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Jill Steffany Glasband

February 2, 1944 - May 26, 2022

Services Date May 29, 2022

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Jill Ross Glasband was an extraordinary mother, sister, associate and friend to many. She passed away at home on May 26, 2022 at the age of 78.

She was born to Jan and Cecilia Ross on February 2, 1944. In 1967, she married Richard Glasband and together they had Richard, Jr. and Daniel.

Jill’s infectious smile, positive attitude and cheerful disposition made her a pleasure to be around. She loved to laugh and kibbutz with her wide circle of friends, enjoyed a good glass of wine and trying new restaurants. Jill cherished theatre and early morning walks at the Hollywood Reservoir. Her retirement calendar was packed with social events, outings, and adventures.

Jill was an icon in the mortuary and funeral industry dedicating over 40 years to the profession. She was widely recognized for her kind, compassionate and tactful approach to working with families during this very difficult time.

Among Jill’s accomplishments was serving as President of the Los Angeles Funeral
Directors Association and serving is the first woman President of the Jewish Funeral
Directors Association. She gave lectures on Jewish funerals (Jewish Funerals 101)
to hospice nurses, the Hebrew Union College Jewish Institute of religion, (Rabbincal Students) Creating mock funerals from choosing the casket to a chapel service and graveside for Sunday school children. She Lectured at Cypress College, Temple Israel of Hollywood religious school, Temple of Long Beach religious school, Temple Menorah and Rose Hills Memorial Park. Presentations for JACANA Jewish Cemetery Association of North America, multiple presentations for IKA and the Orange County Funeral Directors Association. Jill lead Mother’s Day and Father’s Day remembrance services, Yom hashoa, and memorial Day Remembrance services highlighting women in the armed forces. She panze organized and lead book burials in Hillside’s Geniza for any synagogue, private party, religious school or religious event.

Jill’s funeral service is scheduled for 2pm May 29, 2022 at Hillside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you donate to your preferred charity in her honor.