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Marian Slotin Obituary


SLOTIN, Marian Entered into eternal rest on the evening of June 14, 2005, Marian Birlant Slotin, wife of Philip H. Slotin. Residence, Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Philip H. Slotin are invited to attend the funeral services of the latter, in Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Temple, Friday, June 17, 2005 at ten-thirty o'clock. Interment, Beth Elohim Cemetery, Huguenin Avenue. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL Thursday between five and seven o'clock. Mrs. Slotin was born February 25, 1932 in Charleston, SC, the daughter of George Charles Birlant and Lillian Marcus Birlant. She was the Owner/Operator of George C. Birlant and Company, Fine Antiques and Gifts. She was a member of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Temple. Mrs. Slotin was a graduate of Ashley Hall and attended The University of Georgia where she was a member of Signa Delta Tau. She was the first woman to join The Kiwanis Club of Charleston, President of Temple Sisterhood, Awarded Woman of The Year by Israel Bonds, J.C.C. Volunteer of the Year, Chairman of Women's Division of Charleston Jewish Federation, National Council of Jewish Women, Hadassah, Past Chairman of Cultural Series at Charleston J.C.C. and financial Secretary for over 20 years and Co-Chairman for over 25 years of the Bereavement Committee Beth Elohim Temple. Marian was a loving wife, grandmother and devoted servant to her varied organizations. She was a selfless individual who know no strangers and was charitable well beyond her means. She loved people-not things. She is survived by her husband of Charleston, SC; two sons: David M. Slotin and his wife Marci of Marietta, GA and Andrew B. Slotin and his wife Tracie of Charleston, SC; six grandchildren: Lane, Avery, George, Isabella, Blake, and Travis. Memorials may be made to Beth Elohim Temple, 90 Hasell Street, Charleston SC 29401 or to The Charleston Jewish Federation, 1645 Raoul Wallenberg, Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jun. 16, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
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kimberly clarke

June 22, 2005

"Kind hearts, like garden flowers, bring grace and beauty to our world." Mrs. Slotin has done that and more as we all know. she will be sorely missed by all those on King Street, including those at the Bakers Cafe'. May you find peace and comfort in the cherished memories of your loved one. always, marti, kimberly, david, and staff at Bakers Cafe'

ANDREA TOWNSEND

June 20, 2005

ALL OF YOU , ESPECIALLY MY GOOD FRIEND DAVID , HAVE BEEN IN MY THOUGHTS ALL WEEK....I REMEMBER HOW ELEGANT AND GRACIOUS YOUR MOTHER WAS...A TRUE GENTEEL LADY IN AN OTHERWISE NOT TOO GENTLE WORLD...I AM SO SAD FOR YOUR LOSS AND REMAIN AVAILABLE TO TALK WHEN YOU FEEL THE NEED.

Sally Spitz-Vinikoff

June 18, 2005

Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Aunt Marion was such a shining star-always happy to see you with a smaile and a hug! She will be missed but her memories will make us all smile!

Joel Hodges

June 18, 2005

To the Slotin Family,

I was so saddened to hear of Mrs. Slotin's passing. From my 25 plus years on King St., it was always a pleasure to see her. Mrs. Slotin was true lady in every sense of the word and respected by many in our community. I especially admired her love for her family. She will truly be missed and my thoughts and prayers are with her husband, Phil, Andy, and family.

Joe & Nina Duane

June 17, 2005

Dear Phil, Andy & David,

We are sorry to learn of Marian's death. We have you in our thoughts and

prayers.

With love,

Joe & Nina

Dr.Sobel Staff

June 17, 2005

The loss of a loved one is never easy. We send our blessings & well wishes to all.

Dr.Sobel, Jane, Julie, Donna, Tammy, Ann, Stephanie, Diana, Alicia, Gwen, Chris

David & LeeAnn Stern

June 17, 2005

To the Slotin Family,

We can't express to you how sorry we are to hear of Marian's passing.

