Ellie

Obituary on The New York Times
Elinor Konowitz │

KONOWITZ-Elinor, 86, long time resident of Manhattan, dies peacefully in her sleep. Ms. Konowitz was a graduate of the renowned Julliard School of Music, a Macy's executive and community activist. Elinor loved New York City and made it her home for over 60 years; dear sister, aunt and friend of many. Services were held. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Markle Evangeline Residence, 123 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011. For Info: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home 847-225-3520

Published in The New York Times on January 29, 2012

Oblituary in Chicago Tribune

ELINOR KONOWITZ │

ElinorKonowitz, 86, beloved sister of Sheldon (the late Shirley) Konowitz; loving aunt of Judith Ellen (Gabriel) Berlin, Howard (Ruth) Konowitz and the late Edward (Laurie) Konowitz; dear great-aunt and friend. Chapel service 10 a.m., today at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Rd., Arlington Height. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Markle Evangeline Residence, 123 W. 13th St., New York, NY 10011. For info: 847-255-3520

Published in The New York Times on January 29, 2012

Guest Book

January 28, 2012

Auntie Ellie is a truly wonderful spirit. It sounds cliched but she did enrich every life she touched and every room she entered with her enthusiasm for life. We are all blessed by our time with her. I'm especially glad that we were able to share the memory of Lucas singing silly songs with his Great-Grand (or was it Grand-Great?) aunt Ellie in Ruth's kitchen as I know she did with each of the nephews, nieces (all great and grand).

My deepest sympathies to Sheldon, Bryan, Melissa, Howard, Ruth, KK, Nick, Judy, Gabe, Debbie, Becky, and Patty. You are in my prayers as I know how much she meant to each of you.

~ Laurie Spartz, Phoenix, Arizona

January 27, 2012

Howard and Ruth:

My deepest sympathies. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

~ Lori Schwartzwald

January 30, 2012

Dear Ellie,

You meant a lot to me.

Even now, you still inspire me in every aspect.

You made the world more wonderful and brighter.

I miss you.

~ Yumin, Brooklyn, New York