Linda was respected and admired by her colleagues, friends and family.  Her creative and pioneering work as Director of Selfhelp, an independent organization providing the residential and health care needs of the Jewish elderly, has been recognized and greatly appreciated by many.   During her time with Selfhelp, Linda immersed herself in community activities focusing on improving the quality of life of everyone with whom she came in contact. Through her devotion and extraordinary sense of caring, she transformed the institution into a vibrant community where elderly residents would enjoy cultural events such as classical music concerts, take part in educational events such as computer classes and otherwise maintain active and full lives.    She was an outstanding member of Chicago’s Jewish community and she immeasurably improved many people’s lives  under her care.  Her residents viewed Linda not as merely an administrator, but as a cherished member of the family.  

Born in Chicago in 1942, Linda Liss Fine attended Chicago’s public schools before embarking on career in the health care profession.  As a registered nurse, she worked in a variety of hospital and home health care positions.  After work, and while raising three children, she worked tirelessly and attended classes at night, completing her university degree in health care administration.

Linda is survived by her husband, Bernard, son David, daughters Dawn and Dana, sister Hedda, several grandchildren and many relatives across the country.

Linda Liss Fine will be missed by all those whose lives she touched and will be remembered affectionately by her many friends and colleagues.  I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring  an outstanding individual, a loving wife and mother, selfless caretaker and innovative director -- Linda Liss Fine, a woman who brought joy and love into the lives of so many.