Obituary
Idell Applebaum, nee Diamond, beloved wife of the late Fred; loving mother of David (Michelle) Applebaum, Michael (Stacey) Applebaum and Dena (Joseph) Reetz; cherished Grandma Delly and Nana of Andy (Sophia), Alyssa (Daniel Benedict), Betsy, Jeremy, Sarah and Laura Applebaum and Freddy and Robby Reetz; devoted daughter of the late Rose and Nathan Diamond; dear sister of the late Alfred (the late Georgie) Diamond, the late Ann Diamond, the late Seymour (Elaine) Diamond and sister-in-law of the late Irene (the late Sol) Alpiner; treasured aunt, cousin and friend of many.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation at www.bearnecessities.org. Graveside service Wednesday 2:00 PM at Shalom Memorial Park, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. For the link to view the service, Shiva information and to leave condolences: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, www.shalom2.com or (847) 255-3520.