Obituary
Phyllis Krause-Braun, nee Eisenstaedt, age 94. Beloved wife of Jerome Braun and the late Dr. Arthur Krause. Loving, devoted mother of Joanne (Robert) Bernstein, Dr. Sue Ellen Krause, and Dr. Philip (Jackie) Krause. Step-mother of Brian (Terri) Braun, Mark Braun, and Gordon (Louise) Braun. Proud grandmother of Jennifer (David) Ransburg, Lisa (Jay) Keltner, Ari, Gabriel, and Talia Krause. Step-grandmother of David (Sadie) Braun, Rabbi Aaron (Marina) Braun, Max Braun, and Schuster (Molly) Braun. Cherished great-grandmother of Cecilia, Harper, Ryan, Jacob, Aidan, Lillian, Jonah, Jackson, Ariella, and Samantha. Dear sister of the late Lorraine (the late Harold) Paddor and the late Judith (the late Loren) Lyon. She earned a scholarship in Fine Arts at the University of Illinois. Her creative, stunning artwork included drawings, paintings, and sculpture exhibited at local north shore art galleries and in the homes and offices of many lucky and discerning individuals. Following completion of her B.A. degree, she earned her Masters in Social Work from the University of Chicago, which was put to optimal use with her productive, insightful, and dedicated work at Evanston Hospital and in private practice. Her beautiful, positive spirit and elegant style touched those who had the privilege to know her. She will resonate in many hearts forever. Service on Monday March 26, 2018 at 9 AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to NorthShore University HealthSystem, the Evanston Art Center, or the charity of choice. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com
Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals. www.chicagojewishfunerals.com