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Lawrence Latvala
January 31, 2023
I have only seen this today, long after. It is so sad even now, We spent many years in grad school and after in discussions over coffee, in concerts, in Regenstein Library and such. She was a truly remarkable human being.
June 10, 2013
Dear Rubins and Gallers. I went to grade school with
Joanne in Chicago and lived on Jerome also. I will always remember Joanne and her family and their two dogs, Sugar and Maggie. I am really saddened to hear from another Rogers student she passed away.
Geri Zaret (now Becker)
Wilmette, il
Shelley Davis
May 23, 2013
Dear Steve, Issac, Rachel and family,
My heart aches at hearing of the passing of Joanne. I only found out today. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Joanne was a sweet and kind hearted woman. She will be greatly missed by all of us who were lucky enough to have known her.
Love,
Shelley (Miss Shelley)
May 20, 2013
A very thoughtful person and fine musician. Craig's Keyboards, Toledo, OH
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Sandy Eckstein
April 30, 2013
Dear Steve,Isaac,Rachel and Mr/Mrs. Galler,
My heart goes out to you all. We can only daven that you find comfort in the memories and deeds of Joanne, a remarkable human being. We were privileged to know her for too short a time and she will inspire us always. May G-d comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Linda Harer
April 30, 2013
Dear Steve, Isaac, and Rachel,
I am sorry for your loss.
Joanne amazingly found time to help me through a difficult time by sharing some of her thoughts and beliefs. She impressed upon me how valuable proper diet and exercise are and with great generosity gave me a gift of an hour of personal training at our gym. I was privileged to call her friend. I miss her and miss seeing her around the gym.
I am sorry for your loss.
“HaMakom yenacheim etchem betoch sha'ar aveiliei Tzion v'Yerushalayim” — May the Almighty comfort you among those who mourn for Zion and Jerusalem.
Parimal&Dipti Vyas
April 29, 2013
Dear Steve,Issac and Rachel,
We are extremely sorry for your loss .May God give you the strength to bear this terrible loss.
Parimal Vyas.
Phyllis Walkin & Family
April 26, 2013
Dear Steve, Isaac, Rachel & Family, Our hearts are saddened by your great loss. Joanne was a kind, sweet & pure soul. She will be missed by all who knew her. May Hashem give you strenth during this difficult time. "HaMakom Yinachem etchem betoch she'ar ahvaley tzion ve'yirushalayim. May the L-rd comfort you amongst the mourners of Zion & Jerusalem.
Penny Cobau-Smith
April 26, 2013
Joanne was a wonderful neighbor to my parents (Jim and Dotty Karabedian) for many years. I was always grateful for her kindness to them.
April 26, 2013
IT WAS MY PLEASURE TO MEET JOANNE. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO HER FAMILY. SINCERELY RONALD MORRIS.
David Freed
April 25, 2013
Steve, Issac and Rachel, We are so sorry for your loss. She will be missed by many and we feel so lucky to have met her and her wonderful spirit. David & Hallie Freed
Jeanne Swack
April 25, 2013
Dear Steve, Isaac, and Rachel,
I am so sorry. Joanne was my soulmate, an incredibly special person--brilliant, courageous, compassionate. Love to all, Jeanne Swack

Cousins Sandy & Gene Glass
April 25, 2013
Dear Steve, Isaac & Rachel. We are so very sorry for your great loss. Distance has made it difficult to get to know your beautiful family well, but those few contacts with Joanne were memorable. Her kindness and joy in her family were clearly evident. We hope you find solace in the memories she has given you. With love . . .
christine wilson
April 25, 2013
I will always remember Joanne as such a friendly person and devoted mother
Peg Visi
April 25, 2013
Joanne was one of the kindest souls I've ever met. No matter how sick she was at the time, she always made time to pray for others. My heart is truly saddened by her loss. My deepest sympathies to her family.
David Buch
April 25, 2013
Dear Steve, Isaac, Rachel, Aaron and Esther . . .
Joanne was a light in all of our lives; Lucy and I feel this loss deeply. Our prayers are with you.
April 25, 2013
We are so sorry for you loss.Joanne was always so kind, giving and wonderful.-
Allie and Dan Berns & Family

Eric Graber
April 25, 2013
Dear Rubins,
Deepest sympathy to you all and hope that knowing she is at peace will help to comfort your grief. We will continue to sing her praises and lift her up!
--Issac, we are here to help support you through this sad time. Know you are not alone.
Sincerely,
Eric Graber (Micah's brother)

Craig Whitaker
April 25, 2013
Dear Rubin Family...
Our most sincere condolences. Joanne was a special lady, mother, musician, & colleague.
Loving Prayers,
From all here at Craig's Pianos...
The Residents & Staff West Park Place
April 25, 2013
Dearest Rubin & Galler Family~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, we are all so very sorry for your loss and the world's loss of such a sweet, wonderful lady. Peace be with you.
marc freed
April 25, 2013
i am so sorry for your loss
Brent Rubin
April 25, 2013
Our condolences to the Rubin family. Joanne was a wonderful mother and friend. May G-d give you strength during this time of sorrow. Brent and Ricki Rubin and Family
DAVID AND LORI FRIEDES
April 25, 2013
OURS HEARTS ARE SADDENED TO HEAR OF YOUR GREAT LOSS. MAY LOVING MEMORIES HELP COMFORT YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. ALL OUR SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
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