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Barbara Lorsch Obituary
Lorsch, Barbara "Bobbie" (nee Rotter) of Chicago, formerly of Milwaukee, WI, age 51, died after a courageous battle with cancer; beloved wife of Dr. Steve Lorsch; devoted daughter of the late Emanuel "Manny" and Sandra "Sandy" (nee Schulner) Rotter; loving sister of Violet Rotter and Dr. Steven (Dr. Collette) Rotter; cherished sister-in-law of Michael (Debbie) and Andy (Linda) Lorsch; treasured aunt of Arielle, Isaac, Daniel, Jennifer, David and Jeffrey; special niece of many. Bobbie will forever be in our hearts. Service Monday 11 a.m. at The Chapel, 195 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove (1 blk N. Lake Cook Rd.). Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Lungevity Foundation, 435 N. LaSalle St, Ste 310, Chicago, IL 60610. Info The Goldman Funeral Group, Irwin Goldman Director (847) 478-1600. 
Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Lorsch
34 Entries
Lorry Schmitz
April 6, 2022
I still miss you Bobbie. You were a gift.
Sharon Foley
May 28, 2008
Steve,
I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope that somehow, time will help ease the pain. My deepest sympathy.
John Irvine
May 2, 2008
Dr. Lorsch,
When we spoke prior to your wife's passing I was honored to hear about her. My prayers are with you. May the peace that the creator has for all of us find its way to you and comfort you in this time of your loss and grieving.
Dick Carmel
April 25, 2008
Steve,
I am sorry for your loss. In time, your memory of Bobbie will comfort you.
Teresa (OT)
April 22, 2008
Dr. Lorsch,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You and Bobbie made a wonderful couple. I loved the story of how the two of you got engaged at the old town art fest She was a kind and gentle women I always enjoyed her smile at Barr and at Masonic when worked there.
Randy and Larry Conaway
April 21, 2008
Dear Dr. Lorsch,
Larry and I were so sad to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary O'Sullivan
April 18, 2008
Steve,
God bless you and your family during this most difficult time. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Sheryl Wolff (now Hoover)
April 16, 2008
Dear Steve,
I heard about your loss from my Mom this morning. While I did not know your Bobbie, I know she must have been a wonderful person for you to give her your love and share your life. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Rob Niemiec
April 15, 2008
Dear Steve,
So sorry to learn of the loss of Bobbie. Was out of the USA and just returned today (Tues, April 15) and learned of Bobbie's passing from vm from Mike Schulhof. My deepest condolences to you.
Lorry Schmitz
April 15, 2008
Steve and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Bobbie and I were friends in grade school and high school. I loved her laugh so much. She was a gift to me during those days and I know she was a gift to you for many years. You all are in my heart.
Sandy Rowe
April 15, 2008
Steve, it's been a long time since we've touched base, but I've often asked after you both when I visit Masonic. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deborah Bivens
April 15, 2008
Dear Dr. Lorsch,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Be assured that we are in prayer for you and your family.
Mary Gennett
April 14, 2008
To Lorsch Family. My prayers are with all of you at this very sad time.
Kayla Radnor
April 14, 2008
Steve,
I am sorry for your loss. Bobbi was a special person not only in your life but in the lives of all who were fortunate enough to meet her.
marge nigro
April 14, 2008
dr lorsch
there are no words that i can say to you
to make this better .you are in my prayers marge nigro
April 14, 2008
Steve,
Bobbie is a 2nd cousin of mine on her Mom's side. We saw each other during family holiday gatherings while growing up in Milwaukee. I am so sorry now to hear of her death. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Susan Zukrow
Malinda Helm
April 14, 2008
Dr. Lorsch,
I worked with your wife through the Advocate Food Service Council. I truly admired her and enjoyed our time together. She will be missed and you are in my prayers.
Michelle Mabrito-Preimesberger
April 14, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful wife Bobbie. Even though I never met her I know she was a wonderful person just by the way you talked about her.
Ivy lloyd
April 14, 2008
Dr. Lorsch
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you & family in my prayers.
Cristine Mabrito
April 14, 2008
Dr. Lorsch,
I would like give you my deepest sympathy. My prayers and thoughts are with you and please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Your Friend,
Cris Mabrito
Sari Rotter
April 13, 2008
Steve,
We wish we could be with you tomorrow to celebrate Bobbie's life. We are sending all our love your way.
Sari and Family
Bob Jamrose
April 13, 2008
Steve,
My heart is out to you.
Your neighbor at 2141 N Lakewood
Miriam Weiss
April 13, 2008
Dr. Lorsch;
I am sory about your loss. You're a wonderful physician and person. My deepest sympathy.
You were physician to my late Mom, Celia Weiss.
Steven Brin
April 12, 2008
Steve,
So very sorry . Have known you and family for a very long time . Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family .
Sue and Steve Brin
Harry Rhodes
April 12, 2008
Steve,
Helene and I were very sad to hear this news. We remember Bobbie very fondly. We enjoyed spending time with you and Bobbie last year at Mary Ann and Ron's. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Harry
Candi Levick
April 12, 2008
Mike and I were so very sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Allyn Keenan
April 12, 2008
Dr Lorsch;
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You will be in my prayers.
Andrew Schumi
April 11, 2008
Dr. Lorsch: My deepest sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayer are with you.
Charlene Fletcher
April 11, 2008
Steve,
I am so sorry to hear about Bobbie. When you returned to Hines, your love for her was evident as your eyes would light up when you spoke of her. I also saw the pain in your eyes when she got sick. I hope that you can find some comfort in knowing what you both shared was real love. You and your family are in my thoughts.
PEGGY WILKEN
April 11, 2008
DR LORSCH, OUR PRAYERS &THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. MIKE & PEGGY WILKEN
Janet Pak
April 11, 2008
Steve, my heart goes out to you. I pray that you are doing well and time will heal your pain. Bobbie will be missed dearly.
Mary Mathis
April 11, 2008
Dr. Lorsch
My deepest sympathy and as always my prayers are with you.
Mary
Jill Lazar
April 11, 2008
I was blessed to have known Bobbie for the last 6 years. The memory of her courageous spirit, talent, strength, and love for her family and friends will remain with me as her special gift. We will all miss you Bobbie. To Steve, our deepest condolences....we are here for you as always. Love, Jill
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