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Joanne Rubin Obituary

Rubin, Joanne Galler With much sorrow, we report the passing of our beloved Joanne, daughter of Aaron and Esther Galler; sister to Barbara (Jim); wife to Steve and mother to Isaac and Rachel. She was a graduate of Northwestern University and had a Masters degree in musicology from the University of Chicago. She loved and protected her family and her faith. We will miss her greatly. Services will be held at Robert H. Wick/Wisniewski Funeral Home, 2426 North Reynolds Rd., Toledo, OH 43615 at 1:00 p.m., today, Thursday, April 25, 2013. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Congregation Etz Chayim, 3853 Woodley Rd., Toledo, OH 43606. Shiva will be held at the Rubin's residence 4100 Partridge Ln., Toledo, OH 43623 following services.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 25, 2013.

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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

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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