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Lucia Zuckerman "Lillie" Rebalsky

Lucia Zuckerman "Lillie" Rebalsky obituary, Birmingham, AL

Lucia Rebalsky Obituary

Lucia (Lillie) Zuckerman Rebalsky of Colorado Springs, Colorado passed away May 18, 2013 just thirteen days after her beloved husband, Norman Rebalsky. Lillie was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on May 4th, 1932. Her mother and father immigrated to Argentina from Poland. In 1946 when Juan Peron, President of Argentina, allowed Nazis to immigrate to Argentina, Lillie's family immigrated to the United States and lived in Washington D.C. Lillie and Norman were married in Washington DC in 1951 while Norman was beginning his military career with the Air Force at the Pentagon. They recently celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on March 18th. During Norman's career with the Air Force they had over 17 years of overseas assignments living in various countries. Lillie was a homemaker, wonderful mother to her two daughters, a loving Bubbe to her grandson, David and her husband, Norman was the love of her life. Lillie always volunteered with the American Red Cross. When the family lived on Homestead Air Force Base, near Miami, Florida, Lillie was recognized by the American Red Cross for her work in translating for the many refugees fleeing Cuba because of Castro's dictatorship. Lillie loved to find hidden treasures. While living in France, she would take her friends to a junkyard - and of course they had to promise her they would not tell anyone where they were going. Lillie would bring home her cache covered in dirt. After washing the treasures in the bathroom tub she discovered items made out of brass or marble. Lillie was kind and warmhearted. She understood what friendship meant and always helped and stood by her friends. She enjoyed traveling, music and dancing. Even suffering with Alzheimer's she was quick witted and had a sense of humor. She also had a feisty side with her Argentinean background. Thank you to wonderful caregivers Janet Miguel and Gyllian Callicott. A special thank you to Sonja Search and her company Lifting Spirits in Monument, CO, which provided Lillie with social interaction, crafts, music and dancing. Lillie is survived by her daughters Sylvia Wright (Eli Pinhas) of Birmingham, AL, Ida Lee Hurvitz (Lou Hurvitz) of St Paul, MN and her grandson, David Wright of Chapel Hill, NC. Lillie is also survived by many nieces and nephews in Colorado, California, Maryland, New Jersey and Washington D.C. Lillie was predeceased by her loving husband Norman Rebalsky only 13 days after his passing, her parents Sophia Werber Zuckerman and Isaiah Zuckerman, sister Rosa Karchem and brother Jimmie Zucker. Lillie will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington D.C. with her husband Norman. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lillie's memory to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. or The Alzheimer's Foundation of America. Lillie will be remembered for her love of family and friends, her kindnesses toward people and her adventuress spirit.

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Published by The Gazette on May 26, 2013.

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Janet Miguel

June 18, 2013

Norman y Lillie were two of the greatest people I have ever known. I loved them very dearly. Norman was one of a kind, so loving and caring. A man that loved Miss Lillie very much and he showed it every minute of every day. I enjoyed caring for them because they always made me feel like family. They also were very lucky to have such a caring daughter, Sylvia. I will miss you Norman and Lillie very much. I know the two of you are together and very happy and caring for us from above. My prayers and thoughts are with you Sylvia, Eli and David. God Bless, Janet

Suzanne Yoste-Scanlan

June 1, 2013

How I loved Aunt Lillie and Uncle Norman! Only through the two of them was I able to "survive" stairwell living,having twins and 2 others with a husband always gone while living in Ramstein, Germany. Lillie became my "Jewish Mom" and Norman became our rock. What a true blessing to have God put them into our lives.

So many memories---so much love. No two greater people ever-my family and myself were truly blessed to have Uncle Norman and Aunt Lillie in our lives.

Linda Tolan

May 30, 2013

Such a wonderful lady. She was so proud of her family. Loved hearing her talk about "Normando"! And how her eyes would light up as she talked about their David. So many sweet memories of her, she was a lady to the end. I miss her dreadfully..it hurts so to have them gone, but it doesnt take much imagination to see them walking together, healed, on the streets of gold. Such a love they had for each other! and proud of their girls, you didnt have to talk to them long to hear the pride and joy in their hearts about their offspring. My deepest sympathy to you all.

Sherri Daniels

May 29, 2013

I will always be thankful that Lillie (and Norman) were friends with my Mom. When they moved back to Colorado Springs, they reconnected and had many wonderful times together. My Mom moved to an assisted living in 2004 and Lillie and Norman were always there providing company and friendship. Lillie was a special woman and will be missed.

BETH WIDEMAN

May 28, 2013

SYLVIA AND FAMILY WISHING YOU PEACE IN THE DAYS TO COME. THINK ONLY OF THE GOOD TIMES YOU HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH BY HAVING SUCH WONDERFUL PARENTS!

May 27, 2013

Sylvia, you are so blessed to have had Lillie and Norman as parents. David you are blessed to have such wonderful Grandparents, they lived for their David. I know you both are missing them terribly but just think they are together again.
Much love and prayers for the both of you.

Carole & Danny Cope

Sara Porat

May 27, 2013

Aunt Lillie will be missed by many, remembered for her quick witted comments, wonderful meals and love of antiques and knick knacks. I'm sure Uncle Norman was the first to greet her and they're together as they were for the last 62 years.

Barb and Tracy Garwood

May 27, 2013

Lillie could make anyone laugh. She had a spontaneous personality. We are sorry Norm and Lillie are gone, yet we know they are together in Heaven.

jose wambui

May 27, 2013

It was truly a joy to know your Mom Lillie and your Dad Norman, i was blessed by their love and kindness. i will forever be greatful for your kindness. Sylvia just like your parent, you are a very wonderful person. i love you

Tanith Barcroft

May 27, 2013

My deepest condolences for your loss. Uncle Norman and Aunt Lillie were completely devoted to each other. They will be missed but I feel sure they have been reunited on the other side. May they both rest in peace.

May 26, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Lillie, who was a delight to know. She had such a kind and loving heart and a curiosity for life. I always remember her coming to our home and her enjoyment of a tablescape I was preparing for a holiday. She made me feel it was special and that's a gift she had. She was fun to be with when we went out for lunch, Sylvia, and so kind to prepare a special dinner for us at your house. She liked to give of herself to make someone else happy. I would guess what a wonderful mother she was and how blessed Norman, you and David were to have her love. Bob and Janet Rubin

May 26, 2013

How very blessed, we as a family have been having, "Norman and Lillie,"as our wonderful neighbors for the last, 15 years. We have been enriched, educated and loved by both of them. It became a very easy transition for us to become first, just neighbors, then friends and last but not least, family. Our hearts our sadden by the loss of , " Norman and Lillie". We know that we are better people having been blessed to have both of them in our lives. Truly, WE," as the Callicott's, will never be the same. We will forever be thankful for their hearts to embrace us, love us and and allow us in return, to love them too!
With much love,,
Steve, Jacque, Gyllian, Matthew, Anthoni, James and Kat Callicott.

Sally Bane

May 26, 2013

I really enjoyed your parents when they would come into Dr. Roth's office. I'm so sorry for your loss, but I was blessed to of known them.

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