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DECEASED:
Evelyn Lefkoff
Chava Rivka bat Yitzhak v' Shayna
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DATE OF DEATH:
Friday, October 13, 2017 (before sunset)
23 Tishri, 5778
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DATE OF FUNERAL:
Sunday, October 15, 2017
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TIME OF FUNERAL:
1:00 PM
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PLACE OF FUNERAL:
GRAVESIDE
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PLACE OF BURIAL:
Arlington Memorial Park, Atlanta GA
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SHIVA INFORMATION:
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at Park Avenue, 6:45pm each day
750 Park Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30326
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Please contact Dresslers at 770-451-4999 to send a message to the family.
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DONATIONS:
Weinstein Hospice 3150 Howell Mill Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30327
Amyloidosis Support Groups 232 Orchard Dr., Wood Dale, IL 60191
Ahavath Achim Synagogue 600 Peachtree Battle Ave, Atlanta, GA 30327
Atlanta Scholars Kollel 1959 Lavista Road, Atlanta, Ga 30329
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OBITUARY:
Evelyn Teskey Lefkoff passed away at home peacefully at the age of 83, after a heroic battle with Amyloidosis. Diagnosed five years ago, she searched the internet for support and treatment. She discovered a support group and was able to receive treatment from the Mayo Clinic. The treatment delayed the progression of the disease giving her five more years of life.
Evelyn was born and raised in Augusta, GA, daughter of Jennie Teskey and Julius Teskey, of blessed memory. An only child, Evelyn bonded with her many cousins and they remained like siblings throughout her life. She was always social and outgoing and was AZA Sweetheart of the Augusta chapter. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Harold, whom she met in Augusta in 1950, during his medical school years. They moved to Atlanta where she devoted her life to her husband and her family. Her marriage with Harold was the selfless embodiment of love, honor, trust and devotion.
Evelyn was a devoted mother and grandmother. She provided her family with energy, zest for life and guidance. She is survived by her children: Helen Lefkoff (Robert Faulk), Larry (Bundi) Lefkoff, and Craig (Faye) Lefkoff. She cherished her seven grandchildren: Alexis (Andy), Missy (Mechel), Steven (Anna), Ryan (Meredith), Julie (Bradley), Jenna and Blake. Evelyn was blessed with seven great-grandchildren, as well. Evelyn invested her life in the nurturing, love and support of her children. She raised them in a home where they could explore life confidently and have their own successes, and she leaves them very close knit.
Evelyn had a flair for entertaining and hosted family and friends to dinner parties, cocktail parties, and all holidays. She loved to plan every detail, and her family relished meals that she lovingly made. She filled her home with many friends, family and guests, bringing joy to everyone.
Evelyn was an ardent tennis player and enjoyed tennis with Harold, her children and her friends. She played competitively on ALTA. She was a challenging competitor at canasta and Mahjong. She was a creative talent. She wrote shows and musicals for Sisterhood groups and charity functions. She arrived at every life cycle event with a personalized tribute poem that she had written. She was an expert shopper and navigated every mall and store with precision and skill. She was always perfectly dressed and entered every room vibrant and glowing.
She had a huge heart of gold, caring most about others and their needs and happiness. She had a tremendous faith in God. Her influence, her zest and enthusiasm for life, and her faith will be passed for generations through the lives of her children and grandchildren. She will be deeply missed.
Donations may be made to: Weinstein Hospice, 3150 Howell Mill Rd. Atlanta, Ga, 30327, www.weinsteinhospice.com; or Amyloidosis Support Groups, 232 Orchard Dr., Wood Dale, IL. 60191, amyloidosissupport.org; or Ahavath Achim Synagogue, 600 Peachtree Battle Ave., Atlanta, 30327. www.aasynagogue.org.
The graveside funeral service will take place 1:00 PM Sunday, October 15, 2017, at Arlington Memorial Park in Sandy Springs, with Rabbi Neil Sandler officiating. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.
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The Dressler Family
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May the memories of our loved ones remain for a blessing.
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| Rachelle Leaf Berliner | Oct 23 2017 05:22 pm | | My deepest condolences to you and yours for the loss of your darling Evelyn. I have fond memories of her and pray your loving memories will give you strength and courage.
Love from an old friend,
Rachelle | | | Harriet Jeneff | Oct 19 2017 11:52 am | | Dear Cousins,
We're so sorry for your loss. Evelyn was always so gracious and warm and I can't remember a time from childhood that she wasn't a part of family or neighborhood celebrations. I will especially remember how kind Evelyn was to Tom's mother who lived across the hall from Mrs. Teskey. And I'm sure there are many besides me who benefited from Evelyn's get well visits. She will be greatly missed and thought of often.
