Funeral Details

Esther Ksendzovsky

November 15, 1939 - January 28, 2023

SERVICE INFORMATION

Date and Time

Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 12 Noon

Service

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

Cantor Adam Kahan
Temple Beth-El

Interment

Memorial Park Cemetery
9900 Gross Point Road
Skokie, Illinois 60076
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Shiva

Maggiano's Little Italy
4999 Old Orchard Center, Suite A28
Skokie, Illinois 60077
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2:30PM - 6:30PM

Memorial Contributions

American Heart Association
300 South Riverside Plaza
Chicago, Illinois 60606
www.heart.org/en/affiliates/illinois/chicago




OBITUARY

Esther Ksendzovsky, age 83

Beloved wife of the late Alexander Ksendzovsky. Cherished mother of Sam (Inessa) Kain and Marina (Gene) Shakhman. Proud grandmother of Alec, Jonathan, Claire Kaine and Gabrielle, Chloe, Emily, and Aidan Shakhman. Devoted daughter of the late Sam and Polina Portugal. Service Thursday 12 Noon at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd. (at Niles Center Road) Skokie. Interment Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 300 S Riverside Plaza, Chicago, IL 60606, www.heart.org/en/affiliates/illinois/chicago. To attend the funeral live stream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com


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May the memories of Esther be a blessing to all the family. May the time heal the pain and imagies of better time warm your heart It will be another empty seat at our family gatherings. I will always think of Ira when making receipes she shared with me.
Her love for Marina and Sam and grandkids was so powerful. May you all remember that love and be comforted by it.


Mila Shleymovich
January 30, 2023
Being Marina’s best friend since fourth grade, I have known Esther for most of my life. She always made me feel warm and welcome in her home, just like I was part of the family. Esther was a devoted and selfless mother and grandmother. She had a great outlook on life and a wonderful sense of humor. She was her own genuine person and never tried to conform. Esther will always be remembered and loved.

Julia Bloom
January 30, 2023
Dear Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved family member. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your fond memories sustain you. Esther will live on in those who loved her. May that knowledge bring you peace.

With our deepest sympathy,
Harry and Carol Dreyer

Carol Dreyer
January 31, 2023
I remember meeting your mother years ago when I visited you in your home. She was so welcoming and was happy to fill my tummy on my visit. In my brief visit, I could tell that she was such a kind woman, who was filled with love for you and your children. Blessings to your mother and much love to you all,
Heidi Mocchi

Heidi Mocchi
January 31, 2023
Dear Marina and family,
We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, please accept our deepest condolences.
Boris and I remembering your Mom like a sweet lady and a grandma who was interested in grandkids life.
Dear Marina, you were Daughter and Mother, now, unfortunately, you became only Mother. Keep all your sweet memories about your Mom alive.
Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort.
Shiller’s and Minin’s


Genrietta Shiller
January 31, 2023
Dear Marina,

We are so sorry to hear of the death of your dear mother. May you be comforted amongst the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

Paul and Ziva

Paul Kredow
January 31, 2023
Dear family,
You have my deepest condolences. Losing a family member is one of the most difficult moments we face in life. Please know you’re in my thoughts.
Debra Wolff

Debra Wolff
February 1, 2023
Sending support and love to your family during this difficult time.

Angela Eads
February 2, 2023