Esther (Slotnick) Baizen, 96, of Peabody passed away peacefully on Jan. 30, 2021 at the Brudnick Center for Living. Formerly of Marblehead, she was the beloved wife of Harvey Baizen. Born, raised, and educated in Everett, she was a graduate of Everett High School class of 1942. She was the loving daughter of the late Harry and Francis (Cohen) Slotnick.
Esther was employed by the U.S. Government and worked as a secretary for the draft board. She was a member of Hadassah and the former Temple Israel of Swampscott.
She loved her family and her extraordinary baked goods were always eagerly anticipated at every function. She was a dedicated and loving wife, a wonderful mom, grandma and great grandma. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Esther is survived by her daughter Diane Benedetti and her husband Ralph, her grandchildren Risa Bierman and her husband Len, Brian Farber, Tracey Mariani and her husband Jamie, Rachel MacIver and her husband Richard; great grandchildren Joshua and David Bierman, Alaina and Justin Farber, Jacob, Hayley and Mackenzie Mariani; her sister Selma Indeck, sister-in-law Francis, niece and nephew Pam and Harvey Indeck and nephew Danny Slotnick and his wife Amy. She was predeceased by her son and daughter-in-law Larry and Lois Baizen and brothers Herbert and Sidney Slotnick.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, private graveside services were held in Everett. Contributions in Esther’s memory may be made to charity of one’s choice. Sharing written remembrances and condolences during this time will be essential in helping the Baizen family reminisce, celebrate and heal. We encourage you to share your memories by visiting www.torffuneralservice.com.
