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Jennie Mendelson Obituary

Mendelson, Jennie (nee Rosenberg) Died on June 28, 2016, at the age of 94. She was the beloved and devoted wife and best friend of the late Saul Mendelson; loving mother of Jack (Carole), Neal and Paul; adoring grandmother of Emma Mendelson; cherished aunt, and loyal and compassionate friend to all who knew her. Her warm and loving nature, and lively sense of humor will be remembered and missed. Jennie grew up in New Jersey, attended Newark College of Engineering, and moved to Hyde Park in Chicago in the late 1940's. Jennie was active in politics and a generous advocate of liberal causes.She was a founding member of Women Strike For Peace, and along with her husband Saul Mendelson, led efforts to desegregate Chicago's Rainbow Beach. Jennie was a member of Independent Voters of Illinois for 40 years. She worked at the University of Chicago for 25 years where she supervised the Admissions Office of the Graduate Humanities Division and was very proud to show her U. of C. gold watch. Memorials in her name may be sent to The Greater Chicago Food Depository, 4100 W. Ann Lurie Place, Chicago, Illinois 60632.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 3, 2016.

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Pat Suhrcke

December 24, 2016

Jennie, you were one of a kind! You had a true gift for friendship and a lively wit and a great talent for finding exactly the right word. I enjoyed working with you and I will never forget your faithful early morning walks with Saul around the U of Chicago campus.

Joan Teller

July 19, 2016

Jennie was a remarkable person, and it was a privilege to have known her. My condolences to the family.

Joyce Rosenberg Lang

July 12, 2016

My cherished Aunt, I will miss you always. You were so very special to me in every way and to my little family. You took so much interest in all my adventures and shared stories with me about Grandma, Grandpa, Daddy and your family when you were a child.

You are irreplaceable, I have so much sadness, you will be in my heart forever and I am a better person just to have had you as my Aunt.

Love forever,
Your niece Joyce

Maria Carrig

July 6, 2016

Jennie, it is hard to believe you are gone. You were so loving to us Carrigs as kids and as adults, always interested and supportive and full of life. We will miss you!

Sarah Renberg

July 4, 2016

I have known Jennie for forty wonderful years. She often expressed her love for me, which gave me great joy.I looked to her as a loving mother and friend. I will sorely miss her.

Gloria Carrig

July 4, 2016

Jennie was my guide, ideal and beloved friend for almost half a century. What will we do without her?

Dick Jackson

July 3, 2016

Condolences and peace to the family of Jennie, one of the sweetest women it's been my pleasure to know.

July 3, 2016

I offer my condolences to you and your family. Please draw comfort from God's word the bible. Romans 15 : 4

The Short family

Bob Clarke

July 2, 2016

A cherished and unforgettable friend for over four decades. A rare combination of perfect listener and gifted story teller, warm heart and trenchant wit.
Bob Clarke

July 2, 2016

Dear Mendelson Family and Friends:

I would like to express my sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May the loving expressions revealed at Jeremiah 29:12, 13 provide consolation and support during this time and the days ahead.

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