Natalie Share

Natalie Share, 91, of Rockford, IL, passed away Monday, September 20, 2021, at Wesley Willows. Born April 5, 1930, in Philadelphia, PA, the daughter of Samuel and Eve (Feldstein) Patlove. Graduated from Germantown High School and received a diploma in painting, illustration, and jewelry making in 1951 from the Philadelphia Museum School of Art. Married Harvey Aaron Share on June 29, 1952, in Philadelphia and moved to Rockford. While raising three children, she worked as an illustrator for the Rockford Public Schools, and taught jewelry-making classes from home. In later years, as Natalie Share Studios, she created commercial artwork and illustrations for Rockford area industries. Member of Temple Beth-El, where she led the annual art auction fundraiser, as well as Congregation Ohave Sholom. Survivors include son, Paul (Susan) Share; daughters, Judy and Miriam; grandchildren, Ezra, Will, Madeline, Paulette, and Allison. Predeceased by her parents and grandson, Martin.

Burial was at Rockford Hebrew Cemetery, 819 Cottage Grove Ave., Rockford. Arrangements by Delehanty Funeral Home, 401 River Lane, Loves Park, IL.