(Chicago Tribune  December 5, 2010)

Susan Avruch Harris

Susan Harris, nee Avruch, of Deerfield, her caring spirit, positive outlook, energy for life, contagious smile and fun-loving personality will forever be in our hearts.

Loving mother and best friend of Jessica Lynn Harris and Samantha Reed Harris; devoted daughter of the late Saul and Esther Avruch (Holocaust survivors); cherished sister of Steve (Judy) Avrick; treasured aunt of Emily, Livvie and Ryan; former spouse of Richard Harris; beloved niece of Marsha (Jeff) Langston.

Sue was adored by all and will be dearly missed.

Service Monday, 10 a.m. at The Chapel, 195 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove (1 blk N. of Lake Cook Rd.). Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, c/o Jessica Harris, 42 Larkdale East, Deerfield, IL 60015.

(© 2010 Chicago Tribune)