I met Wendy my first year at Sunny Shores Sea Camp in Florida in 1997. A camp for kids who had Cystic Fibrosis. We were 14 years old.  We became good friends and stayed in touch. We always looked forward to the next year of seeing each other. After we stopped going to camp we kept in touch by email. Than eventually thur text messages. It breaks my heart to know she past away.  I had no idea it happened until more than 4 months later. Rest in peace Wendy, I will  always miss you and cherish our memories. 

Jennifer Pennington

Wendy was one of the first people I met when I moved to Tallahassee and attended the meeting for Sunday School teachers before the semester began. She was immediately incredibly kind and welcoming to me even though I didn't know anybody, and continued to be so for the rest of the time I knew her. At Rosh Chodesh, I was consistently impressed with the range of creative ideas she had for us to do. They were always a perfect balance of fun, artistic, and educational/spiritual. In addition, seeing Wendy twice a week after Sunday school and Wednesday Hebrew school became a regular part of my week that I always looked forward to. Casually chatting with her about things going on in our lives became routine, and it is something I will sorely miss. Wendy was so involved in the Temple, and I know the loss of her presence at Temple Israel will be felt immensely, but I am also confident the impact she made at Temple and in people's lives will live on. 

When my boyfriend and I were new to Tallahassee, Wendy and Ken invited us into their home, and we made a habit of watching Iowa football games at Buffalo Wild Wings. Her drive to bring people together and create joy and positivity around her was remarkable. She was always giving - organizing Rosh Chodesh events, teaching Israeli dancing, hosting parties for Jewish and not-so-Jewish holidays. She filled her physical and virtual space with beautiful and creative things and helped others do the same, by making foam hamsas, elegant black sculptures from toilet roll holder slices, and other unexpected crafts. She put a lot of time and research into her Rodef Ahavah blog - at a time when many closed in on themselves, her impulse was to work and fight. 

I will miss her greatly. Everyone she left behind should know how much joy they brought her - you made her life.

Wendy was such a joy to be around. She recently started working with me at Ivy Hill Academy and I was so impressed by her work ethic and her willingness to learn and grow. She greeted each new challenge with such grace and optimism and took pride in everything she did. I feel like, though I have known Wendy for 5 years I was just now getting to know her better and I am so heartbroken by this loss. Her memory will always inspire me to look on the bright side of things and to be more patient and accepting with others and myself. She will be remembered. 

Wendy and I were co-vice president of Temple Israel Sisterhood, thru her Rosh-Chodesh Program I learn more about the role of women in Judaism.  We also go to Zumba together and she really love it.  I am so sad to hear about her passing. I love this woman so much. You might not be here but you are always in my heart. 

Wendy's Rosh Chodesh meetings were always a delight. I remember her Tu B'Shavat salad with different types of Israeli fruit. She was such a creative person and an inspiration to us all.

Wendy was a caring and giving member at Temple Israel, a devoted Sunday School teacher and a leader in Sisterhood with Rosh Chodesh.  I remember most fondly the many times she  led us in the freedom of dance. 

“Faith is the bird that feels the light
... and sings when the dawn is still dark”
                                                 Rabendranath Tagore

Dear Bonita and Mitch:
     With memories of beautiful and happy moments by the lake, and Wendy, the young, sweet, blue eyed girl who showed us what strength, courage and will are.
     We share your sorrow.  With love,
                              Lon, Viqui, Christopher and Andrew

I will always remember Wendy as the incredible photographer who captured moments that I'm sure will be memories for her family which will last a lifetime.  You were loved by many and will be missed.  To Bonita and Mitch, May all your fondest memories sustain you and know that she is at peace and free of any pain.  To Ken, Your love and support to Wendy was second to none.  You have such a gift of patience, love, and support to all and I wish you nothing but the best in life going forward.  Love you Ken and God Bless.

I am a member of Temple Israel and a member of Sisterhood, where I met Wendy.  I am thankful and grateful to have known her.  Her smile, laughter, and creativity captivated me right away.  She has touched so many lives in various ways, and her positivity is inspiring to all of us.  She will be missed by everyone who knew her, but her memory will last in our thoughts and hearts forever.  Our prayers and condolences are with her family and friends, during this difficult time.  

We were all very saddened to hear of Wendy's passing.  She was always a bright shining star, bubbly, cute and adorable, and smart.    Now, she will be that bright shining star above.    She left this world too soon, but, there must have been a good reason.   She will be missed.   Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone....the Abrams family and the Freidman family

Ken:
May your fond memories of Wendy bring you comfort during this sad time.  My heart and prayers go out to you and your family and I pray that God’s peace and comfort will sustain you in the difficult days ahead.  I consider it an honor to have known your Wendy as she was always so kind and so friendly to everyone!  Please know your NWFWMD family is here for you!
God Bless,
Elaine


Dear Ken and family,

It is with great sadness I learned of Wendy's passing.  My heart goes out to you and your family.

Wendy was an important part of the Woodland Hall Academy family.  Without her I know of two young boys who would not have broken the reading code.  She touched many other of our students minds and hearts.

Wendy always went the extra mile for both students and staff.  I so appreciated her efforts and her smile.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days.

Robyn A. Rennick

Kathie Friedman and Family,

You are in my constant thoughts and prayers.  Praying for a peace and comfort that surpasses all understanding.  Know that you are dearly loved.

Love,
Rebekah Fagiani

Dear Ken, Mr & Mrs Abrams and family;

First, I am very sorry to learn of your loss of such a very special soul.

Although I just recently met Wendy, I was impressed with her kindness to me and to learn she could read upside down was quite a talent!

She's greatly missed.

Dear Mrs. Kathie Friedman and Family,
Sending strength and courage from your Imagine Broward Family.
We look forward to welcoming you home with open arms.

Love,
Imagine Broward

Kathie,

Sending you and your family my deepest love, strength, and sympathy. Wishing you peace to bring comfort and courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

Love and hugs,

Mars

Dear Ken, family, Mr. & Mrs. Abrams:
My name is Donna Rubinger. I am the mother of Jamie Levy. I am so very sorry to hear about Wendy. She was my daughter's best friend. Wendy and Jamie met in college and became very close friends. I don't know if Jamie would have made it through college without Wendy. There were so many occasions that Wendy was there to help Jamie; she was always so supportive. On the occasions that I met Wendy, she was always so lovely, positive and sweet. She was such a good friend to Jamie. I feel my daughter is so blessed to have had such a good friend in Wendy. She will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathies to all of you on your loss of a wonderful, sweet soul. 

Wendy said “Yes!” to living life. She introduced me to countless new art forms. She was the kind of person who would make a special trip to see unusual flowers when they were in bloom (literally true). She expressed love openly. She had a twinkle in her eye. She loved to laugh. She was driven by the ethos of tikkun olam.

Thank you for dressing in a goofy leopard pajama suit when I was a giraffe. Thank you for helping me to be reflective and connect with others through Rosh Chodesh. Thank you for respecting my opinions even when you thought they were a little bit odd. Thank you for coming into my life when I was new in town. Thank you for your combination of sincerity and whimsy. I am different, stronger, and more alive in spirit because of knowing you. Your time was beautiful, and you have given us new ways to think and to see. May your memory be a blessing.

OBITUARIO

Wendy Abrams Friedman

30 septiembre, 1982 – 20 abril, 2019

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