Natalie Gail Fischman Obituary (1935 - 2022)

Age 87, of St. Louis Park, MN, died comfortably on June 18, 2022, after a period of declining health. Preceded in death by son, Daniel; parents, Betty and Samuel Lavine; brother, Ronald Lavine; and former husband, Kenneth Fischman. Survived by children, Joey and Tracy (Paul Gore); grandchildren, Talia and Jacob; sisters, Susan Goldman and Judy Eiserman (Michael); special friend, Jerry Greenberg; many nieces and nephews; and several dear friends, including but fortunately not limited to Mimi Gleekel and Marjorie Goodman. Natalie graduated from the University of MN. She was known for her stylish ways and long-lasting friendships. Natalie was a devoted parent, grandparent, and a trusted confidante to many close friends and family members. Natalie loved to chat it up with friends over a game of cards, golf, or with those she just met at a café. She was great with customers over her many years as a make-up artist - working as a freelancer and for lines such as Lancôme and Prescriptives. Many would often ask Natalie about how to wear their makeup. She had a keen eye for photography, a hobby she wished she had continued later in life, and she could make a mean pickle. She volunteered for several nonprofits and supported a variety of progressive issues. Natalie experienced life’s ups and downs – things weren’t always smooth for her. The death of her son, Danny was the most unimaginable loss, and it was her relationships with family, close friends, and long-time special friend, Jerry that helped her walk through the grief. Family wishes to thank the caring teams at Sholom Home East (SHE), SHE Hospice, and Roitenberg Assisted Living for their support, especially in her final days. Funeral service 1:30 PM on THURSDAY, June 23rd, at TEMPLE ISRAEL, 2323 Fremont Ave. S., Mpls. Funeral available via zoom, email zoom1@hodroffepstein.com for link. Memorials preferred to Planned Parenthood North Central States or a nonprofit of the donor’s choice. SHIVA 7:00 PM on Thursday at Temple Israel. Masks required in-person.