This document celebrates the life of Ellin Lieberman and highlights her many contributions to her community over the decades. It describes her childhood on a farm in Connecticut and her family life in Brooklyn and Los Angeles. It details her 40 year career as a pediatrician at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. It also discusses her extensive philanthropic work, especially providing aid after Hurricane Katrina and helping raise money for medical care in Russia. The document outlines her passion for quilting, book club, and advocating for Democratic political causes with her husband Harry by her side throughout.

1. Ellin Lieberman – A Celebration of a Life Serving the Community March 5, 2011 South Pasadena, California

2. The Formative Years

3. It all began a long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away… Brooklyn – 1933.

4. Ellin spent her summers on a farm in Connecticut. In addition to milking cows and tending to her chores, she took good care of her horse, Patches. Warren, Connecticut – 1943

5. Ellin and her family before her cousin’s wedding. Brooklyn, New York – 1947.

6. Harry sweeps Ellin off her feet! September 11, 1960

7. Three shining beacons of light arrived over the years: Deborah, Susan and William. Ok, so maybe they were not angels all the time, but they turned out pretty darn good! Los Angeles – 1968.

8. Three generations of Louria’s. Orange County, California – 1980.

9. The kids and grandkids enjoy another family vacation. Jackson, Wyoming – 2005.

10. The family comes together for Harry’s 75th birthday. Los Angeles – June 2009.

11. The Medical Years 1956 – 1998

12. “The Doctor is In!”

13. Childrens Hospital: Ellin’s home away from home.

14. Ellin and Dr. ShaulMassry at her retirement party. CHLA – April 1998.

15. In 2005, Ellin was deeply moved by the devastation from Hurricane Katrina. So she decided to do something about it.

16. Benefits were held. Donations of money and clothing were collected. And, of course, quilts were made by the pattern-load.

17. Fundraising for Katrina at 1944 Milan Avenue - 2009

18. Ellin’s point man in Louisiana: Dr. Matti Vehaskari, Professor of Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital of New Orleans.

19. Combining art and quilting to help the victims of Katrina. South Pasadena, 2009.

20. From Russia With Love

21. Have kidneys, will travel. Orenburg, Russia – 1995.

22. Ellin helped make it happen over a 10 year period with more than 10 different trips to Russia. (Talk about frequent flyer miles!)

23. Helping to raise money for the Russian-American Medical Project (RAMP). American Team for RAMP

24. Of course, seeing the sights of St. Petersburg, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, was a major side benefit!

25. Quilting On Steroids

29. Ellin marching on behalf of quilts worldwide! 4th of July, 2000

30. Harry was always glad to help out. He’s such a ladies’ man! Benefit committee at work.

31. Erudition, South Pasadena Style Translation: The Book Club comes to Milan Avenue. 1988 – Present.

32. So many books; so little time.

33. Mrs. Lieberman goes to Washington (well, not really).

34. 2003: The Democratic Party Recruits Its Next Star!

35. Working for Democrats on the local and national stage.

36. Recruiting starts at home.

37. House Party for Obama’s campaign. South Pasadena – 2008.

38. If at first you don’t succeed...

39. ….help the guy who didn’t have a shot in hell to win!

40. Ellin & Harry made thousands of phone calls working to make healthcare reform a reality. (And, they now know how to use Skype, too!)

41. And, of course, Harry has been at her side for every step of the wonderful journey.