Funeral Details

Sherrie E. Weiss

September 22, 1953 - January 13, 2025

SERVICE INFORMATION

Date and Time

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM

Service

Chicago Jewish Funerals
Skokie Chapel
8851 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
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Clergy

Rabbi Rachel Bovitz
Rabbi Morey Schwartz
Hazzan Hery Chulef

Interment

Westlawn Cemetery
7801 West Montrose Avenue
Norridge, Illinois 60706
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Shiva

Congregation B'nai Tikvah
1558 Wilmot Road
Deerfield, Illinois 60015
847.945.0470
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6:30PM-9:30PM
Minyan 7PM
Shiva will resume at the Weiss Residence
1 Timberleaf Lane
Riverwoods, Illinois 60015
Friday 1PM-4PM

Memorial Contributions

Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning
www.meltonschool.org





OBITUARY

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Sherrie Weiss passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, at the age of 71. Sherrie’s life was a testament to love, generosity, and commitment to family and community. She laughed easily and gave thoughtfully.
Born to Zangwill and Beverly Munies, Sherrie grew up with a deep appreciation for tradition and connection. She was predeceased by her parents and her sister, Michelle. She is survived by her husband, Albert Weiss; children, Melissa Rose and Mark Rose (Valerie); brother, Bruce Munies (Sarah Pang); stepchildren, Laura Weiss, Josh Weiss (Natalie), and Mitchell Weiss (Lori); and her ten beloved grandchildren.
Sherrie was a caring, supportive, admiring mom, always I’m available to Mark and Melissa as they grew from children into parents themselves.
She met her husband, Albert Weiss, in November 1999. Their life together became one of shared adventures, love, and partnership. Together, they created a warm and welcoming home, where they enjoyed nothing more than hosting family and friends.
Her holiday celebrations, like Pesach, Rosh Hashanah, and Thanksgiving, were particularly special, with her epic tablescapes and joyous traditions creating cherished memories. A devoted mother and grandmother, Sherrie instilled a love for Judaism and the importance of family.
As a preschool teacher at Beth El and B’nai Tikvah, she was adored by her students and parents, especially for her patience and ability to connect with children who needed extra care.
Sherrie was a world traveler, visiting over 70 countries with Albert and making eight meaningful trips to Israel. Her dedication to Jewish education was exemplified by her work with the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning. Her leadership and vision helped transform Melton into a thriving organization, ensuring its impact on future generations.
A funeral service will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, January 16, at Chicago Jewish Funerals Skokie Chapel, 8851 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077. Shivah will follow from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1558 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, IL 60015. Shiva will be held on Friday, January 17 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the home of Albert Weiss at 1 Timberleaf Lane, Riverwoods, IL 60015.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning. meltonschool.org/index.php/donate
May her memory be a blessing.


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Mom, you are forever in our hearts and Mark and I vow to pass on all you have taught us .

I love you ❤️ more than infinity

Melissa 🦋🦋 your beloved daughter

Melissa Rose
January 14, 2025
Ah, my dear Sherrie, how I will miss you nudging me for a bigger donation. You made things happen with your enthusiasm and efficiency. You were a “woman of valor” and a whirlwind of action. Who will take your place in this world that needs neshamas like yours? You have set the example and we must continue on the path you followed.
With much love, Debbie and Michael

Michael Troner
January 14, 2025
Sherrie, you were the first person I met when I began working for Melton. It was in a hotel bar in Kansas City, and you welcomed me with the biggest smile and said, "What can I get you to drink?" Drinks, I quickly learned, were always on you. In that moment, I thought, Wow! This is a crowd I’m really going to enjoy working with.

But that warmth and generosity of spirit were only the tip of the iceberg.

I will always cherish the loving and supportive text messages you sent, popping into my message stream for no reason other than to say something wonderful. Your generosity was evident in so many ways, offering scholarships for others to attend solidarity trips, supporting the IDF, and sponsoring speakers, all to ensure these activities thrived, even when you couldn’t be there to participate yourself.

You were so excited about everything new happening in the travel department, and I’ll never forget your sadness when we realized we wouldn’t be able to share a drink at the conference last month. You were so looking forward to coming, and I was so looking forward to seeing you.

Most of all, your unwavering love and support for all things Melton were unparalleled. I have never known anyone with a smile like yours or a heart as kind and full of joy.

The world is a lot less bright without you in it, Sherrie. Your memory will always be a blessing, and I am so deeply honored to have known you.

Andrea Gardenhour
January 14, 2025
Added such joy to our lives. Every memory adds to the richness of who we are. Lacey and Bob

Robert Weiss
January 14, 2025
Our dear, gentle, generous Sherrie. You lived with love, positivity, making me feel important laughing easily with passion who was always there to support and teach what it means to have humor mixed with gratitude which 🟰 a woman of valor who I will always hold dear to my heart.

