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In Loving Memory of

Leba Milkes

March 31st, 2026

Obituary

Leba Milkes, 88, née Krichman, beloved wife of Michael Milkes, happily married for 68 wonderful years; loving mother of Cathi (Paul) Kesselman, Mark (Jennifer Bullock) Milkes and Shari (Mark) White; cherished Grandma of Alex, Emily and Grace Milkes and Sam White; Leba was a treasured sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org. Chapel service Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 2:30 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment following at Shalom Memorial Park. For information, and to leave condolences, www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.

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Shalom Chapel Service

Date & Time Wednesday 04/01/2026 at 02:30 PM

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

Interment

Address Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

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