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In Loving Memory of

Marcia Shirley Melinger

May 8th, 2019

Obituary

Marcia Shirley Melinger (nee Shapiro) age 85, beloved wife of the late Martin Melinger, happily married for 57 years; loving mother of Joseph (Michelle), Edward, David (Jody) and Michael (Jackie) Melinger; cherished grandmother of Ari, Eden, Aaron, Sasha, Zach, Zoey, Molly and Lucy Melinger; dear sister of the late Cyna (Burton) Hirsh. Marcia was exceptional both as a Chicago public school teacher and as a talented artist. She was totally devoted to her family. Chapel service TODAY, Friday, May 10, 10:00 AM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment at Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Na'amat Greater Chicago Council. For information and condolences: 847-255-3520 or www.shalom2.com

Memorial Events

Shalom Chapel Service

Date & Time Friday 05/10/2019 at 10:00 AM

Address Shalom Memorial Funeral Home
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Interment

Address Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

Shiva

Home of Michael and Jackie Melinger
1649 St. Johns Avenue
Highland Park, Illinois 60035

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