Alan Weisz
January 14, 2025
It wasn't that long ago that we had the pleasure of of hosting Al and Sherrie at our home in Atlanta. I remember sitting on our back porch after dinner and we just talked and talked...and laughed and laughed. What I loved most about that dinner is how much my teenage kids enjoyed themselves. Usually at that age, they can't wait for dinner to end and just go upstairs. Sherrie was so engaging. My kids had a great time. I realized at that dinner how Sherrie can make people feel seen and heard and that is such a special quality. The entire Orston family will miss her very much and our hearts go out to Al, Laura, and the entire Weiss family. We love you all.

Rachel and Todd Orston
January 15, 2025
My board buddy, I wish I could upload the photos of our first meeting at our celebration of learners in Louisville where I first met you!
I knew from that moment i wanted and needed your support in my process of becoming a board member.
Not only did you do that and more, but I will never forget your concern and embrace when I was overwhelmed by the crowded line in the museum on our trip to Dubai.
May you feel my hug back, and know I will continue to buy a round in your honor!

Sandy Harrison
January 15, 2025
Seeing your smile so often Sherrie, made me smile. Your spirit, strength, positivity, and so many other qualities I admired and I’ve adopted these beautiful characteristics that I hope will reflect all you’ve exemplified in your wonderful life. I’ll miss your smile, and generosity. My life has been blessed because I met you.
I will truly miss you. You were one in a million.
Kim

Kim Boudreau
January 15, 2025
Al and family,

Barry and I are out of town. Otherwise. we would have joined you to honor Sherrie’s memory at the service on Friday Our memories of Sherrie are her welcoming smile,. She was the consummate teacher and encouraged others to expand their educational horizons. I remember fondly the times she encouraged us to register for a Melton class
or an Israeli poetry class during the pandemic. We will all miss her leadership and vibrant personality..
May the support offered by family and friends biting you comfort and may her memory remain for a blessing.

Judy Siegal
January 15, 2025
I am a member of a very exclusive group of close friends called the Bradwell Elementary School class of 1967. While our class has been disbursed to the four corners, our circle’s special bond allowed us to keep each other’s names and memories present in our minds. During our reunions and at times in between Sherrie’s name was always, always in attendance if she couldn’t be. And our recollections of what a wonderful childhood we had and her large part in our friendships.

One of my favorite memories was the time in second grade when her dad almost broke down my mom’s front door just to tell her I was a juvenile delinquent destined for a life of no good. (I don’t remember the circumstances but it had something to do with a wad of gum.) Anyway, it must have worked because I’ve been on the straight and narrow ever since.

My heart is warmed by the pictures of her easy smile, doing things she loved to do, surrounded by people she loved and who loved her back.

God will bless her.

Sabin Abrams
January 15, 2025
When I received the call today informing me of Sherrie's passing, my heart dropped. Sherrie and I were classmates at Bradwell School on the south side for most of the years of elementary school. We had not seen each other for a period of years, when we had the opportunity to reconnect. She then came to one of our periodic class reunions. I cannot describe the joy on peoples' faces when she appeared. Everyone was just overjoyed to see her. Unfortunately, after a time we lost touch again and attempts to connect just did not work out. Sitting here today, my first thought was of Sherrie's beautiful smile and of her kindness. That never changed. I will always remember her in that way. Speaking with others in our class today, many echoed my thoughts. My heart is with all of you. May her memory be a blessing.

Sheri Kessler
January 15, 2025
SHERRIE

We lived far from one another
and yet I mourn her as a dear friend
or even a sister
Perhaps we once were, in another lifetime
Bright, fun, enthusiastic and kind, so kind
loving life, her family, friends and community
loving Judaism and learning
We met through the Melton School
and traveled together with Melton
I missed her so at the past few Board meetings
(where I have always felt like a mascot,
but have been treated like a member of the team)
I felt her absence especially at
this year’s Conference of Learners,
knowing she would have loved to be well enough to be there, present as part of team Melton
sharing her thoughts, her wisdom
while having fun and learning with us
Whenever my eye catches the small book
of my photos and haiku she had gotten printed,
one for herself and one as a gift for me,
I will be reminded of Sherrie’s generous, sweet soul
Her loving spirit reached out to so many
in concentric circles; endless ripples in a pond
I am so grateful to have known Sherrie
I will always miss her, and
her memory will always be a blessing.

Debbie Troner
January 15, 2025
Bubbie, you were the most motivating and supportive grandmother to everyone. Thank you for being what most people needed at their lowest. ❤️

Napayshni LaBombard
January 16, 2025
Al. Sherman and I are so sorry to hear about Sherry. She was such a loving person and lived life the way it should be lived. With passion and purpose. Her death came too soon. I am sending love and prayers

Monti

Monti Redman
January 16, 2025
I was devasted in learning that your loving wife, mother and grandmother had passed.
Sending my condolences to you and your entire family.
I knew Sherrie since high school. Such a terrible loss.

Michele Crane
January 18, 2025