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Sylvia Melamed Obituary

Melamed, Sylvia (née Weisberg) Age 98, a long time resident of Skokie and in her waning years, Vernon Hills. Beloved wife and soulmate of the late Leon; devoted mother of Harvey (Francine) and Stephen (Meeyoung); cherished grandmother of Traci, Mathew (Lilli), Max and Aaron; American grandmother to Justin; proud great-grandmother of CJ, Dara, Elliana and Emmy; loving "aunt" to Kenneth (Marsha) and Gilbert (Susan). Sylvia was a survivor of Auschwitz and a dedicated speaker of the experience of the Shoah at elementary and high schools throughout the region so that younger generations would never forget. She was an independent woman that was a friend to all who knew her, always willing to lend a helping hand. The "hostess with the mostess" to family and friends at all holidays, family celebrations, birthdays and anniversaries. An incredible seamstress and wonderful baker who's sponge cake was unrivaled. Graveside service Thursday, October 13th at 10:00 a.m, Shalom Memorial Park, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., www.ushmm.org. For info: Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home, 847-256-5700.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 11, 2016.

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November 20, 2016

Your mother was an amazing woman and a survivor. I watched her testimony. My mother is a hungarian survivor and still alive in San Antonio. She does not think she know your mother but worked in the same factory with her, was liberated on April 1st with her, etc. My mother was with 3 ladies from the beginning to the end. ALl 3 are still alive, one in Israel, one in Montreal and my mother in Texas. I would love for my mother to make contact with some of the ladies in your mothers group of 9. My mothers phone number is 210-479-7511. Her name is Susanne Jalnos. My name is Carl Jalnos...I live in Buffalo Grove 224-558-3550. I hope her sons get this message and we can make contact.

KATHLEEN SIVES

November 18, 2016

My heart goes out to all Mrs. Melamed's family and friends in their time of grief. May your hearts be filled with love and your minds with cherished memories of her.
With all my respect, I am writing Sylvia's family to say something that I would like them to hear and remember for generations to come. I need to explain what lead up to this message.
Many days in my 45 yrs of life, I have tried to figure out what makes some people hurt others or myself.
I lose all hope in humanity and become fearful and full of extreme and sometimes paralyzing anxiety. Questioning myself, "How I can bare to move forward after many traumatic events thru out my life?" When, it is a fact that it's not a matter of if something bad WILL happen, but WHEN?
I suffer with severe with P.T.S.D. (Post traumatic stress disorder) and G.A.D. (General anxiety disorder). With symptoms from these mental health issues, it leaves me no energy to focus on the present and future.

I happened to see on social media, a posting in regards to the story of Sylvia's survival from WWII along with her recent notice of passing.
I remember learning in school about WWII and the Holocaust.
The suffering was tremendous.
I wanted to tell you about how reading about your Mother's, Grandmother's, Great-Grandmother's (Sylvia Melamed's), life; lead me to read about her and her life.
After reading it all, something happened.
Hearing about her life has given me new strength to deal with the present day.
She has shown me that there can be hope, happiness and blessings after such hardship that her and her husband suffered thru. Perseverance can conquer persecution. Love can conquer all.
By God's grace, He let me see a glimpse of Sylvia's life. It was encouraging to know that after all she went thru, both her and her husband.....Happiness is possible.
There are millions of people that could find strength to carry on, if you all keep her story alive.
I am truly thankful that she had the courage to share her personal journey.
Sylvia's life can still help thousands of other's. In more ways then you may think about.

Rest in peace Mrs. Melamed

Joyce (Sonshine) Smith

October 19, 2016

Such wonderful memories of Aunt Sylvia for the entire family! Her passing leaves a void of love, compassion, understanding, humor, and incredible warmth. She leaves a legacy of incredible invaluable life experiences ranging from survivor to teacher of love, warmth & kindness. Aunt Sylvia possessed the ability to educate all of us about humanity's complex treatment of one another - from kindness and love, to contempt, hatred and cruelty. She survived with strength and brave determination! Thank you, Aunt Sylvia, for touching everyone with your grace and love. I miss you....thanks for the memories!

October 13, 2016

Sorry for the loss of your love one. Hosea 13:14.

RASHONDA HICKS

October 11, 2016

Sorry for your family loss you have my deepest sympathy i know how it feels to lose a love one in death.may the God of all comfort be with you in your time of grief.my prayers goes out to the family.

October 11, 2016

Mateo.6.9.10.una orasion modelo que.jesucristo nos enseño a pedir el reino de Dios

October 11, 2016

Juan.3.16.este es el mas grnde amor de jehova y jesucristo con la humanidad

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