Abe Yavitz

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Obituary

Abe Yavitz, 96, beloved husband of the late Anita Yavitz, née Olschowski, happily married for over 50 years; loving father of Ruth (Mario) Aldrete; cherished grandfather of Jonah (Marissa) Aldrete; much loved great grandfather of Ethan Aldrete. Abe was a Holocaust survivor who after losing nearly all his family made his way to the USA and built a life for himself. Graveside service Friday, July 26, 2024, 1:00 PM at Shalom Memorial Park, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. For information, and to leave condolences, www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.

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Memorial Events

Graveside Service

Date & Time Friday 07/26/2024 at 01:00 PM

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

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Address Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

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