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http://www.legacy.com/Atlanta/Obituaries.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=126001128 ANTEBI, Barrie Katz On April 10, 2009, Barrie Katz Antebi, age 42, passed away peacefully at her home in Alpharetta, Georgia, after being diagnosed with metastatic melanoma in November of 2008. Barrie passed in the arms of her husband and children while surrounded by her family and closest friends. Barrie was born on December 28, 1966, to Doris and Dr. Fred Katz, of Atlanta, Georgia. She is survived by her husband of 16 years, Mark Antebi, son Alec, age 12, and daughter Molly, age 9. She is also survived by her parents Doris and Dr. Fred Katz; sister Michelle Penn and brother in-law, Michael Penn, of Alpharetta, Georgia; mother in-law Suzie Antebi; sister in-law and brother in-law Judy and Scott Chyatte; brother in-law Isaac Antebi; and nieces and nephews Craig Chyatte, Eric Chyatte, Jacob Penn, Bryan Penn, Evan Penn, and Allie Penn. Barrie graduated from Lakeside High School in Atlanta, Georgia in 1985 and Boston University in 1989, with a B.A. in Hotel Management. Barrie worked for several years as a catering sales manager at some of Atlanta's most premier hotels, including the Westin Peachtree Plaza, the Hotel Nikko, and the W Hotel. Barrie began her own successful business as one of Atlanta's most respected and sought after wedding and event planners. Barrie was an active member of the Board of Atlanta Israel Bonds, and served on various committees of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. Barrie was also committed to helping strengthen the North Fulton Jewish community through timeless volunteering efforts with Chabad of North Fulton. Barrie was committed to Jewish education for herself and her children, through her active involvement at the Greenfield Hebrew Academy and the Davis Academy. Barrie and Mark shared and experienced 16 years of blissful marriage, full of joy and amazing friendship. Barrie was a loving mother, devoted wife, and beloved friend. Her life gave meaning to the words goodness, love, friendship and family. Barrie took tremendous joy in her relationships with her devoted family and friends. In her personal and professional life, Barrie used these qualities to bring joy and happiness to everybody who knew her. Barrie leaves of legacy of cherished memories and wonderful times to everybody she touched. She will be greatly missed by all. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 12th at 2:00 p.m. at Arlington Cemetery in Sandy Springs, Georgia. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Chabad of North Fulton at 10180 Jones Bridge Rd., Johns Creek, Georgia 30022. Sign on-line guestbook:www.edressler.com. Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999 Guest book www.edressler.com |
