We just heard that your beautiful wife passed away. I still remember Susan’s lovely smile and friendly demeanor. May the love of family and friends and the legacy of fond memories help to comfort you  during this difficult time. We send you our heartfelt condolences. With compassion, Judy and Michael Cohen.

Howard, 

Rochelle and I are so, so sorry for your loss. I can't begin to imagine what you and your family are going through. 

We send our love and sympathy to all of you. May G-d's grace and a lifetime of happy memories help you make it through this horrible time. 

With deepest condolences and respect, 

Doug Freeman

DougAaronFreeman@gmail.com

December 20, 2022

Dear Howard and family,
Johnny and I regret that we allowed distance to interrupt our friendship with you and Susan.  I will always remember her intelligence, spunk, devotion to her family, and caring for the community.  May her memory be a blessing and may your memories be a comfort.

My deepest condolences to your entire family. I have very fond memories of Susan always greeting me with her warm smile and asking about my children. I know my grandmother was so very fond of your family. I know her memory will live on in her beautiful daughters and grandchildren. Sending you all love and many prayers. 

Dear Howard,
Our hearts break for you and your family. We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss.
Peace and Blessings,
Renita and Dieter Heinzl

Dearest Howard
Our deep condolences to you and the family on the passing of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Susan was a woman of extraordinary inner and outer beauty. She accomplished so much in so many ways during her life and her memory will be a continuing blessing. 
With great affection 
Batya Abramson-Goldstein and Yehuda Goldstein 

Dearest Howard and Family,  Am so saddened by  your loss and the loss of one of my oldest and dearest friends Susan.  Although we only spike once in a while, it was like we had never spent time apart.  We go way back to our childhood where we spent many a day together.  We shared so much as friends growing up together and I have so very many fond memories of spending time with Susan, being at her house, spending time with her parents, going shopping together, being with our friends, and I could go on and on.  Please accept my very deep sympathy- she will be missed by so many, including myself.  SharonCohen Ishee

The community of Eden Theological Seminary, where Rabbi Kaplansky has taught courses for over thirty years on the roots of Christianity in Judaism, shares our deepest sorrow and condolences with Rabbi Kaplansky and the family. Susan and Rabbi K were treasured guests of Eden’s annual holiday party, and beloved by faculty, staff, and students. Alumni of the Seminary are sharing their sorrow on our alumni page, and we will gather those to share with Rabbi Kaplansky. Our prayers and love surround the United Hebrew Congregation and Kaplansky family in this time of sadness and remembering. May Susan’s memory remain a bright light and 
blessing. 

Deborah Krause, President 
Eden Theological Seminary 

Dear Howard and family,

We are so sorry to learn of Susan’s passing.  You are all in our prayers, and we wish you peace  during this difficult time.




Howard, I am so sorry for your loss.  My heart is breaking for you and your family.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.  

Howard…I am saddened by the news about Susan. We certainly didn’t know her well, but whenever we met her and spoke with her, Louise and I would remark about how nice she was. I’m so sorry.

Rabbi Kaplansky and family my thoughts and prayer are with you on the loss of your beloved wife and mother. The few times we met she was full of life and interests. Happy memories. 

Sister Janet Crane SSND

Dear Howard. I am so very sorry to hear this.  You know my favorite memory was
When my mom guessed that Susan was pregnant with your first child before you had told anyone,  while she was holding my nephew as an infant!!!😊 My family loved and love you and Susan so very much.  You and your family are in my heart and thoughts.  I love you. 
Nancy


My heartfelt condolences go out to your family on the passing of your beloved Susan.  Please accept my deepest sympathies.  I'm sending you a big group hug.
With Love,
Fran Balk

Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Susan’s untimely passing. She was a lovely, beautiful and accomplished woman. A wonderful role model for her daughters  She will be missed. We are thinking about your family at this sad time.  Susan Grammer

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Susan Kaplansky

October 27, 1944 – December 17, 2022

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