Eleanor “Letty” Serkes Schainblatt passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024, at the age of 94.

Beloved wife of the late Julius “Juby” Schainblatt.  Loving mother of Ellen Kortum, Merry Schainblatt and the late Cathy Schainblatt.  Dear sister of the late Kenneth Serkes. Beloved daughter of the late Nathan Serkes and the late Freeda Alpert Serkes.  Dear aunt to Jon, Betsy and Laura and their families.  Beloved cousin to Linda Cohen and friend to many.

Letty attended Soldan High School and Lindenwood College. She was a talented singer and dancer, and later became a teacher of kindergarten and second grade students at Jackson Park School in University City. She is still remembered fondly by her students. 

Letty had a large group of friends and loved to socialize and travel. She had a fantastic sense of humor. Even in her senior living facilities she loved to participate in activities and her smile could brighten anyone’s day.

Graveside service Thursday, July 25, 11:00 a.m. at United Hebrew Cemetery, 7855 Canton Avenue.  In lieu of donations the family asks that you please not vote for Donald Trump.

Rindskopf-Roth Funeral Chapel