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Carol J. Chijner

Passed 4/22/2018

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Obituary For Carol J. Chijner

Carol J. Chijner, 90, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Wyngate in Weirton, WV. She was born in New York City to the late Rose & Arthur Jacobs. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Sam Chijner and her brother Bernard H. Jacobs.

Carol graduated as salutatorian of Newtown High School in 1941 and then worked in a theatrical attorney’s office. In 1947, while visiting relatives in Pittsburgh, she met her husband, and in October of 1948 married the late Sam Chijner, who established Simons Furniture. They settled in Steubenville, raised their 3 children and were active members of Congregation B’nai Israel, where Carol served on the Sisterhood board in various positions over many years. She was also active in the SHS Band Parents Association, Pilot Club, and was a charter member of the Academy of Lifelong Learning. She was passionate about her children and grandchildren, and keeping in touch with friends and extended family, which included working on the family tree. Her other loves were classical music, opera, antiques and animals.

She is survived by her two sons Myron P. Chijner of Steubenville and David (Susan) Chijner of Gahanna, OH, and daughter Audrey F. Chijner (Jim Kasper) of Newton, MA. She also leaves her beloved grandchildren Stephanie & Craig Chijner and Jordan & Evan Michelson, extended family including her sister-in-law Annie Myers, many loved nieces, nephews, and cousins, and dear friends.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Wednesday starting at 11 a.m. for visitation prior to the 12 p.m. (noon) service with Rabbi Alex Greenbaum officiating. Following the service will be the burial at B’nai Israel Cemetery, Steubenville, Ohio."

Memorial donations may be directed to Beth El Congregation of South Hills, 1900 Cochran Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Dawna

    Such a lovey lady.  She and her family are in our prayers.Dawna & Mimi McCabe

  • 09/03/2024

    Gail, Bob Clark

    Dear Myron, David, Audrey & the Entire Chijner Family:We send our deepest sympathy to the entire family, love & concern on the passing of your beloved mother, grandmother & friend.  We have many cherished memories of Carol.  Love, Gail/Bob, Columbus, Ohio

  • 09/03/2024

    Michael Denmark

    Myron and family. My deepest sympathies for your loss. Please take care.

  • 09/03/2024

    Karen Teaff

    Dear Audrey,Thinking of you with deepest sympathy.Karen Frantz Teaff

  • 09/03/2024

    Gloria Renda

    My condolences to Carol's family.  She was a vibrant active member in the early days of the Academy of Lifelong Learning and worked with me, also a charter member.  May she rest in peace.

  • 09/03/2024

    Fred & Lisa Kosanovic

    To the Chijner family,So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Your mom was a wonderful lady and dear friend of our mother's.  Frannie thought the world of your mom and dad.  The stories they would share about the early years on main street in Weirton with our dad and the Chicago furniture mart trips were wonderful!Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.  

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