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Memories and Condolences
for Natalie Pearlman
Fritz
October 13, 2008
I just heard the sad news today. She was a wonderful, sweet woman who touched everyone she encountered -- and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her is sharing the loss. Unconditional love is her legacy. In grief, may that bring the family a measure of comfort.
Evans Kontopuls
October 3, 2008
Dear Karen, I know your Mom was a wonderful lady because you are! God Bless You! Love, Evans
Sandi Groves
September 30, 2008
Dear Karen and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that you can find comfort in your memories, your deep faith, and in each other during this diffiucult time. Many people are sharing your sadness and remembering Mrs. Pearlman with you.
Paige Lund
September 28, 2008
As a friend of Karen's, I heard her speak frequently of her mother, always with love and admiration. Although I did not know Natalie personally, through Karen, I felt as if I did. She seems to have been quite a woman, but above all, a wonderful friend, mother and grandmother. I know she will be missed but her memory will live on.
Thank you, Karen for sharing your stories and giving me a glimpse into your mother's life.
Candi Wolley
September 26, 2008
Dear Karen,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Through knowing you and through reading these guest book entries, I can see what a wonderful person your mom was.
Thinking of you,
{{hug}}
Candi
Judith Goldberg
September 25, 2008
Karen & Family,
May you find stregnth in this time of sorrow. Natalie was a wonderful, sweet woman. I t was a pleasure to have known her.
B'Shalom
Jim Sharp
September 25, 2008
We regularly exchanged our favorite books, shared hours of quality time trying to figure out each new glitch in her computer, and oh how I loved her matzoh ball soup. I will miss my friend and neighbor.
Emmy (& Rob) M.
September 25, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Karen and her family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am sending much love your way.
Ann Jarmusch
September 25, 2008
Dear Karen, My heart goes out to you and your family. I am thinking of you and sending you lots of love.
Judith Sharp
September 24, 2008
Natalie was the true definition of friendship, loyalty, compassion and unconditional acceptance. She focused on the good in everyone, and touched so many lives, so deeply. My bestest buddy, I was especially blessed with sharing a fence. She made so many positive differences in my life. So many memories. Always and ever she will be inside my being... calming, uplifting, and putting a smile on my face.
Carrie Horsburgh
September 24, 2008
Karen & family, I am so so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. Peace be with Natalie and with you all.
Jack Bessler
September 24, 2008
Dear Lenny,with Fritz you both are my best friends. Lets keep it that way for ever. I hope that next spring I can get you and Fritz to come to Chandler for a visit. Along with visiting all the area Casinos we can go to a Cubs spring training game. I will keep the cupons coming as long as you want them. Give a hug to your beautiful daughters for me.
Bunny Bessler
September 24, 2008
dear Lenny,Cheryl,Elyse,Karan and brother Herbie. I can only imagine the emptyness you all must be feeling because I know how deeply lost I feel. You know I loved Nat like a sister having had her in my life for almost 30 years. She would always tell me if I lived in San Diego I would be her best friend.Her departure leaves me empty. I can not even think of Laughlin w/out thinking of Nat {Our Leader], She always knew the how and where to find the best deals. She always made sure everyone was satisfied with their accomodations. When you hear the expression that some one is so generous they would give you the shirt of their back,well that was Nat. On one of our visits I admired one of her dresses she was wearing. She literally went into her room, changed and came out with her dress in hand and gave it to me. But there was a side to Nat that most peaple did not see unless you happened to play a game called Boggle with her,then she became Nat the cut throat. My husband worked with Lenny in Illinois at Sears. We all have many wonderful memories and I know that Natalie would not want us to dwell on her passing, rather she would want us to rejoice in the life she lived and loved. I could just here her saying"carry on". Bye my Buddy Love Bunny
Shelly Chadwick
September 24, 2008
Karen, I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Betty Werner
September 24, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She was a wonderfully sweet lady. I enjoyed knowing her. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Kristi Hurd
September 24, 2008
Karen,
I am sorry for your loss. If you need to chat let me know. When I lost my dad it was the most painful thing and I can listen if you need me. Keep your chin up and remember all the good things.
