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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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| Bernard J. Sloan | Jan 22 2009 11:02 am |
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I have just received the news. So sad, so young. I was her college dean and academic advisor during her undergraduate days at the University of Alabama. Tracey was a dedicated and outstanding student, and I will miss her. |
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| Nancy Mazer Lutz | Dec 14 2008 07:52 pm |
| It has been quite a few years since I last saw Tracey but I have known her for 30 years and she has always remained very special in my heart. I met Tracey in high school when she first moved to Birmingham and I always admired her courage to have left South Africa to start a new life with her family. We laughed throughout the years that we would always share a special bond because our paths always seemed to cross. After high school, we both went on to University of Alabama ...and she was so kind and helped me make a decision to go to the
University of Massachusetts for my junior year. We even chose individually to go on a trip to Montreal and shared a hotel together. After college, we both ended up in Atlanta at the same apartment complex!! We got married a month apart, shared our pregnancies, many great and heartfelt conversations, many birthday parties and special times. Her deep love.. of learning, of all things Jewish, of literature and of people was such a joy to be around. She loved to make connections with people and had a memory of events that was amazing. I am so saddend by her loss and I hope her life will be an inspiration to her beautiful children. She was a gifted woman with a zest for life. May her memory be a blessing. |
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| Dina Crockett | Nov 21 2008 05:05 pm |
| Tracey's absence is heartbreaking. I used to meet her regularly at the Athletic Club Northeast's swimming pool and locker room. She was so outgoing and open, friendly to old and new club members. She brought a breath of fresh air to the place. I miss her so much. And I still can't believe that I won't see her again. I was always looking forward to seeing her at the club. What a loss! May she rest in peace. |
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| Jamie Chroninger | Nov 17 2008 02:51 pm |
| I am so sorry to hear of Tracey's passing. I taught across from her at Brookwood HS and she would tell me stories of growing up in Africa that I could share with my biology students. She also was deathly afraid of some of my animals because of her experiences in Africa so we had a running joke about what would happen if any ever escaped. I miss Tracey's presences at Brookwood and now I miss her presences on Earth. I know she is at rest and as time passes, I hope it brings peace for you all as well. Take care. |
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| Dena Vacalis | Nov 15 2008 01:53 pm |
| Tracey shared her childhood memories with her Greek friends in So. Africa. We will always remember her beautiful smile, kind friendship, her love for her two kids. Her wish was to take her children to Athens, Greece this summer to share with them the experience of the ancient ruins of Greece.
I loved Tracey and wish her peace.
Dena Vacalis |
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| Linda Alcott | Nov 14 2008 09:43 pm |
| It was quite a few years ago.....Matt, you were probably 3 and Emily 4 (maybe Don can help us remember).
Tracey was focused on trying to teach Matt how to use the "pottie" by himself. So, one Sunday afternoon the whole family came over to spend some time in the garden. Tracey and I contrived a plan to teach Mattie how to enjoy the freedom of using the garden as a new experience to parting with the training pants.
Matt ran naked through the graden, with Emily chasing after for a good part of the afternoon. It was quite a success and Don and Tracey were so proud of Mattie. Emily, as big sister was very supportive, giving Matt accolades as he enjoyed this new experience.
It was one of the most adorable moments I have experienced and it was with great joy that Don, Tracey and I watched the amazing energy of Emily and Matt running throughout the paths of the garden.
As dawn approached, we went inside and Emily and Matt practiced their gymnastic moves for quite some time by jumping off the bed into our arms.
It was yet another joyous time to observe the trust you two had in your parents to jump into the air, knowing they would be there to catch you and save you from any harm.
Another special memory I have to remember Tracey by was experienced during the pregnancy of each of you. I had the pleasure of sharing those times frequently as I often gave Tracey neuromuscular treatments to relieve her back pain and swollen feet. Tracey was so elated to be your mother.
It is a real blessing in life to be loved so deeply and dearly by your mother and father. You are a wonderful family and you will never lose those memories of times shared.
