Novak, Betty Our world will be different without her. (nee Burstein), age 79. Beloved wife of Lawrence, loving mother of Joel (Marylou) and Ellen Woodstein, adoring mother-in-law of Caryn Burstein, cherished grandmother of Benjamin, Hilary, Chad and David Burstein and David, Arron and Sarah Woodstein and Lily Novak, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contribution to the charity of your choice. Temple service Thursday, 11 a.m. at Congregation B'nai Tikvah, 1558 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL, 60015. Interment Shalom Memorial Park, Arlington Heights. For info., The Weinstein Funeral Home North Shore Chapel, Wilmette, 847-256-5700.

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Nicole Novak
April 4, 2007
Aunt betty is greatly missed by many! i taught her the macarena in her kitchen forever ago. i miss her. but she is not in pain anymore and off to a better place. much love to the rest of the family!
Jerry Lurie
March 6, 2007
Dear Larry,
I just returned from a trip to discover that bad news travels far and fast.You and your family's loss is shared by so many who knew beautiful Betty. I'll always picture her with her sparkling smile and wonderful wit. You and the kids have my family's and my deepest sympathy in the loss of your precious wife and mother.
Sincerly,
Jerry Lurie
Jody Birnbaum
March 3, 2007
To the Novak, Burstein & Woodstein families, my deepest condolences for your loss. I will never forget all the beaded jewelry I used to make with Betty when Harry and I were in High School, and of course, it had nothing to do with the jewelry ... and everything to do with Betty's wit, humor, warmth and overall goodness. I loved our times together and my thoughts are with all of you.
Michelle Brass (Peskin)
March 1, 2007
Dear Ellen and Family:
I didn't see the horrible news until Friday. I just want to send my deepest sympathies. My thoughts are with you.
March 1, 2007
To all of the Novack Family,
Paul and I send our love, and appreciation for the joy and wit of a wonderful woman.
Bertina Daniels
February 28, 2007
Mr Novak, Joel, Ellen and Caryn
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. Our deepest condolence, Bertina and Charles
Neil Hersh
February 28, 2007
Condolences, sympathy, and best wishes from the Hershes in California.
I have wonderfully fond memories of Betty....my godmother
Robert Lubin
February 28, 2007
Larry,
We are so upset. Betty was a wonderful lady, a loving wife and mother. Our thoughts are with you.
Lois and Bob Lubin
Stan Kantor
February 28, 2007
To the Novak family, I offer my deepest sympathy. I will miss her smiling face at cardiac rehab at HP hospital. Sincerely, Dr. Stan Kantor
Lauren Tatar
February 28, 2007
Dear Larry, Ellen, and Joey,
I was so sorry to learn of Betty's death. Our deepest sympathies are with you. I will always cherish the memories from Stonegate Drive. Sincerely, Lauren Tatar, Scott Borstein and family
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