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In Loving Memory of Sheila Wexler

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In Loving Memory of

Sheila Wexler

August 15th, 2024

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Obituary

Sheila Wexler was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, partner and friend. She was a pioneer in teaching visually impaired students. Full of love, she inspired and mentored many. She made a difference in the lives of everyone who knew her.

Service Sunday, August 18th, 1:00 p.m. CT at Congregation Or Shalom, 21 W. Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills. The service will be livestreamed on Sheila’s webpage at www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com. Interment Westlawn Cemetery, Norridge.

Donations would be appreciated to the Foundation for Fighting Blindness (www.fightingblindness.org), Cancer Wellness Center (www.cancerwellness.org) or the charity of your choice. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group (847) 478-1600.

Arrangements by Goldman Funeral Group. www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com

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Memorial Events

Service

Date & Time Sunday 08/18/2024 at 01:00 PM

Address Congregation Or Shalom

21 W. Hawthorn Parkway
VERNON HILLS, IL 60061

OfficiatorRabbi Barry Schechter

Interment

Address Westlawn Cemetery
7801 W. Montrose Avenue
norridge, IL 60706

Reception

Address Congregation Or Shalom
21 W. Hawthorn Parkway
VERNON HILLS, IL 60061

Additional Information

Sunday from the cemetery (approximately 4:30 p.m.) to 8:30 p.m.
Monday and Tuesday 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Minyan Service: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.

Shiva Coordinator: Randi Berger (773) 742-2702

If you would like to contribute towards the shiva, Randi's Venmo is @randi-shivaladies. Please put “Wexler” in the notes. We appreciate your support during this difficult time.

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