Our biggest regret is that there are so many miles between us at this time that we can't be there to put our arms around you. Phil, after knowing you only a few hours, you fast became our first friend in Charleston. After meeting Marian, Andy, Tracie, George,Izzy, Travis and Blake, you soon became the first FAMILY we had there. We love you all so much and are thinking about you and praying for you all. We will see you all soon- Birlant's will always be our first and most important visit when we come to our second home.

All our love,

David, LeeAnn, Emily and Michael Stern

Stephanie

June 17, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. I work on King street and used to see Mrs. Slotin in the mornings as I walked to work. She always had a smile on her face and said hello to me as she got out of the station wagon and unlocked the store. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Charles Gilinsky

June 17, 2005

Such a sweet lady lost. So sad. My condolances to her family and her community.

Phyllis & Jay Shoob & Family

June 17, 2005

To The Slotin Family,



Please know that we are thinking of you at this very difficult time.

All our love,



Phyllis, Jay, and family

Shelley Berlinsky Spitz

June 17, 2005

Uncle Phil, David, Andy and families,



Thinking of you and Aunt Marian at this time.

Aunt Marian has touched so many lives. Her love has and will continue to be felt within my heart. Memories never fade.

May time heal the pain and know there are many that love you and are unconditionally here for you.



With Much Love,

Shelley-

Jack, Cara and Josh

Olin Williams

June 17, 2005

Our hearts are saddened by the passing of Mrs. Slotin, and we extend sympathy to each of you. Russell Bennett & Olin Williams

Lynn Freudenberg Plait

June 17, 2005

I am so saddened by this turn of events. My heart goes out to Uncle Phil, David and Andy. Aunt Marian, you were the ambassador of unconditional love. You always showed so much happiness and joy when you saw me. You would have thought we were relatives. Well, maybe being my mother's childhood friend is kin to being a relative! Perhaps you are now the angel who blesses little children with wonderful birthday parties with ponies and carousels and showers them with gifts of smocked dresses and dolls. You live on in my heart!

MEL RAUTON

June 17, 2005

To the Slotin Family,



We at Prescription Center will surely miss Marian. We all feel like the Slotins are family. I know Marian is in heaven and feeling well now. Our prayers are with your family.

Madolyn and Ralph Geldbart

June 17, 2005

So very sorry to hear of Marian's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May beautiful memories sustain you at this difficult time.



Fondly,

Madolyn and Ralph

Caroline Mann

June 17, 2005

Dear Phil and Andy. Am shocked to hear of Marians death-I will miss her very much. She was a good friend from the time we were roommates at Ashley Hall. What memories I have of those days. Love to you both. Buzzy

Lester & Joan Schwartz

June 17, 2005

Dear Andy, Phil & david,



We are so sorry and shocked to learn of the death of Marian. We have been in New York City since early Wednesday and will not be back until Sunday. I regret that we will not be able to be with you on Friday morning. We just learned about your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Please accept our sincerest condolences.



Love,



Joan & Lester Schwartz

Anthony &Robyn Heyward

June 16, 2005

Working for the Birlants family has been a blessing for me and my family. Knowing Mrs. Marion Slotin was truly an honor, and a blessing. During my time I spent with her I learned a lot about different characters in the business world. Knowing Mrs. Slotin I must say it was truly enlightening to me. She always kept me on my P&Q's. I know she is in a better place smiling down on us saying everythings ok.



We send much love and blessings from our family to yours.



Anthony & Robyn Heyward

Stanley Hoffman

June 16, 2005

I remember Marian and her family at Beth Elohim many years ago. They welcomed us to the congregation. Marians smile and kindness was apparent for all to see. She and her family are and will always be a Charleston treasure.

My thoughts are with Mr. Slotin his children and the rest of the family, . love,

Stanley Hoffman

Smith Family Cleaners

June 16, 2005

To The Family of Mrs. Slotin,



We are so sorry to hear of Mrs. Slotin's passing. She will be Truly missed by all of us. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.



