Marlene Szapiro Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Marlene Szapiro of Pikesville, Maryland, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 5, 2024 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marlene Szapiro to pay them a last tribute.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Marlene leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Marlene may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her son Steven Szapiro; her brother Eli Pateka; her cousin Sylvia Elhai; and her parents, Anna Pateka and Isador Pateka.

She is survived by: her son Jay Szapiro; and her cousins, Izzy Patoka, Alvin Schuster, Paula Schuster and Berly Hershkovitz.

Please omit flowers. Contributions in her memory may be sent to Friends of the IDF, online at FIDF.org.