Kristi in MD
Larry Mulalley
September 24, 2008
Natalie was a good woman with tons of compassion for her family and friend. All that knew her will miss her hugs, grins and encouraging words. These wonderful traits were passed on to her children and grand children and in their eyes a person can all ways see traces of Natalie. She will be greatly missed, but not forgotten
Jane
September 23, 2008
Karen, you and your family are in my thoughts.
Jason Rao
September 23, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Albert Gaa
September 23, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
gary rush
September 22, 2008
My sincere thoughts and prayers to you and your family,
Gary Rush
sheree britt
September 22, 2008
Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find hope in knowing that your mother is in a new and wonderful place, free of pain. Hugs!
Dino Chopin
September 22, 2008
Weary of a world nearly lost to selfishness, I found joy in the oasis of hearing Natalie's voice on the phone, or seeing the magic sparkle of her eyes at the Pearlman home, and learned from her to hold fast to the hope that the better aspirations of friendship & love could prevail. In the thunderheads encircling San Diego the day Natalie was laid to rest, her spirit rose with the clouds. The loves of their lives were so many that Leonard is deservedly surrounded by family and caring friends during this time - in the truest testament to the magnificence of the golden bond between a husband & wife. Shalom u-leitraot Natalie - the brilliance of your true heart is ever enhanced by your merry laughter, Love, Dino
David Coddon
September 22, 2008
Natalie was always a wonderful friend to me, and she was there -- as were you, Karen -- when I needed her the most. I love her and miss her.
Lori Levin
September 22, 2008
Dear Karen,
I did not know your mother but I read the guestbook entries and can see how loved and special she was. Please accept my most sincere sympathies and wishes for peace and healing in your family.
Much love,
Lori Levin
Michael Moscoso
September 22, 2008
My deepest condolences to Karen and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lori Gayhart
September 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
I did not know your mom very well, but I can remember she welcomed me to my first seder in a very long time and I am sure it showed!! My deepest sympathies
Cheryl Deane-Tursi
September 22, 2008
Karen, please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your mom. Your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Baum
September 22, 2008
I first met Natalie as a teaching partner in Special Education classes when the Pearlmans first arrived in San Diego in 1979. She was so sincere and caring that the students warmed up to her immediately. I was welcomed into her home on many occasions over the years, her generosity had no bounds, and she leaves all she touched so much richer than before.
Pete Chenard
September 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers of my family go out to the Pearlmans. Nat has left a legacy for all to aspire to. She was a great woman. Peace to all who had the privilege to know her. We were all blessed in her company. We love you.
Pete
Ken Stone
September 21, 2008
Karen, your mother must have been one spunky firecracker to have raised you to be the talented and energetic woman you've become. Rest assured that your Mom lives on within you and your deeds keep her spirit alive.
TammySue Margalit
September 21, 2008
As I sit here crying for my childhood friend Karen, I also Smile. Mrs Pearlman always was kind to me as a child. I can only imagine her playing with the best dog in the world now, Misty. If anyone knows the poem "Live The Dash", they will know that poem was written for people like the whole Pearlman family. What a wonderful legacy she has left the world with such Menchen for kids. My heart is heavy for Karen. May you all find comfort in so many that love and care about you. I love you!
Paula Fasciano
September 21, 2008
Sincere thoughts and prayers for you Karen and your family. What a wonderful tribute to a beautiful woman.
Laura Singer
September 21, 2008
Karen, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May your mother's memory be a blessing to you and your family. Although many miles separate us, know that I am here for you!