I appreciate the opportunity to be a friend of you and your family and welcome those times throughout life that we may share memories.
My wall awaits an updated marking of your present heights. Our last marking was 1-26-08 - so we must "break bread" sometime soon.
My love and friendship, Linda Alcott |
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| marge | Nov 14 2008 08:32 pm |
| I will always rememner Tracey with love.she was a speciale niece and i was very close to her
she will truly be missed by her aunt marge.
god bless |
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| Frank Mutz | Nov 14 2008 06:18 pm |
| I was shocked to hear about Tracey's death. Unbelievable. Tragic.
I knew Tracey from a mutual friend and, there was a period of time that I saw her frequently at the Northeast Athletic Club. She was always a delightful person to chat with. Definitely, others had a better day if they were able to spend any amount of time with Tracey. She was such a truly good person.
I will remember her always. My sympathy to all who cherished her and my condolences to the family. |
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| Mike Berger | Nov 14 2008 06:29 am |
| Aubrey, Tracey's father, and I have been close friends ever since we met at Medical School more than a half century ago. This friendship extended to Joan and their four individualistic, lively and interesting children. They feel like a second family to my wife and I. Tracey always stood out amongst the Lurie brood, partly as a result of her red-auburn hair and partly because of her distinctively, and deceptively, light personality. I cannot think of her without feeling both deep affection and at the same time sadness that a life so blessed came with such profound shadows. My deepest condolences go to Don, Emily and Matthew and to the rest of her family and friends in their grief. But those who knew Tracey will always feel a little blessed. |
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| Kathy Shapiro Wexler | Nov 14 2008 05:24 am |
| Tracey and I met in book club many years ago. She was so full of life and always smiling. Whenever she was discussing her thoughts about a book, I would listen so intently because she was so bright and insightful (and I LOVED her accent!) I'm reminded how much she looked after me because she was always trying to set me up with someone. Tracey would host book club Hanukkah parties at her house and we could invite significant others. She was always checking out my dates and would give me a thumbs up or down. She made me laugh and smile and I will miss her greatly. To Tracey's family, I am so sorry for your loss. |
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| Roz Strauss | Nov 14 2008 03:59 am |
| I met Tracey and family through our Oak Grove GHA carpool. When I broke my foot and could not drive or walk, it was Tracey who came over to clean my kitchen and it was Tracey who drove me to work and the kids to school. Tracey's life certainly was a blessing to each person who was fortunate enough to call her a friend. |
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| Donna McCord | Nov 13 2008 08:16 pm |
| I will always remember the warm welcome that Tracey showed me the week of pre-planning during my first year teaching at Brookwood High. We were both sophomore literature teachers, and Tracey invited me to lunch with her that first planning day when I knew few people. As we were driving to a restaurant, with Tracey chattering away about the many wonderful aspects of BHS, she asked what I most liked to eat. My response was "grilled salmon." Tracey was thrilled--she loved it, too. We happily went for a salmon and veggie meal during our brief lunch time, filling each other in on our families and interests. As often as we could on other planning days, Tracey and I lunched together on grilled salmon. Isn't it a beauty of life, that the simple gesture of a lunch invitation can create a fun, lighthearted friendship between two colleagues. I will always remember Tracey's kindness and the joy she expressed in her children, family, and friends. May you take comfort in your own warm memories of happy times with Tracey. |
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| Jolinda Collins | Nov 13 2008 07:43 pm |
| I am so very sorry for your loss. Tracey was a fellow English teacher at Brookwood High School for several years. It was always such a pleasure to discuss books with her, and she frequently brought me a newly-discovered book. She was always generous,kind,witty, and interesting. We were also together every Thursday night for an entire year while I was the instructor for the staff development class where she earned her gifted certification. Tracey's vivacious presence added much to the class, and her creativity was always inspiring. Her light was bright, and the world is poorer for the loss of it. |
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| The Jones Family | Nov 13 2008 05:32 pm |
| We are so very sorry for the loss of Mrs. Sklar. We wish that we had had the time to get to know her better.