Employees of Smith Family Cleaners

(Folly Road)

John Wilson

June 16, 2005

Phil,

Nancy and I are thinking of you and the family at this time.

She was one of our favorite people.

John & Nancy Wilson

Evelyn and Hershel Sarasohn

June 16, 2005

Our thoughts are with you. Marian was a special lady and will be missed by many.

Amanda Kennedy-Colie

June 16, 2005

We were so sorry to hear of Marian's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences.

Zenobia White-Hawkins

June 16, 2005

Marian, the only sister my father knew. Thank you for always being there. Rest in piece. We love you.



To David, Andy, Phil and family, my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. With Love, Zenobia

Debbie and Dan Barrett

June 16, 2005

Phil, Andy and David,



So sorry to hear about the passing of Marian. It’s so hard to lose a wife and parent. We hope you’ll carry loving memories of her in your heart always.



Not a day goes by when we don’t think of Debbie's Dad and Dan's parents and all the great things they did and lessons they taught us. We really think our parents live on in us.



Only time moves on to the next scene. Memory remains part of the heart forever.



All our love and support,

Riette and Bob Boxer

June 16, 2005

Was so sorry to hear the news this morning from cousin, Phillip. Am thinking of you .

Alan Banov

June 16, 2005

Phil, My family and I are all saddened by Marian's early passing. She was one of a kind, beautiful inside and out, and a delight to all who knew her. As you know, I have known her all my life since she was my first baby-sitter!

We will really miss Marian! I hope you are comforted by the fact that so many people loved her and will share your grief.

Alan

Ann Kurtzman

June 16, 2005

I am so sorry. Marian was a loving, caring and generous individual. Andy, Chelsea, Roxanne and I will miss her dearly.

Andy Kurtzman

June 16, 2005

Dear Phil, David, and Andy,

I feel like it's the passing of a generation. It'll be strange coming to town and knowing "Aunt" Marian won't be there to visit. She was like a second mother to me and always treated me like a son. She loved all the Kurtzmans and adopted us as her own. All the Thanksgivings together, Sunday school, the beach house at Sullivans Island, the visits to the store with Ann, Chelsea, and Roxy...all these memories come flooding back. May we be comforted by all our happy memories. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know Marian is up there gossiping with Mom and Dad and George and Lillian. Heaven is a richer place. Love to you all.

Andy, Ann, Chelsea and Roxanne

Mary Scott Warren

June 16, 2005

As a teenager, I began to attend the famous Birlant auctions, and continued to do so for many years.It wasn't long before Mrs. Slotin began to greet me personally, both in and out of the shop. She was such a beautiful person, a true lady. Charleston will be a lesser place without her. I send my heart felt regrets.

Liz Baskerville Beahm

June 16, 2005

Will never forget a wonderful visit to Charleston, made even more special by this wonderful woman.

Inez Pinckney

June 16, 2005

To the Slotin Family,



You will continually be in my prayers during your time of bereavment and beyond. It has been a pleasure to have met Ms.Slotin. I am honored that I had the oppurtunity to have met such a wonderful person. May God Bless All of You!!!!! With Love, Inez

Margi Baskerville Nanney

June 15, 2005

Oh my gosh I am in shock.



She was so young!



Her sunshine will be so deeply missed. I know only memories of her smile and the warm friendship I have shared with her son David for so many years...the trips to Charleston from college for the weekend, the dinners around their family table, the brass bed I bought from the lovely Birlant's where she reigned like the Queen she still is. Oh, I am in shock. I can't call this late but David, if you read this tonite, please feel this hug from all of us in Florida who are with you now and love you all so much. May God's grace take you through this terrible time but may He also allow you to soon find peace as you just remember her Glory, her smile...laugh and bold expression as she lead her life for others...Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time of grief.



I love you all, Margi

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