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Obituary for Lillian Motew (Gross)

Lillian Motew (Gross)
Lillian Motew, nee Gross, passed away at the age of 104 surrounded by her family and longtime caregiver. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Max Motew. Cherished mother of sons Stuart Motew (partner-Cheryl Ehrenkranz), Allen (Marna) Motew and the late Dr. Martin (Jeanne) Motew. Devoted grandmother of Dr. Stephen (Sara) Motew, Kenny (Jill) Motew, Michael (Annie) Motew, Jeffrey (Pov) Motew, Matthew (Loren) Motew, Melissa Motew and great-grandchildren Charlie, Henry, Louie, Max, Emily, Zev, Asher, Simon, Benjamin, Sam, Maeve and Molly. Lillian loved her many cousins and friends. Lillian adored her sweet "granddoggie" Loulou. Heartfeld thanks to loving caregivers Regina Koska and Mellie. Lillian was a Chicago school teacher and did vounteer braille work for the visually handicapped. Graveside services Tuesday 11 AM at Shalom Memorial Park, Rand Rd. and Route 53 in Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Lillian's name to NA'AMAT, Philip H. Cohen Institute for the Visually Handicapped (Rodfei Zedek), or the Anti-Cruelty Society-Chicago would be appreciated. Info: Mitzvah Memorial Funerals, 630-MITZVAH (630-648-9824) or www.mitzvahfunerals.com (donations may be made through the website).
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