May your happiest memories sustain you in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Stacey Jones and Christian Jones
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| Celia K. Chase | Nov 13 2008 01:47 pm |
| I am so sad to learn of the loss of Tracey. I remember her from the Sporting Club days. She was always so lively and friendly. It has been years since I have seen her but I remember her fondly.
May you all be blessed in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely, Celia |
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| Elaine Miller | Nov 13 2008 12:59 pm |
| Dear Don, Emily, Matt, Dr. and Mrs. Lurie, Steven, Nadine and Bernice:
Tracy was a dear friend of mine for 30 years. Some of the best times of my life were spent with her. In high school, Tracy, Stasia Goodhart and I used to spend the night together and stay up laughing most of the night. Tracy was always full of life and full of fun. She and I had wonderful times teogether studying at Yeshiva in Israel in the summer of 1991. I was there the first time she met Don at a 4th of July picnic in the park in Jerusalem. We shared our pregnancies together and Tracy was at my house for the Shalom Zakum the first Firday night after my Elan was born. She was a loyal friend to me during the time my husband Dan was dying and she wrote a beautiful letter about him in the Atlanta Jewish Times. We continued to study Torah over the years and she and I attended many classes together. She was a great help to me with Elan during the teenage years. She understood teens. She gave me so much over 30 years and I miss hear terribly. I hope and pray that all of you will be comforted and that your pain will turn into beautiful memories of Tracy being full of life.
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| Veronika Ági | Nov 13 2008 10:18 am |
| I was so sad to hear about Tracey. I lived together with the Sklar family for a year in 1999. Tracey was an extraordinary person I got to like in a short time. She treated me like a family member and helped me overcome the difficulties of living far away from home. She inspired and encouraged me in my studies considering the fact that I am a teacher myself. She was a caring and understanding person one could always rely on. I had the joy to take care of her children, Emily and Matt, that brought a lot of nice memories into my life while staying in Atlanta. I will remember Tracey with love.
May God bless the Lurie and the Sklar family in this time of sorrow.
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| Matthew Joshua Sklar | Nov 13 2008 02:43 am |
| I was extreamly sad when I first heard about the passing of my dear mother Tracey. The days have been very hard since the passing of my mother. They've been getting easer every day but they are still very hard. I have many great meamorys of my mother and now that shes dead i'm starting to realize them. I'm already starting to realize the differentes in life without having a mother but I know that shes now in a better place and that now shes always going to be looking at me and leading me in the long and hard journy of life from hard or easy decissions to times that I need alot of courage from my life now to when i'm an old man. I know that shes always going to be beside me and aventuly when reunite in heaven. |
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| Abigail Tucker | Nov 12 2008 09:51 pm |
| The loss of my dear friend, Tracey, continues to tug at my heart.
I met Tracey as a colleague at North Atlanta HS. Our small group of lunch companions shared many happy meals together. I was so exited to meet coworkers who would would engage in spirted conversation about books, movies, philosophy and what we had heard on NPR that morning. Sometimes Tracey and I talked about lighter subjects such as hairstyles and clothes.
Over the years we became friends. I shared her joy in the birth of her children. I was privileged to get to know her sweet family and some of her many, many friends. I also am grateful that I was able to have her live with me for a period of time within the last year. She will truly be missed.
If love could have saved her she would still be here with us.
