Lenore Epstein of Sun Prairie WI died at age 92 on August 16th at Riverwalk Senior Living, Waterloo WI, cared for by their staff and Agrace Hospice Care. Born on December 18, 1928 to Lillian (Kosove) and Frank Goldenberg in Landsdowne, PA. Graduate of Adelphi University, Lenore married A James Epstein and settled in Johnstown PA where they raised 3 children. Working as a social worker she moved to Indiana PA. On retirement Lenore relocated to Wisconsin to be close to grandchildren. Lenore enjoyed dogs, reading, swimming and travel. She will be remembered for her cookie making, knitting hats for newborns and the love and care for her family. She is survived by daughter Adrienne (Tom) Evans of Bryant, AR; son Eric (Patsy) Epstein of Reeseville, WI; grandchildren, Jessica (Gary) Hellenbrand of Cambridge, WI; Weston (Alice Smith) Epstein of Fitchburg, WI; Jennifer (Joseph) Alvarez of Grafton, WI; Paulette (Michael McConville) Epstein of Detroit, MI; Tommy (Tori Scott) Evans of Alexander, AR; and great grandchildren, Mallory, Vanessa, Lily, Ben and twins due in December; son-in-law Duane Gilchrist of Johnstown PA; cousin Jean Epstein; and sister-in-law Elaine Goldenberg. She was preceded in death by her parents, ex-husband, brother, Bart Goldenberg and daughter Hope Epstein. In keeping with Lenore’s wishes, there will be no funeral service and cremation will take place. If desired, you may make a donation in Lenore’s name to any public library.
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