Lonny F. Jarkesy

Wednesday, December 22, 2021.

Lonny was born in Schweinfurt, Germany on March 17, 1927. She grew up in Germany and survived the perils of World War II. Lonny arrived on the shores of America on Thanksgiving Day, 1946. She first resided in New York City, and later moved to Miami where she met and married her loving husband, Joseph, who preceded her in death in 2016. Joe and Lonny were married for 55 years and enjoyed an exciting and adventurous life, often traveling the world and discovering exotic foods and cultures. Lonny and Joe operated the Shalimar Motel and Steakhouse in Miami, Florida. She was the quintessential hostess, a gourmet cook and avid gardener. She was known for entertaining and hosting fantastic dinner parties, enjoyed by family, friends and even the occasional stranger.

Lonny is survived by her daughters, Jill of Sisters, Oregon and Karen (Michael) of Eagle, Idaho, her grandchildren, Blake, Evan, Alex, Lucas, and Matthew, and her great grandchild, Elias. She is also survived by her stepchildren Arlene, Marilyn, Thomas and George, 7 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022 from 5:00 – 8:00 at the Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home, 4061 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. Burial will take place in Caballero-Rivero Woodlawn North Cemetery, Miami on January 8, 2022.

It can be a great comfort to a grieving person or family to hear that others thought highly of their loved one, too. If you knew and admired Lonny, be sure to let the family know by writing a few words in the "Memory" section of her obituary on the Kraeer - Fairchild Funeral Home website. www.KraeerFairchild.com