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Beatrice Mayer Obituary

Mayer, Beatrice Cummings BEATRICE CUMMINGS MAYER, 97, of Chicago, Illinois, born in Montreal, Canada, died peacefully at home on September 15, 2018, surrounded by her family. Known fondly to the world as "Buddy," she was a passionate philanthropist and force for positive change in the world. Buddy was a champion of the underserved and an advocate for the physically disabled and elderly. She and her beloved late husband, Bob, were pioneering art collectors. Above all, she was a fiercely devoted mother to her daughter, Ruth F. Mayer, and her husband, Akiva Gross, and her late son, Robert N. Mayer, and daughter-in-love, Debra E. Weese-Mayer. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Jennifer Mayer and her husband, Richard Deitchman, to Jaimie Mayer and her husband, Daniel Raiffe, to Jonathan Mayer and his fiancée, Elisabeth Theodore, to Rachel Durchslag, and to Danielle Durchslag and her husband, Aamir Wyne, and cherished aunt to many nieces and0nephews. The family expresses their gratitude to her devoted caregiver, Zofia Mazur. Buddy will be dearly missed by the many hearts she touched. Service Sunday,1PM, September 23, 2018 at The Ritz Carlton, 160 E. Pearson St., Chicago, IL 60611. Private family entombment at Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Access Living, 115 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60654, www.accessliving.org or the Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60611, www.mcachicago.org. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 17, 2018.

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Christine Stulik

August 31, 2023

I believe it was in the late 1980s, when I met Mrs Mayer. A group of business travelers to Chicago were very fortunate to have a common friend who made arrangements with Beatrice to host us for lunch. There were about six or so of us. The extraordinary venue was her penthouse at the top of the Sears Tower. We walked into the foyer where we were greeted by Warhol´s Jackie Onassis! Beatrice was as gracious as she was generous in revealing the breathtaking art collection and its surroundings. I regard this as one of the most profound days of my life! My love of art and education to that purpose was realized in that afternoon as an affirmation of what I always dreamed of. I will never forget her or that day for as long as I live and will remain grateful!

Dr. Cori Walker

October 23, 2018

We would like to extend our most heartfelt condolences to the family of Mrs. Buddy Mayer. Her presence will be greatly missed in our office. She was truly an amazing woman. Warm thoughts and memories... Dr. Cori Walker and Lisa.

September 27, 2018

The Mayer Family have my deepest sympathy. Philippines 4:6,7 says that God has the peace that excel all thought and guards the heart, may that peace be with your family during this difficult time.

Ruth Lazarus

September 23, 2018

I am very sorry for your loss. Buddy was a dear friend to my mom, Arline Nudelman, and I remember her as such a kind and thoughtful person.

Arthur Koff

September 23, 2018

My family relationship with Buddy goes back to Montreal. I have known her all my life and will miss her. Condolences to her family. Arthur Koff

September 19, 2018

I am truly sorry for the loss of your love one. May these words at Psalms 94:17-19 bring you all peace, strength and comfort in the days and weeks to come.

The McGill Family sends our sincere condolences on Buddy's passing. She was a long time friend, supporter and mentor to our family. She will be missed

Demarre & Ira Carol McGill

September 18, 2018

September 18, 2018

My sincere condolences on Buddy's passing. I so enjoyed meeting her at so many family occasions. My thought and prayers are with her family. Mary Hutchings Reed

M Torres

September 18, 2018

May the God of comfort and peace continue to be with family and friends to see you through the difficult times. Jeremiah 29:11

Michael Cummings

September 18, 2018

To all my family and friends who knew my Aunt "Buddy". May our hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as we celebrate her amazing life and inspirational soul. Love, Michael

Ilene Riddell Wolfe

September 18, 2018

A special lady! She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her,

Neil Senk

September 18, 2018

R.I.P. Buddy

Audrey Peeples

September 17, 2018

So sorry to learn of the death of Buddy. She was a force who will not come this way again. Condolences
Audrey Peeples

September 17, 2018

My sincere condolences to the Mayer family. May you hope in the God of all comfort to strengthen and console your hearts. (Psalm 27:14)

September 17, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

David and Janet Cummings

September 17, 2018

Knowing Buddy, even briefly, was to admire and love her. To Buddy's family, and all who mourn her passing, may you receive the deep abiding peace that only God can give.

Cousins David & Janet

Z L

September 17, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

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