Merilyn Abrams

Merilyn Abrams, of Golden Valley, passed away after a long illness on January 9, 2014. Preceded in death by parents, Samuel & Fannie Cohen. Survived by husband, Billy; children, Jerry (Buffy) Abrams, Lisa Abrams (Dale Bluestein); step-grandchildren, Ben, Abbie, Sydney, Ethan and Jillian; brother, Alan (Pat) Cohen; special cousin, Joyce Abramson, and many other loving family & friends. Merilyn was a woman of exceptional strength, determination and grace. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Yvonne Combs of Park Nicollet Home & Hospice and Drs. Bolin & Hanson for their exceptional care during her extended illness. Funeral service MONDAY 12 NOON, TEMPLE ISRAEL, 2324 Emerson Ave. S., Minneapolis. Memorials preferred to Park Nicollet Home & Hospice or donor’s favorite charity. SHIVA at 2624 Princeton Ave. S., St. Louis Park, Mon. & Tues. 7 pm.