Although I only had the pleasure of meeting Shani 11 ½ years ago at the wedding of my niece, Aliza & Elie, it felt as if I knew her much longer. From the moment we met I had always felt a strong connection to Shani. Her warmth and graciousness were qualities that you noticed immediately. Shani’s kindness and caring were evident in everything she did, and every conversation I had with her. Shani was wise beyond her years, and instinctively knew what people needed. After Ayala was born, Shani made sure that Aliza & Elie would feel welcome to stay with Shani & Mendy, until Aliza was ready to return home. Not only did Shani welcome her new granddaughter Ayala, but made sure to tell Mindy & Gershon, Nava, & Chaviva that she wanted them to come as often as they wanted. Mindy A”H passed away 10 years ago, and since that day Shani was Aliza’s “other mother”. Shani gave me the title of “other Savti”. We shared “nachat stories” about Aliza & Elie’s children. I loved seeing Shani enjoy her grandchildren at a family bris, birthday parties & siddur plays. Her life was all about her family, and her love for them. They in turn loved her deeply. It’s hard to imagine a world without Shani’s brightness. I loved her very much, and miss her tremendously.
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