honest to her core. To any in her family that might read this so many years later, please know that she will never be forgotten. An extraordinary person.
Michael Kreiman
January 27, 2008
Dear Aunti Alice:
I think of you often and miss our varied conversations. I hope that you and Mom are having fun. Do they let you two play the slots up there? Please say hi to my Dad for me. Take care!
Love,
Michael
Lori Hickey
January 27, 2008
Aunt Alice, It sure is hard not being able to see you while I talk to you. Know this, you are in my thoughts and prayers always! I love you and I miss you lots!
Love, Lori
David Kreiman
June 12, 2007
Hi Mom - me again. All is ok here - about ready to move - new house is coming along - Katie is doing a great job managing all the details of the work being done - I think you'd like it. Kids are good - Sydney broke her leg (long story) which has made the days and bedtime challenging, but they are happy kids and Jess is doing great - she is actually working at the stables twice a week earning free lessons - I watched her this past weekend. Of course the one time I watched, she had a horse she didn't like (very big), but I like watching her ride horses more than I liked watching her skate - she seems happier doing it and it is cool talking to her about horses - so much enthusiasm. I started driving your car - Charlie still calls it Grandma's car. I hope you are logged in - I think of you all the time, and miss you like crazy. Dad's doing ok, but I am sure you talk to each other. That's all for now - love you.
David Kreiman
May 16, 2007
Mom - forgot a couple things. I told you briefly about the twins. Kate is doing well - she is very excited about the new place, and misses you very much too. She always felt so lucky to have a mother-in-law like you. And J is doing great - 100% horse crazy (even went to Kentucky with Kate for a 13th birthday girls trip), and was able to do so because she kicked it up a gear in school and bore down and brought her grades up to just about all A's. I am proud of her. It can't be easy becoming a teenager with screaming terrible two twins and other stresses at home - she is an amazing young woman most of the time. I will write again. I have until February to add entries, so stay logged on, ok!
David Kreiman
May 16, 2007
Mom - although I say "hi" to you every day, I just felt like I wanted to write you a quick note, and assuming you will find Internet access and email where you are, maybe you will get this message. I can't be too personal here, since this can't be "private", but I want to make sure you know how much I love and miss you. I came by for a visit on Mother's Day. It is now my least favorite holiday - what good is it without you here. I didn't stay long because the twins were in the van, but they still ask for you, and your car, for now, is in the garage and they call it "Grandma's car". I show them your picture often. They are incorrigible, but amazing at the same time. The last month has been horrible with buying and selling homes, but thankfully, that is behind us now. You would be humbled by how much you are still missed everywhere - as silly as it sounds, I don't want my sadness to go away. I can be happy in life and still maintain my sadness for you not being here, so that is what I choose. Watch over me, and I will feed off that until we see each other again. Say hi to Grandma Gert. I love you mommy.
Lois Shartiag
March 25, 2007
Dear Lisa, Debbie, David and Jerry,
I just found out that my wonderful friend is no longer with us. She will always be in my heart. We were friends for so many years, working with ESCCA, the Art Center and Dist 65. I keep thinking of Chute, and my wonderful students, Debbie, David and Lisa. I will truly miss Alice. I extend my heartfelt sympathy. Love, Lois
Thomas Mertz
March 2, 2007
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My mother passed a year and a half ago and I understand what you must be going through. They were both part of a generation of women who made our city and our world better.
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TJ Mertz
Mary Dixon
February 27, 2007
Lisa,
Our condolences to your family on your loss.
She was clearly a very special person.
Tim Cunniff
February 23, 2007
When I think of Alice, I'm flooded with the warmest, heartfelt memories. Her generosity to all of Debbie's friends will never be forgotten or under appreciated.
Gunther Rice
February 5, 2007
Dear Jerry,
Although I have been out of touch with you for too long, I have not forgotten you or the wonderful times when we worked together so many years ago. I also remember when Celia and I met Alice at your home and our toddlers played together.I was therefore very sad to learn of your loss of Alice and of,what must have been, a good life together. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, and that I wish you may be spared all further grief. May you be comforted by the love of your family and friends.
Kate Eisenmenger
February 5, 2007
David, Debbie, Lisa & Jerry:
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We will always remember the great times growing up with the Kreiman family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
The Eisenmenger Gals---Annie & Kate
phyllis malitz
February 3, 2007
Dear Debbie, Marvin, & Naiomi,
Thinking of you at this difficult time. My prayers are with you and your family.
Donna Van Swol
February 3, 2007
Dear Deb, Marvin, Naomi, and Family,
Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. May your memories of your Mom/Grandma warm your hearts and bring you comfort as the next days and weeks pass. I know that her love for you will be with you forever.
The Van Swol Family
Marcy LaKind
February 2, 2007
Dear Lisa, Taylor and Jordyn,
Thinking about you all during these very difficult days. I was always so impressed with everything your mom/grandma was involved in and how much she gave back to our community.
Love, Marcy LaKind
Nancy Kwo
February 2, 2007
Dear Lisa, Taylor and Jordyn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy & Rayna Kwo
Lori Hickey
February 1, 2007
Dear Jerry, and my cousins and their children,
I love Aunt Alice probably as much as all of you do, and I will miss her immensely. Words cannot express the sadness in your loss. Call anytime I'll be glad to hear from you!
Love, Lori Kreiman Hickey
Lincoln Bleveans
February 1, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of Alice's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lincoln, Merry, Will, Jamie, and Annie Bleveans (Pawling, NY)
lydia morrissey
February 1, 2007
Dear Lisa, Taylor and Jordyn,
We are so sorry to hear about your mom and grandmother's passing. She sounds like she was a remarkable woman!
Alena so enjoyed meeting her and swimming in her pool.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
The Morrissey's
Jim, Lydia, Alena and Jack
Diane Stahl
February 1, 2007
Dear Debbie, David, Lisa and sweet Jerry ---
I was so sad to hear about Alice's passing. My memories are so vivid as we grew up.
May you find comfort in all the memories that fill your hearts, and may you find peace as the days pass. You are in my deepest prayers and thoughts.
Love-
DeeDee
Sam & Barbara Pugh
February 1, 2007
Dear Kreiman Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with during this most difficult time. Alice was a beautiful person both inside and more importantly inside. Our times together at The Players Club in Hilton Head are how we will always remember the playfull child in Alice.
Our Love to you all,
Sam & Barbara
Frank Jambois
February 1, 2007
Jerry. Our heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Frank & Barbara Jambois
Marla Forbes
February 1, 2007
Dear Kreiman Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Alice's passing. We spent many good times around the kitchen island together
May she rest in peace.
Love,
Marla
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