Strusiner, Kimberly Ann beloved daughter of Paul and the late Helene Strusiner, loving sister of Nicole Beth (Brenden) and Bret J., adored aunt of Shane, Jessica, Amber and Ryan, devoted friend of Bernadette Buettner and Scott Lieberman and many other friends. Services Tuesday, 11 a.m., at Congregation B'nai Torah, 2789 Oak St., Highland Park, IL. Interment Shalom Memorial Park, Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Children's Memorial Hospital, 2300 Children's Plaza, Box 4, Chicago, IL. 60614 or The Onsite Workshop, P.O. Box 250, 1044 Old Highway 48N, Cumberland Furnace, TN. 37051. Directed by Weinstein Funeral Home North Shore Chapel, 847-256-5700

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Kelly Geerts
October 25, 2006
Nikki & Brett....I am so sorry to hear about Kim's passing. I just learned about it recently. It's been a long time since I have seen any of you, but I have fond memories of our families together when we were kids. Kim was a wonderful person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her. Please know if you ever need to talk I am here. God bless you both.
Kelly Geerts
Georgia Sotiropoulos
August 31, 2006
Nicky and Brett,
So sorry for your loss, Kim was a beautiful person. I have so many fond memories of her. My deepest sympathies
Pam Sotiropoulos
August 29, 2006
Nicki and Bret,
I am so sorry to hear about Kim,She touched so many lives in such positive ways.. my wishes are with you and your families.
Ilene (Kreitzman) Rudich
August 25, 2006
Although I have not seen Kim since high school, I was very saddened to hear of her passing. My deepest condolences are with your family.
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Marie and Allen Schmidt
August 25, 2006
Dear Nicki and Bret. A belate condolences I just heard about Kim. You have our deepest sympathy.Al and I have fond memories of all of you as children playing together. Our prayers are with you.
Allen and Marie Schmidt.(Farwell Ave)
Jodi Shadid
August 25, 2006
Dear Nicki and Bret.
My deepest sympathy to your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you both.
Jodi Shadid (Schmidt)
andrea kourafas
August 21, 2006
nicki Buddy and Brett I am so sorry and shocked to hear about Kim.During the years of our friendship I loved her like a sister.I know what an important part of your lives she was and I hope her memory will keep you going.I am so very sorry for your loss.Love Andrea
Aida Santillan-Schutz
August 21, 2006
Nicki, Brett and Buddy,
Words could not express the pain and sympathy I feel for your family at this time. As you know Kim was my best friend for many years and I have the greatest memories of her. I was lucky enough to be a part of her life and I will miss her very much. My prayers are with you and I know in my heart that Kim is in your mothers arms being protected. I love you all very much. God Bless.
Julie DiModica
August 18, 2006
I am deeply saddened to hear of Kim's passing. Thinking of Kim, I remember her smile and jovial personality. Please accept my condolences.
Jessica (Dickstein) Kushner and family
August 18, 2006
Nicki and Bret,
We were so very sorry to hear about Kim's passing. We hope all the messages and thoughts from people bring you strength and support. Our condolences to your entire family.
Shannon Leahy
August 17, 2006
To Brett, so sorry for your loss. I have two sisters myself, and I cant even imagine what you are going through. All I can say is stay strong brother, and you got alot of old friends in Skokie who have you and your family in their thoughts.
Mara Gelfgat (Okmin)
August 17, 2006
Dear Nicki & Bret,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Kim. My heart goes out to you both, and you are in my thoughts.
Sincerely,
Mara
Judy Hartman Gadiel
August 16, 2006
Nicki and Bret,
I'm so sorry for your loss, I remember Kim well. I've been thinking of all our fun times together in the past years and recalling them with a smile. My thoughts and prayers to you and your families.
Jim & Amelia Mishke
August 16, 2006
Dear Nicki,Brett and Buddy,
I am deeply sorry to hear about Kim's passing. This news was a tremendous blow to me and my family. Kim was a very special person. I will miss her so much. My deepest sympathies go out to your family. My prayers are with all you guys.
Your Friends at Taylor, Bean & Whitaker
August 16, 2006
Our deepest, most heartfelt sympathies go out to the friends and family at this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Francine Paris
August 16, 2006
Dear Buddy, Nikki & Bret
I was shocked and sad to learn of Kims passing. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Love,
Francine Paris(Golde)
Grayslake, Il.
Adam Turetzky
August 16, 2006
Nicki and Bret,
I'm stunned and saddened to hear of Kim's passing. Having known Kim pre-school through grade school and beyond there will always be fond memories of her warm and outgoing personality. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Schapira Brown
August 15, 2006
Dear Nicki and Bret,
I am so sorry to hear about Kim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Neil Uhler
August 15, 2006
Nicki and Bret,
As a childhood friend of Kim, I have distinct memories of her laugh and her smile. Her positive energy was unsurpassed. I am truly sorry for your loss.
The Izenstark Family
August 15, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Heather Dixon
August 15, 2006
Bret, Nikki, and Buddy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Kim. She was a great person. She will be sorely missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Heather Dixon-ex avalon employee.
HOPE WOLFF
August 15, 2006
DEAR NIKKI(BIG BIRD), BREETT AND BUDDY,
I JUST HEARD ABOUT KIM. I CANT PUT INTO WORDS HOW I FEEL
I HAVE KNOWN ALL THE KIDS SINCE THEY
WERE BABIES.
