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Sylvia Hornstein Obituary

Hornstein, Sylvia (nee Struser), born August 1, 1906 in Montreal, Canada, beloved wife of the late Henry, loving mother of Harvey (Madeleine) and Robert (Priscilla), dearest grandmother of Bart (Donna), Rachel (Ken) Macfarland, Jay (Sherie), Jeffrey (Kathleen), Bram (Kimberly) and Marc (Tracey), cherished great grandmother of 12, dear sister of Gerry (the late Harry) Levy and the late Julius (the late Helen) Blake, Archie (the late Edith) Struser, Frank (Babs) Struser, Rose (the late Max) Collie and Ann (the late Abe) Rudy, fond aunt of many loving nieces and nephews. Services Friday, 11 a.m. at the Piser Chapel, 9200 N. Skokie Blvd., (at Church St.), Skokie. Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Jewish National Fund, 60 Revere Dr., Suite 960, Northbrook, IL, 60062. Information 847-679-4740. Sign Guest Book at suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 27 to Feb. 28, 2002.

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laurie malkin

March 1, 2002

Dear Bob and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, grandmother and friend. Hope everything else with you is well. Unable to be with you.. but our sympathy and concern is with you at this difficult time. Fondly, Laurie and Rich Malkin

Mike Perez

March 1, 2002

Our deepest sympathy and condolences.



You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Wanda Pedraza

March 1, 2002

Mr. Robert Hornstein,

We were so sorry to read about your mother's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of need.

Love always,

Wanda Pedraza, Judy, Leticia, Gladys, and Norma Martinez (Mitchell School)

Philip Halprin

February 28, 2002

Robert and Harvey, my condolences. Your mother was a fine woman. I ran into her a few times through the years and she would tell me how you were doing. May she rest in peace!

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