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Amelia Arnow Obituary

Arnow, Amelia "Vicki" (nee Askew), loving mother of Terry Arnow, Penny (Ron) Levin, Kathy (Kevin) Ryan, Sherry (Michael) Sharpe, Dawn (Tom) Owen and Curt Arnow, cherished Nana of Kelly (Todd), Edward (Kari), Tom (fiancee Sarah), Stephen, Ryan (Mike), Heather, Corey, TJ, Katie, Megan, David and Ashley, adored great-grandmother of Faith, Thomas, Andrew, Evan and Katherine, dear sister of Ralph B. (Patricia) Askew, former wife and dear friend of Burton Arnow. Chapel service Tuesday, 2:30 p.m. at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Heart Assn, 3816 Payshere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. For info 847-255-3520.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 2, 2008.

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Katrin McVean

June 5, 2008

Dear Curt (and Arnow Family),

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family during this sad time.

Blanche O'Connor

June 4, 2008

My deepest sympathy to family and friends of Vicki. I worked with her for many years at T A Cummings. She always had a smile for all, kind words to share, sometimes a joke, and a sparkle in her eyes. She shared her lemon bars with us,along with other treats. My prayers to all. Blanche O'Connor

June 4, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cristi A. Gross

June 3, 2008

To Vicki's Family
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you.
Remember you all have some of her in you.
Keep it alive, so little will be lost.

Pam & Ron Bartter

June 3, 2008

Dear Penny Lu and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of "Nana Vicki". She was a beautiful woman, and a special person to lots of people. Cherish all the fun times you and the sisters had traveling with her to high school reunions and visiting family/friends. Remember... love lives on in our hearts. And last of all, sending you all the biggest hug ever.

Fred and Faith Shreck

June 3, 2008

Arnow Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, God bless you all.

Jeannine

June 3, 2008

Dear Curt (and Arnow family),
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, especially in this sad and difficult time. With deepest heartfelt sympathy. . .love, Jeannine

John Sharpe

June 3, 2008

It is so difficult to adequately express one's feelimgs at this time. In the short periods we spent with Vicki we could see that the love for her family and friends clearly overflowed in her spirit. Sleep well Vicky.

John and Car Sharpe

Jan Sharpe

June 3, 2008

Michael and Sherry.I am so glad I had the pleasure of spending time with Vickie during my visit to the U.S.A. whilst staying with you. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
All my love, Mum (Sharpe) in the UK

Carmen Palomo

June 2, 2008

Curt, my deepest sympathies to u and your family.

Daniel & Tiffany Hess

June 2, 2008

Sherry, Michael and the Arnow Family :

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

With all our love and support,
Daniel and Tiffany

Linda Phipps

June 2, 2008

Curt,,,My prays are with u and your family at this time....love Linda Phipps

Carolyn Barnes

June 2, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Brian Alexander

June 2, 2008

Kari and Ed,

My deepest sympathies to your family on your loss. She is always very pleasant and nice person. You will be in our prayers.

Love,

Brian, Kate, Dylan, Saydi and Tyler Alexander

Nicole Williams

June 2, 2008

Curt... I'm very sorry for your loss. You & your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you!
Love Nic

Laura Shurson

June 2, 2008

Dear Arnow Family -
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your Mom was fun to work with and my memories of her are warm and fond. Truly,

Randa and Alex McDonald

June 2, 2008

Dear Sherry and Michael, Steve, and all of Vicki's wonderful kids,

We are so very sorry to hear of your sweet mom's passing. We pray for you daily and ask God to give you strength to deal with your grief.

Love,

jill greenbaum

June 2, 2008

To the Arnow Family,
I'm so sorry to hear you lost Mom.
She was such a pleasant ladyto know and work with at TAC.
Jill Greenbaum (Lincoln Towers)

Jill Greenbaum

June 2, 2008

Curt & Terry,
I'm so sorry about Mom. I really enjoyed wworking with her at TA Cummingss. She is a very special lady.
Jill Greenbaum (from Lincoln Towers)

Tom Cummings

June 2, 2008

Arnow Family & Friends:
We will truly miss Vicki as she worked in our office for many years and brought many smiles to many of our customers. Our thoughts and prayers will be with her and her family.

Nyoda Yarbrough

June 2, 2008

Curt, you and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Joanie

June 2, 2008

Curt..My heart goes out to you and your family. I wish I could ease your pain in a time like this but please know I am here and thoughts are with you all if you need anything.

Stephanie Forsman

June 2, 2008

Curt, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers..With Love,Stephanie Forsman

Mike O'Brien

June 2, 2008

Ron and Penny,

Our deepest sympathies. You and your family are in our prayers during this very difficult time.

Mike and Dawn O'Brien

Kari Hanson

June 2, 2008

Curt-
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Megan Windsor

June 2, 2008

Amelia- Vicky was the most gracious lady I ever had the fortune to meet. Her family is a shining tribute to her. With love always to Terry, Penny, Kathy, Sherry, Dawn and Curt: From Megan and Mark Windsor

Lois Kosiek

June 2, 2008

I enjoyed working with Vicki. I always enjoyed her stories about her kids or the grandkids. She could light up a room and was always fun. She will truly be missed.

Lisa Gaffney

June 2, 2008

Curt, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you in this sad time. Lisa (SFC)

Karen Roberts

June 2, 2008

Dawn: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of grief.

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