Sylvia Permuter, August 5, 2024; Born December 24, 1922, in Brighton Beach, NY.
Beloved wife of the late Robert Permuter (1997) for 55 years. Dear mother of Lawrence (Darlene) Permuter, David (Ruthie) Permuter and Leslie (Mark) Brownstein. Loving grandmother of Rachel (Jay) Closson, Michael Brownstein, Sara (Jason) Brownstein, Laura Permuter and Daniel Permuter. Proud great-grandmother to Grace, Gavin, Asher, Sylvia and Ruby Closson, Alex Nguyen and Rocco Salvatierra. Dear sister of the late Mel Cotlar. Beloved daughter of the late Solomon and Sonia Cotlar. Dear aunt, cousin and friend to many.
Sylvia’s family moved to St. Louis when she was 11 years old. In her younger years, she was very active in volunteer work with Na’amat and she enjoyed participating in activities at her congregation, Shaare Emeth. She had a deep love for animals, and always gave what she could to the Humane Society.
Sylvia had a vigor and zest for life. She believed resting was a waste of time. She was always on the move, and a fast walker! Sylvia also took great pride in her wardrobe and many pieces of costume jewelry. She was one of a kind. Sylvia was always interested in current events and politics. She loved popcorn and grapes in bed, Chinese food, true crime, travel, knitting and mahjong. You would always catch her with a book in hand, participating in book club, right up to her end of life.
Sylvia loved nothing more than when the whole family was together. She adored and spoiled her grandkids, and her great-grandchildren brought her much joy and purpose in her later years. Although most frugal with herself, Sylvia was the most generous giver of time, love, and money, and a wonderful listener. We will miss her so much.
Graveside service Wednesday, August 7, 10:00am at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery, 650 White Road. Contributions in Sylvia’s memory may be made to Na’amat USA, 6505 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 635, Los Angeles, CA 90048 or to the Humane Society of Missouri, 1201 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110.
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