I was thinking about that time we spent Thanksgiving with you and Barry.  I broke your Lladro Figurine.  It was one of kind and not replaceable(I tried).  You weren't the least bit mad.  I hope  you are free of the pain and suffering.  No one deserves that.  Love you and miss you my friend.

My heart hurts, I just found out today, hadn't heard from Alli-jo lately so went to her Facebook page. Alli and I met about 30 yes ago online, never in person, shared life events, some sad. Shared our children's marriages, first grandbabies, I consider her one of my best friends. She will be dearly missed.

Alli and I knew each other for 50+ years. We met in HS when unbeknownst to us, we were “Yenta’s in training”. We had wonderful talks throughout the years, from joys to sadness. I will miss my very brave, compassionate, beautiful and true friend. Rest now, Alli, you fought valiantly. ❤️

Ali and I go back to jr high, when we all hung out, made it through high school, and gratefully we both ended up in Florida where we were able to reconnect and enjoy conversations and a few visits.
Always a big heart, a great friend, loved her family, and shared many pictures of her beloved grandchildren. 
 You will be missed and loved forever. 

Allison, my darlin’ kindergarten sweetheart:

You were always a beautiful flower, always blossoming in good weather and blossoming in bad weather as well; 
blossoming for the lucky ones that knew you, and blossoming for the ones that you cared for.
Blossoming to the end of your season and now a blossom forever and a day in our hearts and in our memories of you.

It comforts me knowing that you have now been reunited with your one true love, Barry ❤️❤️

For these last sixty years I was always hoping that we would meet each other again somehow.
Now, I’ll ask you to kindly save me a seat in Heaven, dearest friend.

- Russell Aaronson/ New York City

I too went to HS with Alli-Jo but didn’t know her amongst our large class of nearly 1500. We became friends through the ‘Yentas’ . She was the most loving woman, besides being courageous and brave. When life threw her lemons; she made lemonade. An upbeat, strong women whose heart was so big. Her life was her wonderful children and grands. She is finally at peace resting with the love of her life.  Deepest sympathies to the family. 

You’re mom /grandma was my dad’s Angel. She was not only his caretaker, but his friend. Our friendship has grown over the past ten years. She was so proud of each and every one of you. We were looking forward to getting together after the holidays. Her love and laughter will be sorely missed.

I met Alli-jo my sophmore year at FAU when I became close friends with her daughter, Andra. She quickly became my mom-away-from-home, inviting us girls over for dinners and treating us all as if we were her own. I will always treasure the special times we shared.

I never met her, but she was such a comfort for me when I lost my husband. May she Rest In Peace....

very sad to learn of Allison's passing
we were classmates in elementary school PS 188 and I remember her fondly, her exuberance and outgoing manner likely stayed with her forever
may her memory be a blessing and we will not forget her
my condolences to the family and dear friends

Tobey Kaplan
Oakland CA

To Aunt Alli's Family,

Aunt Allison will be dearly missed by so many & we are so very sorry for your loss. 

May her memories fill your hearts with love & comfort thru this most difficult time now & throughout all of your lives.

Her joy & happiness were her Children, Grandbabies & Warren.
She would tell me that Uncle Barry would be so happy, if he could of seen how much his family had grown with the children's mates & all of the grandbabies.

She loved all of you so very much!!!

Much love,
Kim & Efrem Cutler


My deepest condolences to Allison’s family...as one of her adoring “Yentas”, we grieve the loss of our woman of valor and strength..
May she rest in eternal peace, among her loved ones.

I’m one of the “Yentas.”  Even though we went to high school together, I didn’t  know her until Yentas.  I loved to hear her joy when she spoke about her kids and “grands.”  We all now use that word now.  She was just a about the kindest, sweetest, woman I’ve ever met.  I marveled how she remained positive and upbeat through everything that she suffered through.  Last year I got to see her in Florida.  Her memory will always be in my heart.  ❤️

Mark and I are so sorry for your loss. Your mother was one of the most caring individuals we had the honor to know. We met your mom and dad at Lamaze class. I gave birth two weeks early and Matt she had you two weeks late. A wonderful friendship grew with my kids calling her aunt Allison. Even when you moved to Florida we stayed in touched and had the opportunity to visit when possible. She will be sorely missed 

Matt,

Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

Love,

Lindsay and Pete

Alli-Jo was the most loving, caring individual I have known in my lifetime.  She adored her family, children and grandchildren and looked forward to their visits.  Despite illness and hardships she always had a positive attitude and a good word to say to others.  We reconnected through Facebook years after high school.  I have photos of her at my sweet 16 party and remember what a good friend she was.  Alli- may you rest in peace knowing you have brought joy to so many others.  

She was thoughtful and generous and kind. And if she was bitter, she never showed it. She was the very definition of grace. Whatever was going on with her, she would always take the time to listen to you. And really listen. She had a very big heart, and she was very brave. I learned so much from her;  I miss her already. 

I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a good friend and will be so missed by so many

You were like my little Sister as Scott was my closest friend. Wishing You Peace that You Deserve....No More Suffering.  May Your Memory be a Blessing and May You Rest in Peace.
Love
Stuart  (Bro)


We came to Florida for Thanksgiving and we were invited to share the day with Barry and Alli Jo.
It was the best Thanksgiving in my life.  
Alli Jo welcomed me into her home as if she knew me  since kndergarten.  She didn't even get upset when I accidentally broke her Yadro(?) figurine.  She should have let me replace it.
Later on, she hosted my son for week, and the bond they shared lasted his lifetime.  She became his "Aunt Alli" and he would call her when he needed a calming force in his life.  May they both rest in eternal peace, and their memories are a blessing.

What a beautiful person, Mother, Grandmother, and friend. She was my inspiration, and sounding board. So wise, gracious,  and honest. A real mensch.    I will miss her forever.  I love you MLW. ❤️

Ali was a joy to know, and learn from. Although I have known her since childhood from our days at JHS 109, and Martin Van Buren HS, it was only in the last decade that we reconnected through our Facebook Messenger group, the Yentas. Her family meant everything to her, loving and attending to her grandchildren and her pride in all of them,  Ali missed Barry so much, her true love in life. She appreciated Warren and so looked forward to his visits and calls. I will miss Ali’s wisdom and resilience. My deepest condolences to the family. 

As we mourn the loss of an amazing Mother, and the Best Friend anyone could ever ask for we are asked to share a memory.  I first met Allison when Matthew and my daughter exited their pre school class holding hands. Even then Matthew was a little gentlemen, as he walked my daughter to his Mom to introduce them.  Allison and I were friends from that day on. I will miss you deeply my sweet "sis". Rest peacefully at Barry's side. 
In my heart forever, Susan

Ali was like a second Mom to me. She loved fiercely and was always so welcoming. While she will be missed, I cannot stop thinking about the greeting that Barry has given her in heaven. Sending all my love to the family. 

Orly and I are so sorry for your loss. We only met your Mom a few times but could see what a wonderful woman she was. We are sorry we can't be there to share in your grief.

Howard Arenstein (Leah Goldberg's father) and Orly Azoulay

I am sending all of you my love and prayers. Allison was such a wonderful person and she will be deeply missed.
       Rabbi Wolpe 

Darlene and I always cherished Allison and are so sad she is gone. We send our love to the family and hope you know she always has a place in our hearts. 

OBITUARY

Allison-Jo Golden

January 29, 1953 – November 20, 2020

Star of David Memorial Gardens Cemetery & Funeral Chapel

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