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME OF NEED
I JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT IT - I AM SO SORRY THAT I COULD'NT BE AT THE SERVICE BUT I WILL SEE YOU AT NICKI'S
GOD BLESS YOU ALL, NOW SHE IS WITH HELENE
WITH LOVE
HOPE WOLFF
1516 SEVILLE CT
WHEELING, I. 60090
847-808-2155
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF NEED
Dr. and Mrs. Harold Pine
August 15, 2006
Our deepest sympathies. I've spent the last few days reminiscing about all the childhood memories we shared.
The Lowell Family
August 15, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Carrie Kaplan Wilen
August 15, 2006
Dear Nikki and Bret,
I'm so sorry about Kim. I haven't seen her in years, but I always cared for her. My thoughts and prayers are with you both!!
Carrie Kaplan (Fairview/Niles West)
Jinjer Brody
August 15, 2006
Dear Nicki & Bret,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Michelle Reitman
August 15, 2006
Nicki and Bret,
Although it has been many years since you lived in the neighborhood and we all went to school together, I remember you all fondly. My condolences.
Michelle Reitman
Tony Campobasso
August 15, 2006
Dear Buddy, Bret, and Nicki,
I am so sorry about Kim's passing. I couldn't believe it when I heard. I went numb. She was an awesome person. I'm going to miss her so much. I just wish I would have stopped by more often the last year. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
ellen giller
August 15, 2006
dear buddy, nicki and brett....i`m so very sad to hear this horrible news...my thoughts and prayers are with you...love ellen giller
Lisa Libet
August 15, 2006
Buddy, Nicki and Bret,
Kim made an impact on our whole family. We were shocked to hear of her passing. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Lisa Libet & family
Jenny Reitz
August 15, 2006
Nicki and Bret,
I wish I had the words to provide some comfort for you now. Know that God is with you, and so are your friends. Whenever and whatever you need, we are all here.
The LORD is my shepard I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for His names sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadows of death I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:1-4
marla & frank Rosenberg
August 15, 2006
Dear Buddy, Nicki, and Bret
We were so sad to hear of the passing of kim. Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Marla and Frank Rosenberg
August 14, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter, sister and friend. Although I never met Kim, I feel like I know the whole family. I've heard about what a very vibrant, special person she was. My brother Angelo was very fortunate to have worked with Kim for the past several months. Angelo tells me Kim was like no one else he’s ever met. He feels lucky to have met such an extraordinary person.
My Deepest Condolences,
Tracy Torello
David Lando
August 14, 2006
Bret, Nicki, and Buddy. I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Karen Serafini (Brown)
August 14, 2006
Nicki,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We didn't know Kim but if she was anything like you, she was special. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Karen, Mike & Kevin
Adam Kooperman
August 14, 2006
To the Strusiner Family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Kim was an amazing person and friend. Her spirit will be missed.
Adam Kooperman
marla & Frank Rosenberg
August 14, 2006
Dear Buddy, Bret and Nicki
We were so sad to hear of the passing of Kim.Our thoughts love and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Marla and Frank rosenberg
Judy Bellimer (Lapp)
August 14, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about Kim's passing. She was a wonderful and kind person. Nicki and Bret, if there is anything I can do, please let me know. I know how much Kim will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Lynda Quinn
August 14, 2006
Dear Family of Kim:
I am so sorry for your loss. Kim and I were friends through tennis. She was always enthusiastic, generous and had a real joy for life. She will be missed greatly. Peace and light to her spirit.
Jay Peterson
August 14, 2006
My deepest condolences for the passing of Kimberly. She was a new friend I met with Scotty Lieberman and in the short time I knew her she was a joy to be around. Her energy, humor and long golf drives were inspirational. I am sadden for the short time we spent together but I am blessed to have know such a loving person. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Jay Peterson
hallie redman
August 14, 2006
Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences! Although it has been many, many years, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Hallie and Frank Redman
Jeff & Dina Silver
August 14, 2006
We are at a loss for words to describe our shock and sadness. We will remember Kim's infectious laugh and cherish the time we spent with her recently. Our deedpest sympathy.
marci aronesti
August 14, 2006
to the entire family my love and my condolences
love u all
Cassandra (Blake) Bajak
August 14, 2006
I am so terribly sorry to here of Kim's passing. She was a great energetic and happy person!!! She used to be a client of mine at Parkway Mortgage. Nicole and Brenden, I hope you know i am thinking of you and your family at this time, along with her co-workers and friends. If there is anything you need, please email me. i have some great memories of our group dinners togehter at papaduex, and all the fun we had working together. I want to tell you how sorry i am.
Lesley Redman
August 14, 2006
Dear Nicki, Bret & Buddy
I am so sorry to hear about Kim. "Yaya" was my very first friend. I will always remember her. My prayers are with you.
Lesley Redman
Tina Park-Pesoli
August 14, 2006
I am so sorry to learn about Kim's passing. I grew up with Bret. We were classmates since kindergarten. Your family is in my thoughts.
Jamie Giller
August 14, 2006
I have never forgetten how completely beautiful kim is. She is and always will be a huge part of my chilhood memories. to buddy, bret, and nicki, i am so sorry. i love you guys dearly
Tim Gagne
August 14, 2006
We were shocked to hear about Kim. We didn't see her often, but when we did it was always a sign of something good. She helped us close on our house, sharing her time and knowledge beyond what anyone else would have done. Kim was someone who was always a pleasure to run into, be at a concert or just being out and about. She helped out friends and family and her generosity, warmth and smile will be missed by all.
Eunice Cohen
August 14, 2006
Dear Bret and Nicki,
I don't know if you remember us but Barry, Jerry and I used to live next door to you on Knox. I am so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. Please accept my condolences.
Eunice P. Cohen
and Lt Barry A. Cohen
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