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| Holly Lunsford | Nov 12 2008 09:07 pm |
| Bernice and family - I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Holly Lunsford |
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| Emily Scott | Nov 12 2008 04:01 am |
| I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I have the fondest memories of Mrs. Lurie from my time at North Atlanta over ten years ago. Due to a scheduling issue one year, I was able to be one of only a few students in one of her honors classes, and those times were some of my favorites in high school. I'm sure I still have papers that, after carefully critiquing the work, she would cheerfully decorate with stickers. Please know that she is very warmly remembered by me, and I'm sure all of her former students, for her contagious optimism and making English class fun. |
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| Jesse Kalachman | Nov 12 2008 03:16 am |
| I saw Tracey regularly at the Atlanta Chevre Minyan. She often sat near me at Steve and Ellen's Shabbat dinners and talked about her love of teaching, her years in Alabama, or whatever cheerful thoughts were on her mind. I'm too shocked to know what to say except that the Minyan has lost a great source of joy. |
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| Jackie Echols | Nov 11 2008 01:41 pm |
| Bernice and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. |
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| Erin Thaler | Nov 11 2008 04:38 am |
| It deeply saddens me to have learned tonight of Tracey's passing. I met Tracey several months ago when she joined Atlanta Chevre Minyan for services and then came on a regular basis. She was a vibrant woman whose red hair barely matched the ebullience of her personality, always brightening my spirits. She eagerly volunteered to help in any way she could, and at one of the last several minyanim brought Emily and Matthew, excited that in just a few months her Emily would be old enough to count for the minyan. I was happily anticipating that day, particularly because each time Tracey mentioned it, her obvious pride increased.
A fellow English teacher, Tracey and I liked to "talk shop," as she recounted how much her school children meant to her and how much she wanted to do for them. I know she challenged students to reach higher potentials and infused them with a love for learning. She glowed whenever she spoke of her connection to the classroom.
I am still overwhelmed by the suddenness of her passing. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to begin to know her and that she had been an important part of the Atlanta Chevre Minyan community. She is and will continue to be missed.
With great sympathy, Erin |
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| Stephen Burris | Nov 11 2008 03:00 am |
| Bernice and loved ones...
Ha'makom yenahem etkhem betokh she'ar avelei
TziyonviYerushalayim
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister-daughter-mother. God bless you.
Steve Burris |
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| Steve Horowitz | Nov 10 2008 10:20 pm |
| I met Tracey when we were freshmen at the University of Alabama. Everyone liked Tracie's South African/British accent. She was always upbeat, funny and a good friend to me. I too, am saddened by this tragic loss, but glad to have known her.
My prayers and thoughts go out to her family and friends. May G-d grant you strength at this very difficult time. |
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| Leah Myers | Nov 10 2008 09:04 pm |
| I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I was new to the swim team this season and was welcomed by Ms. Sklar and felt encouraged by her to keep with it. She was so patient with everyone and treated all the swimmers equally. She will be greatly missed by the swim team and those at Druid Hills. |
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| Laura Moss | Nov 10 2008 05:20 pm |
| I was deeply saddened this morning when I heard the news that Mrs. Lurie had passed away. I was a student of Mrs. Lurie's over 10 years ago and I have such fond memories of her. She was an amazing teacher who taught me so much, both inside and outside of the classroom. She helped me excel with my writing and always found time for me when I was dealing with other personal issues. She always offered great advice. She could always make me find a way to laugh, even when I failed my driver's test and she announced it to the whole classroom. I can still hear her boisterous laugh. She made me realize that it was all going to be okay and that it wasn't really a big deal in the grand scheme of things. I also had the joy of babysitting her daughter, Emily, a couple of times. Mrs. Lurie was an extraordinary person and I know she will be greatly missed by all those who love her. May you each find peace and comfort in one another and know that so many are thinking of you and sending you strength during this very difficult time. |
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| Carolyn Grimes | Nov 10 2008 04:01 pm |
| It is shock and deep sadness that I have learned today of
Tracey's death. As her colleague at North Atlanta High School, I admired her love for her students and their parents. Her enthusiasm for teaching, as for life in general, was contagious. My eldest daughter, Allison, experienced Tracey's joie-de-vivre first-hand as one of her admiring ninth-grade English students.
My condolences and my prayers are extended to Tracey's family now and in the days to come. |
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| COBB FAMILY | Nov 10 2008 02:47 pm |
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OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE LURIE & SKLAR FAMILY. PLEASE TELL EMILY THAT ARIEL FRANKEL'GRANDPARENTS RENEE & ROY COBB ARE THINKING OF HER AND WILL SEE HER SOON.
