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Bonnie Dayan Obituary

Dayan, Bonnie M. (nee Saltzman), 50, beloved wife of Mitchell, devoted mother of Issac, Max and Stanley, loving daughter of Yetta and Harvey Saltzman, dear sister of Dr. Larry (Sharon) Saltzman and David (Susan) Saltzman. Services were held Friday at Lincolnwood Jewish Congregation. Memorials in her memory to The American Cancer Society, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60601 or the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center (Museum Project Office), 1603 Orrington Ave., Suite 815, Evanston, IL 60201 would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals, David Jacobson, funeral director 847-229-8822 www.cjfinfo.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 23, 2007.

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John Katsantones

October 9, 2007

Dear Mitch,
On behalf of my entire family, we would like to take a moment and express our sympathy to you and your family. I would like to say thank-you for everything you and Bonnie have done for me when I was growing up working at Dayan's trying to make ends meet. Bonnie was a special woman. You and Bonnie were like my Father and Mother growing up as a kid. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, John Katsantones and Family

Alene Frost

October 2, 2007

My daughter Rebecca and I met Bonnie and Isaac at a JCC baby gym class 22 years ago. I remember her as an adoring new mother, full of life, always smiling. Of everyone in that class, hers is the face I have remembered through the years.
May you find comfort in knowing that even in fleeting moments, she touched the lives of others.

Tony and Yvonne Christian

October 2, 2007

Dearest Mitch and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. The loss of Bonnie is difficult to bear and our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort. You are a good friend of ours and if there is anything you need, you know we are here for you at all times. We adored Bonnie too, and we will miss seeing her. You have three wonderful sons, and we're sure they will give you love and support during this very difficult time as much as you will give to them in return.
All our Love,

ray hechter

October 1, 2007

Dear Mitch, Isaac, Max, Stanley, Harvey, Yetta, Larry, Sharon, David, Susan
BONNIE DAYAN
Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Friend
A man was asked which attribute he would want his children to have: strength, wisdom, wealth, or being nice. The answer ___ being nice, because it encompasses all the great character traits of life. Bonnie was nice! In addition she had the other attributes. She was a heroine, and had the strength to fight the eleven-year battle for life .She also had wealth with her family and friends, and the wisdom to enjoy this blessing.
Where do we find holiness? There is holiness in sharing bread – ideas – and enthusiasm____this, of course was Bonnie!
If we had not talked to her, whether in a short or long interval, there was always a happy response , which always included our name. She had the ability to focus on you and make you comfortable in conversation. A wonderful trait!
“ Days are scrolls. Write only what you would like to have remembered about you” Bonnie did a superb job with her days. She was a Gift to all who knew her!
She will indeed be remembered and missed.
Our deepest condolences.

Love,
Roselle, Ray, and Mark Hechter

Tessa Buechler

October 1, 2007

I only knew Bonnie briefly through business at Triangle. Yet whenever we did interact she was always friendly, helpful, giving 100% of herself to our needs. I shall miss her.
Rest in Peace and happiness.

Eddie Jacobs

September 30, 2007

Bonnie was a special person from a special family. From the moment I met her when we were 12 years old I knew that I had met someone that I would grow to care about dearly for life. When we were young she was always there for me at times of perceived strife. She was loved by my parents Selma and Irwin and was always welsome in my house. Spending time in Israel while in Israel will always be a special time for me. As we grew up and had our own families she was always good about keeping in touch at least a couple of times a year. Seeing her at my ofice door and hearing that unique voice was always a highlight in my life. As my parents passed away she was especially comforting to me despite what was going on in her last 11 years of life. My only hope is that you be comforted by the fact that she was such a wonderful, spirtual, and loving person who was always concerned about people. May God be with you and your families.

Ricardo Isacovici

September 30, 2007

Mitch: We are all very touched by Bonnie's passing away, like only great people do, she left us on Erev Yom Kippur, she wanted to spear the family the shiva We are with you and will call you in a few days. Love to the kids.

Eliane & Ricardo Isacovici

Mandy Warford

September 26, 2007

Dear Triangle,
Bonnie was a dear person and I remember her fondly. You are all in my thoughts.

Monica Grier

September 26, 2007

There is a huge void in the office and in our hearts here a Triangle. She will be missed tremendously. We can all learn form her perseverence, dedication and strength in every aspect of life. May she rest in peace.

Sheri Carron

September 25, 2007

We were so saddened to hear about your loss. Bonnie was always so pleasant to deal with and went above and beyond the call. May you be comforted with wonderful memories of her and may her memory be for a blessing.
Sheri (Marshak) Carron and the staff of Chicago Coommunity Kollel

Mark & Larry Klaber

September 24, 2007

Dear Mitch, Isaac, Max, Stanley, Harvey, Yetta & David,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always have fond memories of Bonnie at all the parties. We will miss her.

Barb Levin

September 24, 2007

Bonnie will be sorely missed at Triangle. She was my boss and mentor. She had an incredible mind and was always optimistic. She was a wonderful person.

Reena Sakols

September 24, 2007

Bonnie was special and brave. Our family is praying for yours.

The Sakols

Terri Berman

September 24, 2007

Mitch and boys,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bonnie was a beautiful person inside and out. May her name be for a blessing.
Terri Schecter Berman
(Isaac's kindergarten teacher)

Amanda Lundstrom Doherty

September 24, 2007

Harvey, Yetta, David, Mitch and Dayan Family:
My most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Bonnie was truly a remarkable business leader, lady and friend. I cherish my memories of her as I know you will too.

Shana Teplinsky

September 23, 2007

Stanley, I am so sorry. I hope you know that the entire SIT family is always with you. All 102 of us love you.

Bobbie & Sam Wolsky

September 23, 2007

Sincere condolences on your loss.Bonnie was a very special and brave woman.
with love, Bobbie & Sam Wolsky

gigi stein

September 23, 2007

We are so sad that such a beautiful person had such a short life. We are so sorry that we could not be there for you, Mitch, the boys, Issac, Max and Stanley, and Yetta, Harvey and Pearl. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Gigi and Bob

Gayle Inbinder

September 23, 2007

Dear Mitch and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Bonnie. Your loss of her will be with you forever, but I'm hoping you continue to find bright spots along the way. Sincerely, Gayle Inbinder

michael & mozelle blitz

September 23, 2007

We will miss "Our Bonnie"--the early morning phone calls, the special days and surprises for nieces Celine, Rene, and Daina and nephew Cory, her persistent optimism, her unwavering love of family, the power of her heart. Rest in peace and love, Bonnie. We love you always. Mozelle & Michael

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