With love,
Harriet and Tom and Roslyn | | | Susan Heidt | Oct 18 2017 08:46 am | | To the entire Lefkoff Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to all of you.
Susan and Ron Heidt
| | | Mitzi Saul | Oct 17 2017 09:33 am | | Dear cousins Harold, Helen, Larry and Craig,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will remember Evelyn fondly as she was a very sweet lady who always took the time to get to know me and my family. My thoughts will be with you and the family during this difficult time. With love, Mitzi, Sherri and Tracy | | | Cecile Waronker | Oct 16 2017 06:40 pm | | so sorry to learn of Evelyn's death. Please accept my deepest sympathy. | | | Leah and herb Zarge | Oct 16 2017 04:16 pm | | We will miss Evelyn very much, with our heart and soul. She touched many people with her warmth, smile, exuberance and positive attitude. When ever we came to Atlanta, Evelyn would make sure that we got to see all our family. It was always done with a pleasant feeling and enthusiasm.
We will always have Evelyn in our hearts, with a memory of her smile and wonderful demeanor.
With all our love, Leah and Herb. | | | Susan and Richard Orenstein | Oct 16 2017 06:01 am | | Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Evelyn was a lovely lady and will be missed by all who knew her. | | | Cheney Hall | Oct 16 2017 02:18 am | | Helen ... I was so sorry to read about the loss of your mother ... I can understand what you and your family must be going through ... my mother passed away very suddenly and unexpectedly 16 months ago on June 14th and I miss her so much ... My condolences and deepest sympathy to you and your family for you loss ... you have a very special "angel" watching over your family now ! | | | JOANNE Truffelman | Oct 16 2017 12:40 am | | My sincere condolences to Larry and Craig and you families. I didn’t have the great pleasure of knowing your Mom, Evelyn, but knowing her two boys says everything. Hopefully you wonderful memories of such a great lady will bring you all comfort. Love to you all. | | | Marcelle & Allan Oxman | Oct 15 2017 10:25 pm | | We are very sorry to hear about your loss. May Evelyn's memory be a blessing to you and your family. | | | Dinah and David Welch | Oct 15 2017 09:50 pm | | We were so sad to learn of Evelyn's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. | | | Shelley Gerson | Oct 15 2017 07:28 pm | | I just heard tonight of Evelyn's passing. I can't believe it. Part of my childhood....I wish I had know earlier. I will come for shiva. | | | Ellen and Morton Gruber | Oct 15 2017 07:24 pm | | To Harold and all the family,
We just heard the sad news. Please know you will be in our thoughts and hearts. Accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of Evelyn, a lovely caring, devoted woman. | | | Charlotte Kaminsky | Oct 15 2017 02:46 pm | | So sorry to hear about Evelyn. She was such a lovely person with a beautiful smile. I am in Seattle otherwise I attend the service. Love to the family. Charlotte Kaminsky | | | Gail Solomon | Oct 15 2017 02:11 pm | | My deepest condolences to Harold and the family. Evelyn was always a favorite of mine, someone I admired and respected. We will all miss her. | | | Earle Greenberg & Family | Oct 15 2017 01:41 pm | | Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. We are so sorry for your loss. | | | Julie Stahlman and family | Oct 15 2017 01:30 pm | | Dear Harold and family,
Our thoughts are with you at this time.May you find comfort in the many sweet memories!
| | | Sherrie & Norman Greenberg | Oct 15 2017 09:52 am | | Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. | | | Natalie Wilensky | Oct 15 2017 08:00 am | | Unle Harold and family:
I read with a heavy heart of the amazing "Aunt Eveyln's" passing. So many beautiful pictures pass by my mind's eye as I think of her and your family. She was the life of a social gathering. Her smile and laugh were infectious--not even your special medicinal treatments, Harold. could stop those from spreading rapidly through a room! When you spoke to her, you knew she was listening. She cared deeply for my father, Larry, and his affection for her was palpable. Her devotion to her mother, Jennie Teskey, taught me in real time the values of memory and Jewish traditions. And as you said in your tribute, she dressed and always looked beautiful. Yet her inner beauty is what was always front and center and that beauty shines so brightly in her children. Your home, Uncle Harold, was always a source of laughter and it is that legacy that Aunt Evelyn leaves in this world. I am so happy I was able to know her. As you mourn her loss from this world, I pray your stories, memories and photos are a blessing and give you strength.