WE WISH YOU ALL LONG LIFE6
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| Bill Pruitt | Nov 10 2008 03:01 am |
| Tracey was a wonderful person and a dear friend. She was among the first of the "post college" group. I will never forget that wonderful weekend we all had in Baton Rouge.
Dr. and Mrs. Lurie, Emily, Matthew, and Don: May the memories of her delightful sense of humor sustain you during this time. |
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| Tom & Helen Boyd | Nov 10 2008 02:39 am |
| We are deeply saddened to learn of Tracey's untimely death. She was a dear colleague at North Atlanta High School and a lovely friend--although we had not seen her in awhile. We shall miss her but consider our days as friends precious. May G-d comfort you in your grief and bring to mind many happy memories in the days and weeks to come. |
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| Patti Lewis Morton | Nov 9 2008 08:11 pm |
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My condolences, I wrote a short note in honor of Tracey, whom I loved and adored, I would like to share it with you:
My dear friend Tracey: You have been a part of my life for 23 years. I will never forget when I met you during my first year of law school at the Emory Pool, I looked forward to seeing my “swimming buddy” every day at the pool. Then one day, we discovered that we lived in the same apartment complex, while we were coincidentally both doing laundry. We became friends very quickly. You always emanated joy and love and spread both every where you went. You were a true friend, you even came to my rescue one morning, when I got a flat tire and was stranded in Inman Square. Over the years, I watched you flourish and evolve. You always amazed me at how brave you were to travel abroad by yourself, to countries where you didn’t even speak the language; you made friends wherever you went. I was so proud of you when you went to New York City in pursuit of your education, you met the challenge head on. We saw each other through the ups and downs of life, we matured together and shared many milestones in our lives; our first real jobs, from boyfriends to husbands, then marriage, moving in to our first homes, we saw each other through our pregnancies and the births of our children, and then the growth and development of our children. You loved and cherished your beautiful children, you were a proud, great, and devoted mother. You made a beautiful home for your family and you always welcomed your many friends with warmth in to your home. You pursued your passion to live life with fun, joy, and friendship. I will always remember and appreciate the effort you made to bring your family to Maui to visit me, Cecil, Danielle and Jeremy; it was just like old times and our children loved being with each other too. This made me realize that although we, in fact, lived far apart, I in Hawaii and you in Atlanta, we were never far apart in our hearts. Tracey, you were such a beautiful and special person and I will always be thankful to have met you; you touched the hearts of many, including my own and you will remain in my heart forever. I love you and will think of you always. Tracey, I will miss you, my dear friend. |
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| June Neumark | Nov 9 2008 07:47 pm |
| It is with great sadness that I learned of Tracey's death. She and I were teachers at North Atlanta High School, and we became "related" when my husband's cousin married Don's brother.
I will always recall her enthusiasm and fondness for her students at North Atlanta.
May she rest in peace.
June Neumark |
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| Felicia Gudger | Nov 9 2008 06:19 pm |
| Tracey was an amazing teacher. She had a gift for reaching students and sharing with them her passion for literature. She was my friend. My heart will miss her. My love and blessings to her family and her two children. Please, be at peace now, Tracey...be at peace. I will never forget you. |
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| Cindy Lewyn | Nov 9 2008 06:17 pm |
| I was shocked and saddened to hear of this tragic loss-Tracey has always been so friendly, genuine, lively and caring. My deepest sympathy goes out to her family- she will truly be missed by everyone who knew her. |
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| Jan & Warren Epstein | Nov 9 2008 04:51 pm |
| We are truly saddened to learn of the loss of your lovely daughter and mother of Emily and Matthew, Tracey.
Please know that you are in our thoughts during this most difficult time.
