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eslie Hornberg Stern,
72, passed away on Jan.
9, 2024, in Jerusalem,
Israel.
She was born on Oct.
17, 1951, in Detroit. Leslie
was a loving mother and
grandmother and a kind
and gentle soul who will be
deeply missed by her family
and friends.
Leslie was a gifted artist
who completed tens of
thousands of paintings in
her lifetime with several art
shows around the world.
She worked on all mediums
with periods of different
genres using oils, acrylics,
and watercolors. Her artistic
talent was truly remarkable,
and she found joy and
fulfilment in
expressing
herself through
her artwork.
She was also
an avid reader
and had a funny
sense of humor
that brought laughter to
those around her. Leslie
had a deep love for dogs
and enjoyed spending time
with her loving pets over the
years. She was dedicated to
Holocaust studies, always
seeking to expand her
knowledge on the subject.
Leslie had a dream to live
out her days in the State
of Israel, a place she loved
dearly. She found solace and
inspiration in the rich history
and culture of the country.
Leslie’s love for Israel was a
significant part of her life.
Outside of her work, Leslie
had a variety of hobbies
that brought her joy and
fulfilment. She had a passion
for painting and drawing,
and her artistic talent shone
through in every piece she
created. Leslie also enjoyed
reading, watching movies
and volunteering her time to
teach young children art.
Leslie leaves behind a
legacy of love and creativity.
She is survived by her
daughter and son-in-law,
Leah Stern and Jack Power;
her grandchildren, Jacob,
Jonas and Leonard Power.
She is also survived by her
son and daughter-in-law,
Ellie Stern and Diana Stern;
grandson, Benjamin Stern.
Leslie was preceded in
death by her parents, Renee
and Burton Hornberg; and
her sister, Ronni Feuer. Their
memories will forever be
cherished by those who loved
them.
May Leslie Stern
Hornberg’s memory forever
be a blessing to all who knew
her. She will be remembered
for her artistic talent, her
kind and gentle nature and
her love for her family and
the State of Israel. Her legacy
will live on through her
beautiful artwork and the
love she shared with others.
Baruch Dayan Haemet.
A Legacy of Art
IRA KAUFMAN
OBITUARIES
OF BLESSED MEMORY
Leslie Stern