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Robert Elkin Obituary
Elkin, Robert A. 88, cherished husband of Sheila (nee Rubin), beloved father of Eileen (Scott) Boore and dear stepfather of Michael and Mark Cohen; proud and loving grandfather of Stephanie (Stephen) Forrester, Daniel, Jordan and Hanna Cohen; wonderful uncle of Andrea and Norman Katz and many other nieces and nephews; preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. Bob was one of the founders of Bnai Emunah where he served with great pride "from janitor to chazzan". Service Thursday, 1 p.m. at Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah, 3220 Big Tree Lane, Wilmette. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah. For info: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, (847) 255-3520.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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BARBARA GUREVITZ
December 14, 2005
DEAR SHELIA, JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS.I AM SO VERY SORRY. HE WAS A SWELL GUY AND VERY LUCKY TO HAVE YOU IN HIS LIFE.
FONDLY,
BARBARA
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