Betty S. Sembler

1931 - 2022

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Betty S. Sembler

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1931 - 2022

Pinellas Park, Florida

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“Ambassador Sembler, we were so saddened by the passing of Mrs. Sembler. We will cherish forever the ...”

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Betty S. Sembler Obituary

Name: Funeral service
Start: 2022-02-18T16:00:00
End: 2022-02-18T16:00:00
Location: Temple Beth-El

Sadly, we had to say goodbye to Betty S. Sembler (Pinellas Park, Florida). Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Betty S. Sembler to show support.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Gilbert Schlesinger and Fay Etta Schlesinger; her husband Melvin Sembler; her children, Steve Sembler, Brent Sembler (Debbie), Greg Sembler (Liz) and Diane Sembler Kamins; her grandchildren, Erin Eichenbaum (David), Mark Sembler (Lauren), Stephanie Mariniak (Justin), Madison Sembler (Sam Pitasky), Tayllor Battle (Bruce), Logan Sembler (Alexandra), Preston Sembler, Jacob Sembler, Ezra Sembler, Eve Sembler (Jonathan Mest) and Benjamin Sembler; her great grandchildren, Miriam, Max, Calvin, George, Adeline and Dylan; her brother Victor Schlesinger (Arlene); and her sister-in-law Dodie Krakower.

If you would like to honor Betty's memory, please consider a donation to Drug Free America Foundation, The Florida Holocaust Museum, The Florida Orchestra or Temple Beth-El.

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February 19, 2022

Jennifer & Mark Scott lit a candle

February 19, 2022

Jennifer & Mark Scott sent flowers

“In loving memory of Betty S. Sembler, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

February 19, 2022

Ken and Rita Barry planted 20 trees

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February 19, 2022

Randy & Michelle (Cappelli) Gordon planted 20 trees

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February 19, 2022

Emy Alessandra and Gianluca, Rome, Italy. lit a candle

February 19, 2022

Emy Alessandra and Gianluca, Rome, Italy. sent flowers

“In loving memory of Betty S. Sembler, Sharing in your sorrow. Mrs. Sembler was the kindest most generous womam. She welcomed us into your home and trwated us like family. A huge loss for us. We share your sorrow with love and friendship.”

February 18, 2022

Emilia Immacolata Lucente lit a candle

“Ambassador Sembler, we were so saddened by the passing of Mrs. Sembler. We will cherish forever the hospitality you and Mrs. Sembler gave us inviting us to your house in Florida, spending the entire day together. Our memorable fun breakfast when you came to Rome will be moments we will keep in our hearts forever. We love you very much. May you be comforted by the beautiful years you spent together. What a beautiful and generous woman she was. All our love. Emy, Gianluca and Alessandra. Rome.”

February 17, 2022

Steven Emerson planted 100 trees

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February 17, 2022

Marlene McCord, Michelle Cappelli Gordon and Marcus & Anna McCord planted 100 trees

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February 19, 2022

Senator Victor Crist wrote a sympathy message

“Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this time of sorrow. You, Betty and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Victor and Angela Crist”

February 18, 2022

Gov. Bob Martinez wrote a sympathy message

“Words can't adequately describe what Betty Sembler has achieved in her wondrous life time. She was a great wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was nationally known for her relentless work to curb the use of destructive drugs among all populations, especially the young, through organizations and programs she started, supported and financed.. God Bless Mel and the entire Sembler family at this moment of sorrow. Bob and Mary Jane Martinez”

February 17, 2022

Steven Emerson wrote a sympathy message

“To Mel and all of your children and grandchildren: The English language has yet to come up with words to describe the innumerable qualities that made Betty stand out as one of the most important figures in my life and to tens of thousands of others. In addition to her unparalleled ability to actually change the world in so many ways, Betty was one of the most loving, giving, kind-hearted, and beautiful--both inner and outer--friends I have had the true privilege of knowing. Steve Emerson”

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