My love and comforting thoughts,
Donna Dobey
September 21, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Natalie's family. I will dearly miss Natalie's friendship, wise counsel, and our Boggle games. She welcomed me into her loving family celebrations and helped a son of mine through some difficult times. I am so sad to lose such a wonderful friend but know how much more her family feels the loss. Please accept my condolences. Love, Donna
Lisa Jachimiec
September 21, 2008
Karen, all of my love and support are heading your way. My deepest, most heartfelt sympathies to you and everyone! I'm so very sorry for your loss but, in reading through all of the kind words written, your mom was truly a wonderful, wonderful woman.
Steve Laser
September 21, 2008
I offer my deepest condolences to the Pearlman family. My thoughts are with you. Karen, you have a lot of support during this difficult time.
Susan Hoke
September 21, 2008
My condolences to the Pearlman family. May you continue to feel comforted by treasured memories and the love and support of family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patrice Malloy
September 21, 2008
I never had the pleasure of meeting Natalie.
However I have known her daughter, Karen, both professionally and personally, through our work in sports media and our passion for the humane treatment of all living creatures.
As a believer of the adage that the apple does not fall far from the tree...I hope that it is OK for me to sincerely and respectfully say that Natalie, you must have been one magnificent, caring and beautiful apple tree!
My heartfelt condolences to Karen and her family as well as everybody touched by Natalie.
Patrice
Alex Montoya
September 21, 2008
My prayers are with your entire family.
Jane Tapley
September 21, 2008
My thoughts are with you during this time of sadness. In reading other entries I feel your Mother had a sincere positive effect on so many people. Her life had a driven purpose. Love to you Karen and your family. Jane
Steve Mullins
September 21, 2008
Sorry to hear about your family's loss. I didn't know Natalie, but I know her daughter, Karen. She is a wonderful person, so I can only imagine how great Natalie was.
Sharon Verone
September 21, 2008
Deepest sympathies to Karen and family on their loss. May you find comfort in your cherished memories.
Arlene Benson
September 21, 2008
I will miss my friend and always treasure my memories of her.
Jonni and Victor Mann
September 21, 2008
Natalie always made me laugh-
with just a shrug of her shoulder, a raised eyebrow and that twinkle in her eye, she could summerize the situation without saying a word.
She was very special, we will always miss her.
Jackie Deditz
September 21, 2008
My condolences to the Pearlman family. Natalie was a wonderful and very caring person. I have fond memories of going to Cubs games with her and Karen as a child. She will be greatly missed.
jackie gadd
September 21, 2008
My heart is so heavy with the loss of this truly sweet and loving woman. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
Carla Rosenblum
September 21, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Pearlman Family.
Steve Devries
September 21, 2008
I have such wonderful memories of Natalie-her intense concern about so many that she cared so deeply about. Most recently, she came to Chicago to help boost the spirits of our cousin Helen. I will never forget her love and concern.
Karen Teig
September 21, 2008
My deepest condolences go to your family.
Arlin Robins
September 21, 2008
In my mind, Natalie will always be the adult who treated us kids as equals. She was a great friend to my family, to me, and especially to my mother, Bonnie. And she will be missed. More than words can ever say. My heart is with you and your family. With great sorrow,
Arlin
Kathy Foster
September 21, 2008
Natalie was the best! Her spirit will be with me forever. I was truly blessed to have her as my friend.
Carolyn Ammer
September 18, 2008
Condolences to you all... she was a great woman. Much Love, Carolyn
Brooke Belleville
September 18, 2008
My heart goes out to the Pearlman family for the loss of a wonderful mother, wife, sister and grandmother.
Janet Nirenberg
September 18, 2008
Wonderful person; heartfelt condolences to the whole family. Natalie will be missed by her family, friends and her e-mail family.
Mark Feinberg
September 18, 2008
Condolences to the family. I went to high school with Karen. While I was in college, I was welcomed into the Pearlman home during Jewish holdays. My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. My memory is of a very kind person who invited someone she hardly knew into her home.
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