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1930

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2017

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111 Skokie Blvd

Wilmette, Illinois

Jacqueline Gorell Obituary

Gorell, Jacqueline "Jackie" B. (nee Brody) 86, former Mayor of Skokie; beloved wife for 61 years of the late Nathan; loving mother of Larry (Nancy Santos) Gorell, Julie (Kevin) Becker, Barbara (late Larry) Pressl and Michael (Roberta) Gorell; cherished grandmother of Kevin, Sam, Amanda, Rachel, Ethan and the late Sarah; dear sister of the late Sally Pastin; daughter of the late Lee and Julian Brody. Funeral service Thursday 11:30 a.m. at Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home, 111 Skokie Blvd, Wilmette. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to EMILY'S LIST, www.emilyslist.org. Info: 847-256-5700.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 26, 2017.

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David and Althea

May 1, 2017

Dear Barbara, Larry Julie and Michael we are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our heartfelt sympathies to the family. May the words at Hosea 13:14 help comfort you during this difficult time.

April 30, 2017

I am truly sorry about the loss of your loved. May the Father of tender mercies comfort and strength to endure this difficult time. My deepest sympathies are with your family.

W B

April 30, 2017

May You find comfort in knowing that God cares especially at this sad time. 2Chronicles6:29.

April 29, 2017

My condolences to the family on your loss. My prayers are with you all. May God grant you the help and support needed in this difficult time.

April 28, 2017

My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family of Jacqueline Gorell for the loss of your dear loved one. May you find comfort in knowing

Arnie Bennett

April 28, 2017

Larry, Julie, Michael, Barbara,& family,

I m so sorry to hear about Jackie
I have many fond memories of her .

Arnie Bennett

Ellen Bennett

April 27, 2017

Dear Gorell Family,

I was very sorry to learn about Jackie. With deepest sympathy.

FG Rich

April 26, 2017

We are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all understanding be with you during this difficult time. Exodus 6:3

April 26, 2017

Dear Becker family
We are so very sorry for the loss of Julie's mother. Jackie was a very vibrant woman who shall be missed by family and friends.
Hugs,
Carol and Ulfur Thors

April 26, 2017

Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Gorell Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
-The Kallison Family, Randee, Mike, and David

Nancy Santos

April 25, 2017

My deepest sympathies to the family. Hugs to you all! My thoughts are with you!!❤❤❤

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