Funeral Details

Lori I. Lavin

May 24, 1952 - November 14, 2024

SERVICE INFORMATION

Date and Time

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Service

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

Mr. Raphael Lavin

Interment

Shalom Memorial Park
1700 West Rand Road
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
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Shiva

Bryn Mawr Country Club
6600 North Crawford Avenue
Lincolnwood, Illinois 60712
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Saturday 6:30PM to 8:30PM

Then Sunday at the Lavin Residence
1501 North State Street
Chicago, Illinois 60610
(in the 24th Floor Party Room)
6:30PM - 8:30PM

Memorial Contributions

JCFS Chicago
230 West Monroe, Suite 1100
Chicago, Ilinois 60606
www.jcfs.org




OBITUARY

Lori Izaks Lavin, beautiful and devoted Fashionista wife to Raphael M. Lavin, mother to our superstar son Benjamin Lavin (Marisa Lavin), and adored sister of Marla Izaks Zwick (Justice Morton Zwick, Ret.). Adored “Ema” to Teddi Layne and Miles Pierce Lavin, and Charlie, our treasured grand dog. Also mourned by dear family Tom and Shelley Helberg and surrounded in love by two special friends, Debra Berman (lifelong) and Jacquie Chatz (treasured). Tennis arranger extraordinaire and accomplished player at Bryn Mawr Country Club, East Bank Club, Lake Shore Tennis League and Lincoln Park Tennis Association. A devoted 35 year+ member, the Glue, and three-time President of the North Shore Auxiliary of Jewish Child & Family Services (NSA-JCFS). Playing Tennis and her involvement in NSA-JCFS gave Lori (Lulu), the opportunity to cultivate special relationships and lasting friendships with friends, both new and old. Service Friday 12:30 PM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment Shalom. Contributions in her memory can be made to the JCFS Chicago, 230 W. Monroe, Suite 1100, Chicago, IL 60606, www.jcfs.org. To attend the funeral livestream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com


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Lori was the long time matriarch of tennis game arranging at Bryn Mawr CC. Lori was always encouraging and exclusive to all tennis players, new and old. Lori was always out on the courts playing matches and helping the whole BMCC tennis community. On a personal note, I knew Lori from years ago at the East Bank Club. When I came to BMCC there was nobody more welcoming and helpful for me as Director than Lori. Lori always was the center of ladies guest day, always planning the event and encouraging ladies to attend. A trademark of Lori’s were her incredible volley ability and her bright clothing style when on the court. I will miss Lori tremendously, the BMCC tennis community has lost an amazing person. Rest in peace.

Jeff Murray
November 14, 2024
I only met Lori once but she was such a blessing to our Knapp School students. The Knapp School & Yeshiva community are grateful for her support and the hours of time she gave to us. All those who cherished her are in our thoughts and prayers.

Diona Lewis
November 14, 2024
Ray,
Tim and I extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May her memory be for a blessing.
Jill Steinfeld Cunniff and Tim Cunniff

Tim and Jill Cunniff
November 14, 2024
Ray - I'm thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. I hope that loving memories from the past can bring peace in the future.
Cody

Cody Teets
November 15, 2024
Marla,

To you and your family, my heartfelt condolences and prayers. May her memory be a blessing 🙏💙

Lori Seltzer Schwartzwald
November 15, 2024
Ray, my deepest condolences on the loss of your wife. My heart breaks for you and yours. While I did not know here, her obituary tells the story of a wonderful woman. How fortunate you were to have her in your life.

elaine eisenman
November 15, 2024
With deepest sympathy and fond memories, may Lori’s
memory be for a blessing.

Beth and Paul

Beth and Paul Cherner
November 15, 2024
Oh my, what sweet memories. From Gail making gefilte fish with Lori to birthday parties and participating at one of the many Pesach Seders - whether in French, Italian, Hebrew or Russian.

May Lori’s memory be for a blessing and may her neshama go higher each time we think or her memory or speak her name.

Jim Jarvis
November 15, 2024
Marla, please accept my condolences. I was so fond of your sister over many many years. She always greeted me with a big smile. She had a huge heart as I am sure you know. I will think of her often. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you.
Gary Marks

Gary Marks
November 15, 2024
In the short time that Sara and I got to know Lori ,she welcomed us into her home for the past 3 years for dinner on the first day of Rosh . Everything Ray said she made tasted delicious, especially her desserts. Unfortunately, she had too many health challenges in her life but met them head on.
She was a woman of valor and strength and will evermore be remembered.
Our condolences,

Bob & Sara Wolf

Robert Wolf
November 15, 2024
Raphael and family, No words can express how sorry we are for your loss! Lori brought a light and life to everyone! We send you our prayers and our love and hope that all of the beautiful memories you have will help ease the loss a little, and bring smiles. We will certainly miss her and are here for you!
With love and prayers, Helaine and Rick

Helaine & Rick Beckerman
November 16, 2024
My condolences to Lori’s family and friends. I met Lori at the East Bank Club two years ago when she welcomed me with her beautiful smile and warm embrace to join her tennis group. If Lori would be there, I wanted to be with her. As she showed us all, tennis was our reason for meeting, but being in her presence brought out the best in us all. Watching her hit a beautiful shot and listening to her compliment another player on her beautiful shot, or hearing her recount a colorful story, Lori was ever our fearless leader as she made our court reservations, making sure we were 4 on the court even if that involved hiring a pro to complete our group. Whatever it took, Lori did it with gusto. Whenever she played with us, she was a sparkly presence that we will constantly miss, but ever try to learn from to model her beautiful spirit.

Molly Boed
November 17, 2024
Dear Ray,

May Lori's memory be for a blessing.

In sympathy,

Phil Moss

Phil Moss
November 18, 2024