Jessie Lind, wife of the late Cantor Dale Lind, cordially invites you to a celebration of her life. She passed away on Tuesday, December 14th, five days short of her 103rd birthday. Jessie Stemerman was born in Elmira, New York. After her marriage, she traveled with Dale when his singing career included the entire country. They later settled in Chicago where Jessie, a terrific businesswoman, handled the business side of Dale’s Sons of Joshua synagogue and was his partner in wedding and party planning for Dale Lind Enterprises. She was a Lifetime Member of ORT, serving as President many times. She was part of a bridge group that met together for over 50 years. Jessie was a joyous soul, full of optimism, humor and love. She hosted her large family, usually 30-40 people, in her home many times. About the service, she asked us to say, “Sorry we can't serve refreshments!” Jessie is survived by her son Cary (Sandra) Lind, daughter Barbara Clearbridge, granddaughters Cantor Joanna P. Lind (Brantley A. Harris) and Allison A. Lind (Noah L. Blake), and great-granddaughter Mabel A. Harris. The funeral service is Monday, December 20, 2021 at 12:00 pm at Weinstein and Piser Funeral Home, 111 Skokie Boulevard, Wilmette, Illinois. It will be streamed at www.asimplestreaming.com/jlind. Interment Shalom. In lieu of flowers, contributions to
ORT, the ARK, American Cancer Society, or Hearing Health Foundation would be appreciated. For funeral info, 847-256-5700.