We are unable to be with you at Tracey's funeral, but we send out most sincere and deepest sympathy to all of the family. |
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| Spencer Tondreau | Nov 9 2008 02:34 pm |
| I was shocked to hear of your loss. They called the swim team into the auditorium to notify us of her death, and a silence just fell over the room. They asked if there were any memories, or thoughts we would like to share about our swim coach. I pointed out that she was always more than willing to work with those who were new to swimming, and that it must have taken an amazing amount of patience. She worked with every beginner to get them to a point now where they can honestly contribute to our team. I could never be more grateful for a coach like her. As a team captain, I'm dedicating this season to her, and her efforts at improvement. Again, I'm very sorry about your loss. |
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| Lesly Michals | Nov 9 2008 06:24 am |
| I am so very saddened to hear this news. Tracey and I lived together in Atlanta in 1985 and shared many great times and especially meals together in that one short year. Although I moved to Los Angeles, we remained friends and stayed in touch. She was one of the warmest and most caring people I knew and all those that knew Tracey were better for knowing her. My thoughts are with your family and her children. |
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| Ryan Vinson | Nov 9 2008 04:39 am |
| Mrs.sklar was a great teacher and i will never forget the things she taught our class. |
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| allan romero | Nov 9 2008 04:24 am |
| From the first day in her class, Mrs sklar was one of the best teachers i have ever had.She mixed her love for literature with creative, fun, and lively assignments that made us understand the beauty of literature. Im very sorry for your loss. She's in a better place now. Forever Rest In Peace. Mrs Tracey Sklar. |
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| Jody Steinberg | Nov 8 2008 06:39 pm |
| I still remember the first time Tracey Lurie walked into the Hillel House at Emory almost 20 years ago and began to help me out in the kitchen. She always had such a compassionate heart and a willingness to do things for others -- 150%, and I loved it whenever she came around. Fast forward a few years and we reconnected around the births of our daughters and stayed connected - thanks to Tracey - throughout our stages of motherhood. She often tried to convince me to go back to the classroom, as she relished working with motivated students.
She became an amazing soccer coach to my daughter and many other lucky players, and was a friend to her teams, to her students - to everyone. She had a generous spirit and a kind demeanor that taught us all so much. Both of my daughters, Danielle and Roni, were crazy about her and so saddened to hear of your loss.
We will really miss Tracy, but know that in her short lifetime, she touched so many lives with her heart of gold.
HaMakom yenachem - May G-d comofort and sustain the family among all the mourners for Zion and Jerusalem. |
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| Eden Landow | Nov 8 2008 05:07 pm |
| We are sharing in your grief. Marti felt a link with Mrs. Sklar because we were acquainted with Tracey both at school and synagogue and through a mutual friend, whom Mrs. Sklar coached in soccer. Marti enjoyed getting to know Mrs. Sklar better in the last couple of weeks and loved that Mrs. Sklar was a "swim in the lane with you" kind of coach. May the Almighty comfort you amongst the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. B'shalom, Eden, Rob, Marti & Jay |
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| IrisKnight-Dunn | Nov 8 2008 02:08 pm |
| Our family is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your loved one. Ms. Sklar had become a part of my daughter's life in just a few short weeks of swim practice. Kelly commented to me how much she liked her, and how easy she was to talk to. She will be missed by all the young people's life's she touched.
The Dunn Family |
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| The Bruce Family | Nov 8 2008 12:59 pm |
| Ms. Sklar was quickly becoming an important part of three of my chidren's lives through her teaching and dedication to the swim team. She will be missed
The Bruce Family of DHHS |
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| Cynthia Daniel | Nov 8 2008 04:27 am |
| Tracey was my daughter's swim coach, and she and Eliza shared a love of both theater and swimming. When I met Tracey this Fall, I was so grateful to know she'd be a part of my daughter's experience on the swim team--she was so vibrant and present to us at the first swim team meeting. I am stunned and saddened. I offer my sincere appreciation for her life and brief moment in our lives, to her family and all that loved her. |
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| Laurie Solomon | Nov 7 2008 11:04 pm |
| My heart goes out to the whole family. |
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| Marya Walker | Nov 7 2008 08:32 pm |
| Tracey will be missed at Druid Hills High School. She was always a very positive and energetic force. I am sorry for your loss. |
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