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Eleanor Karlin Obituary

Karlin, Eleanor "Ellie" (nee Bernstein) Age 72, beloved wife and best friend of Spencer for 50 wonderful years; devoted mother of Cindy Sharfman, Marty (Geri) Karlin, Jamie (Keith) Johnson and Ronnie (Brian) Kodish; proud and loving Bubbie of David, Lauren, Brittany, Brandon, Cassidy, Joshua, Ryan, Zachary and Izzy; dearest sister of Marsha Berger and Sheila Davis; dear cousin, aunt and friend of many. Ellie was a loyal employee and friend of many at Shear Elegance for over 40 years. Chapel service Sunday 12:15 p.m. at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rally for Ryan at www.rallyforryan.org for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. For information and to leave condolences (847) 255-3520 at www.shalom2.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 12, 2016.

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Paula T Webb PhD

March 20, 2017

To Spencer and family - I just heard. You are in our thoughts and prayers. "Possibly the stars in the Heavens are our loved ones shining down upon us..." (Eskimo legend) Sincerely, Rev. Paula T. Webb

February 18, 2016

DEAR SPENCER AND FAMILY, DAVID AND I HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES WE SHARED, SO MANY YEARS AGO ELLIE WAS ALWAYS SO MUCH FUN THROUGH OUR HIGH SCHOOL YEARS AND AFTER. WE WERE SHOCKED TO HEAR OF THIS MOST TERRIBLE LOSS... OUR MEMORIES OF HER WILL ALWAYS BE CHERISHED ... MUCH LOVE AND STRENGTH TO YOU AND THE FAMILY.... LOVE, HANNAH AND DAVID KAPLAN

February 16, 2016

Sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort strengthen you doing this difficult time. Psalms 83 : 18.

Rhonda Salse

February 13, 2016

You always made me laugh! You will be so missed, you were a fixture in the beauty shop and never complained. You always had a smile on your face! Hard to believe you'll be gone!!!! I hope you'll be in a better place and win the lottery!!!

karlin

February 13, 2016

My thoughts go out to the entire family of Ellie Karlin. She will always remain a fond memory in our hearts.

Jay Weiss

February 12, 2016

I have only good memories of Ellie. Her smile lit up the room. She was always kind to me and that is how I will remember her.

I M

February 12, 2016

May the memories, love from family and friends surround you during this sorrowful time. Our heavenly Father's words will strengthen, comfort and give you peace (Isa. 41:10).

cindy sharfman

February 12, 2016

February 12, 2016

Please accept my sympathy regarding the loss of Mrs. Karlin. May the family and friends gain reassurance in knowing the future promise found at John 5:25, 26.

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