In sympathy,
Natalie Wilensky | | | Judy and Paul Finkel | Oct 15 2017 03:25 am | | Our most sincere condolences to the entire family on the loss of your beloved Evelyn. Her beautiful sweet smile and gentle caring heart will always be remembered. May warm and loving memories comfort you at this difficult time. Always,
Judy and Paul | | | Barrie and Richard Galanti | Oct 15 2017 02:42 am | | So sorry to hear about your Mom, We will remember all the good times!!
Our thoughts are with the whole family, hoping floods of good memories fill your hearts | | | Marty Oxman, Charlotte,NV | Oct 14 2017 10:57 pm | | My prayers are with your family at this difficult time. | | | Sloane and Howard Neiman | Oct 14 2017 09:41 pm | | Dear Harold, Helen, Larry , Craig and family,
Thinking of you all and sending our sincere sympathy.
Sloane and Howard Neiman | | | Sloane and Howard Neiman | Oct 14 2017 09:40 pm | | Dear Harold, Helen, Larry , Craig and family,
Thinking of you all and sending our sincere sympathy.
Sloane and Howard Neiman | | | Susan and Billy Silver | Oct 14 2017 08:46 pm | | To The family of Evelyn Lefkoff:
When one looses a loved one a wound is created that never heals; but never ending love creates a memory that no one can steal.
Thus we know that the memory of Evelyn will always be with us and those who knew and loved her for her warm and happy smile. Our sympathy goes out to you Harold and to Larry, Craig, and Helen.
Susan and Billy Silver | | | Holly Strelzik | Oct 14 2017 08:12 pm | | Dear Craig and family,
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a lovely woman who raised a wonderful family. I know she’ll be missed. Sending condolences and love.
Holly and Steve | | | Carla Silver | Oct 14 2017 06:55 pm | | Dear Harold and Family,
Arthur and I are so sorry to hear about Evelyn. She was truly a very lovely Lady. We are out of town and can’t attend the funeral. Please know our love and thoughts are with all of you.
With deepest sympathy,
Carla | | | Barbara Lobel | Oct 14 2017 06:42 pm | | Harold, my deepest spympathy to you and your family | | | Doris Frank | Oct 14 2017 05:15 pm | | Dear Harold, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear wife. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this time. Rest in peace Evelyn. Sincerely, Doris Frank | | | Pamela Golden Gerwit | Oct 14 2017 04:43 pm | | Harold and family, so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers your way. May her memory bring you peace. Pam | | | Martha Jo Katz | Oct 14 2017 03:52 pm | | Please accept our deepest sympathy! Evelyn was always so kind to me and I used to love seeing her shopping when I was modeling. And also enjoyed her when she was at an event at the hotels I worked for. May all the good memories bring comfort to you and be in your hearts forever. Thinking of all of you! love, as ever, Martha Jo and Jerry | | | Robin and Steve Bennett | Oct 14 2017 03:38 pm | | Our thoughts, love, and prayers to Helen, Dr. Lefkoff, all of Evelyn's beautiful family. | | | Fran Rothenberg | Oct 14 2017 03:35 pm | | Dear Harold, I am broken hearted to hear of Evelyn's passing. I have such wonderful memories of Sunday mornings at tennis, trips to Hilton Head, birthday celebrations,and more. She was always a warm and delightful lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Fran | | | Carl Golden | Oct 14 2017 02:50 pm | | Harold and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I
Enjoyed the the times we all spent together. You will be in my prayers. Carl | | | Rabbi Phil Kranz | Oct 14 2017 02:48 pm | | What a lovely person! I will always cherish her warm greetings. Sympathies to the entire Lefkoff family. | | | Sherri and Moe Soriano | Oct 14 2017 02:45 pm | | So sorry for your loss of beautiful Evelyn. Sending loving thoughts and prayers from my heart to yours.
| | | Barbara Levitas | Oct 14 2017 02:26 pm | | Dear Harold and family,
Evelyn was a lovely lady and we are so sorry to receive the sad news. Babs and Elliott Levitas | | | Bennett and Reba Kreisberg Herzfeld | Oct 14 2017 02:22 pm | | Harold, Larry, Craig, Helen and family
so very sorry to just learn of Evelyn’s passing. When your family came to augusta to visit for the holidays and sat behind my family in Shul, I would look at how beautiful Evelyn was and I wanted to be like her when I grew up. She was truly a beautiful southern lady. I’m sorry that I won’t be able to attend the funeral tomorrow. I work with Dressler’s and will be assisting at a memorial service at the same time tomorrow. Sincere condolences to all. Love Reba | |
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