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…soul of blessed memory continued from page 55 EVELYN HOCHBERG BRANT, 97, of West Hollywood, Calif., formerly of Southfield, passed away peacefully on Nov. 30, 2017. She was born Oct. 30, 1920, to Meyer and Florence Hochberg. She enjoyed buying and selling antiques, loved to knit, and she made fabulous sweaters and afghan blankets for friends and family members. She is survived by her children, Susan Brant of West Hollywood and George Brant ...…
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