Contributions to the tribute of Barbara Perkel Bleemer

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Susan and Joe Rothstein posted a condolence

Friday, November 22, 2024

Dear Jill, Seth, and family, We met Barbara and Art when we first came to Corn Hill Cottages. They were the most welcoming and friendly neighbors. Barbara was on the Board of Trustees when I became chair of the Association. She gave the quiet wisdom, advice, and support that was needed. Always great support! She was the gentlest person I've ever know. I loved knowing her. We will always have her memory with us when we're on the hill and it will always bring a smile. Hope the family is doing well. Peace be with you, Susan and Joe Rothstein

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Sharon Fogel lit a candle

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Your mom was the sweetest……may her memory be a blessing….. Sending you so much love, Sharon Fogel

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Adrienne Rubin lit a candle

Sunday, November 17, 2024

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The family of Barbara Perkel Bleemer uploaded a photo

Friday, November 15, 2024

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Tillie/Teri lit a candle

Friday, November 15, 2024

Been with you all in love and gratitude. Spent time tonight consolidating thoughts to share. Just logged on and had to smile when I read Michael’s beautiful tribute. This is what I wrote prior to reading his. Interesting that it is a shared experience. Barbara Bleemer was like a spring breeze. Gentle and warm. In my youth I would sometimes think of Barbara and Art as my surrogate parents. Their kind hearts were a consistent beacon of light showing how a sweet life could be lived. To you Jill, my oldest and dearest friend, your mom was a lucky woman to have given and received love from a daughter as good as you. Much love to each and every one of you. You are in my heart

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Michael O'Connell Posted Nov 21, 2024 at 10:43 AM

And I'm going to guess that we aren't alone in this feeling! Bobbie and Art gave of themselves in a consistent, reliable manner that allowed so many to feel that "they" were the lucky recipients of special love and attention. Guidance with understanding, empathy and love.

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Michael uploaded photo(s)

Thursday, November 14, 2024

I consider Bobbie as my second mom, and Arthur Darling as my second dad. My own mom and dad were two of their longest and best friends. Together, these four incredible ‘parentals’ taught me, my two sisters and the three “Bleems” how to live lives full of kindness, caring, respect for others, compassion and love. There are too many incredible memories with Bobbie, Art, their kids and my family to even try to choose a favorite. However, this is one of my last really really good ones…. The picture I’ve shared was taken on an August day not too many years ago. After having shown up on a surprise visit, I had just jumped onto Bobbie’s bed at CornHill where she was taking a nap. She awoke with a surprised “oh, Michael!!!”, a phrase I’d heard from her so many times over the past many decades. I remember telling her then how much I loved her. That I’ve always loved her, and that I always would. Thank you, Bob, for all of the love and kindness, wisdom and support that you gave me. I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always. As long as I’m living, your Michael I’ll be!

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Thursday, November 14, 2024

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Thursday, November 14, 2024

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Thursday, November 14, 2024

Barbara Perkel Bleemer

1932 - 2024

Funeral Service

Temple Israel Cemetery

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