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Barbara Levin Obituary

Levin, Barbara (nee Greenblatt) 83, beloved wife of the late Harry; loving mother of Maureen Diamond-Pestine (Ronald Pestine); Bonnie Arkin and Rick Levin (Kimberly Weiner); cherished grandmother of Howie, Michael, Sam, Rachel and Hannah; dear sister of the late Melvin Green, Sheldon Green and Diana Epstein; treasured aunt, cousin and friend of many. Barbara was the proprietor of Hearts Desire in Highland Park. She had a vibrant personality who lived well, laughed often and enjoyed life. Graveside service Thursday 11 am at Shalom Memorial Park, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jewish National Fund For Planting Trees in Israel, 60 Revere Drive, Suite 960, Northbrook, IL 60062. For information, Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 847.255.3520 or www.shalom2.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 26, 2012.

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Dolores Lizak

October 13, 2012

Bonnie, I am so sad to hear about your mom and want you to know you and your family are in my prayers. Treasure your memories and feel bless you had her for your mom.

October 6, 2012

As the information trickles down I am sad to here about your Mom. In my mind she was my friend as well as my Aunt. I will miss her . Rick,Maureen and Bonnie I send to you my condolences may your mom rest in peace..
Joel Recu

Michelle Barnett

October 2, 2012

I remember Barbara's laugh...it brings back many childhood memories.
Michelle (Recu) Barnett

Beth Shadur

September 30, 2012

Bonnie, I am so sorry to hear that your lovely mom has passed away. My sincere condolences. She was so vibrant! I remember well how enthusiastic and warm she was at Heart's Desire, and how I enjoyed coming in to see you both. I send you comforting wishes from my heart.

mimi rapper

September 30, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Abby Neumann

September 27, 2012

Bonnie:
I am very sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts are with you & your family.

Carolyn Osborn Ingle

September 27, 2012

I attended Austin H.S. with Barbara. She was such a smiling, friendly person!One of te good ones, for sure.

Benny Hershcovich

September 27, 2012

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother Maureen.

I'm sure she was a very special person. Sonia, the kids and I are thinking of you during this difficult time.


"May G-d Almighty comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem."

September 26, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

September 26, 2012

Barbara was a part of my Hearts Desire life, vibrant, full of life and always ready to go dancing, She will be fondly remembered. Shirley Kessler

Kirk Moser

September 26, 2012

Maureen,

So sorry to read about the loss of your Mom. I remember her as a fun, caring and lovely women, who was always kind to me.

Kirk Moser

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