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Barbara Blum Obituary

Blum, Barbara Barbara Blum (nee Schultz), 79, beloved wife of the late Arthur J. Blum. Devoted mother of Michael (Ruth) Blum and Margie (Craig) Zucker. Adoring Grandmother of Adam, Matthew, Lee and Lauren. Loving Step-Grandmother of Daniel, Jordan and Lily Goodman. Dear Sister of the late: Sedelle Bauer and Chester Schultz. Fond former mother-in-law of Nancy. Funeral services Sunday, April 17, 2011 at 10 AM at The Piser Chapel, 9200 N. Skokie Blvd, (at Church St.) Skokie. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Cancer Research- NorthShore HealthCare Foundation, 1033 University Place, Suite 450, Evanston, IL., 60201 or CJE Senior Life, 3003 W. Touhy, Chicago, IL., 60645 Info: Piser Funeral Service 847-679-4740

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 15, 2011.

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judy shiffman

April 19, 2011

Dear Margie and Craig and family,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother and grandmother. I hope that the love and support that is being sent to you will continue to sustain you during this difficult time. Margie, you are a loving and compassionate person, and I send you our good wishes for peace.
with love, Judy Shiffman and family

April 19, 2011

Dear Michael,

We were very saddened to learn of your loss. We hope the memories of your mother bring great comfort and blessing to you, your family, and all who loved her.

With deepest sympathy, Fred and Brenda

Larry Plotzker

April 18, 2011

Michael,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. So sorry for your loss.

April 18, 2011

My deepest condolences go out to the Blum and Zucker family. So very sorry for your loss. May all the wonderful memories you have help comfort you.

Love, Marci Greenspon

Sue Reinish

April 17, 2011

I became friends with Barbara through our wonderful mutual friend Elaine Golan. Barbara was an exception lady and friend. My wishes for wonderful memories of her are with her family.

April 17, 2011

Dear Margie,
Kathy and I offer our deepest sympathy on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chip and Kathy Schank

April 17, 2011

Dear Dr Blum and Family:
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. She was a kind and caring person. I have fond memories of her across the hall from Dr. Fox.
As always,
Warren and Jo Laufenberg

Sheldon Langendorf

April 17, 2011

With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loving mother.

Sheldon Langendorf

Michael LeRoy

April 17, 2011

Dear Margie and Michael,
Your Mom always made time for our family. She shared in our joys and magnified our happiness. We never saw her without a smile. We will miss our Aunt Barbara dearly. Love, Michael & Janet LeRoy

April 16, 2011

Dear Margie,
David and I just wanted to offer our condolences. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Marlene & David Mikell, Chicago

Cindy Gold

April 16, 2011

Sorry to hear about your mom. I remember her fondly when I used to visit my aunt and uncle across the street from your house in Wilmette. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

fran wolff

April 16, 2011

Dear Margie,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

April 15, 2011

dear margie and michael. i was very saddened to read of your mom"s death. my memories of arthur and barbara goes back over 35 years. they were both wonderful and sweet and the world was a better place because of them. allan wolff

The Levitts

April 15, 2011

Thinking of you!

April 15, 2011

With my fond memories of your beloved mother Barbara, my dear sorority sister and bridesmaid of over sixty years ago. She will always live in our hearts.
Barbara (Bobby) & Burt Silberman

April 15, 2011

You were always there for me and I will forever miss you......."my girl friend, forever!" Our hearts are with your family, today.......we are with them in spirit.......LOVEY AND BOB

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