Ilene Zulalian Nusblatt
October 12, 1964 – February 24, 2023.
Ilene Nusblatt of Newtown, PA passed away at her home on February 24, 2023 at the age of 58.
Ilene was born in Boston and raised in Lynnfield, MA, the daughter of Vaughn Charles Zulalian and Betty Sue (Sandy) Zulalian. She went on to study Business Management at Babson College where she met the love of her life, Jay Fredric Nusblatt. On a gloriously sunny day in June, 1989, the two married at an outdoor ceremony along the Delaware River, and for the next 34 years they barely spent a day apart.
Ilene loved animals, particularly elephants and her cats (Flakey, Rafetna, Ferdinand, Annabelle, Babar, Alexander, and Celeste). In November of 1997, she gave birth to Ava Rose – a healthy baby who defied all medical odds when Ilene’s water broke very early on in her pregnancy. Ilene’s bond with Ava became her guiding light and she cherished every moment she spent with her daughter.
Ilene was a good friend to many. They knew that her strength, humor, compassion, and capacity to love made her a one of a kind. She loved dancing to U2, vacationing in Bermuda and Italy, years in Newtown and Yardley, summers on Long Beach Island and cakes at the Holiday Snack Bar. Ilene was a loving sister to Lia Zulalian-Moynihan, and Jay’s two brothers, David (deceased) and Rick, and daughter-in-law to Sandra Nusblatt, who became a second mother to Ilene.
In 2008, Ilene developed scleroderma and battled this relentless disease for the remainder of her life. Ilene lived nine lives and then some.
Ilene is survived by her loving husband, Jay, daughter, Ava, sister, Lia Zulalian-Moynihan (David Moynihan), mother-in-law, Sandra (Fred Bernstein), nephews Adam (Taylor) and Keith (Nicole), sister-in-law, Beth, and brother-in-law, Rick (Steve Hogan).
Funeral services are Monday, February 27th at 11am at Adath Israel Congregation, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. Burial will follow at Ewing Cemetery, Ewing, NJ.
Shiva will be observed at the Nusblatt residence on Monday and Tuesday, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm, minyan at 7:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Delaware Valley chapter of the National Scleroderma Foundation.
Funeral arrangements are by Orland’s Ewing Memorial Chapel. For condolences please visit the obituaries page at OrlandsMemorialChapel.com/ilene-nusblatt
Dear Jay and Ava,
We are so saddened to hear Ilene is gone. We wish you the comfort of your memories of the years you shared together. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Deepest condolences to your family at this most difficult time. May Ilene’s memory be for a blessing
Condolences and our Deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your beloved wife Ilene.
So sorry to hear about your wife’s passing. Our deepest sympathy, and condolences to you, your daughter and family.
Jay & Ava,
I am so sorry to hear of Ilene’s passing. She was such a wonderful, beautiful person. I know the memories that you shared will be comforting to you in the days to come.
Dear Jay, Ava and Sandra,
So sorry to hear of Ilene’s passing. Thinking of you all and wishing you comfort during this difficult time.
Dear Jay & Ava:
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved wife and mother Ilene. May you and your entire family be comforted in your bereavement with fond memories of her.
Sincerely, Jerry & Naomi Neumann
Dear Jay and Ava,
I’m so sorry to hear of Ilene’s passing. She was a wonderful woman whose greatest joys in life were the two of you, and I have no doubt that she will continue to be a guiding light to you both now and in the future. My deepest sympathies to you and your family members at this very difficult time.
Linda Hoard
Dear Jay and Ava,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Ilene.
Lori and David Grodnick
Dear Jay,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your wife Ilene. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter Ava.
Sincerely,
Nick Marsini
My sincere condolences Jay.
Jay and Ava , our deepest condolences for your loss . I really feel for you, unfortunately we now share an unfortunate circumstance in our lives , please reach out to me if I can be a shoulder for you. My family is there for you during this very difficult time.
Gary Salup and Family
Dear Jay and Ava, Michael and I send you our deepest condolences on the passing of Ilene. May the love and caring of your friends and families during this difficult time and may Ilene’s loving memory always be a blessing.
Jay and Ava,
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Sandy and Mike Keller
Jay and Ava,
Our hearts are sad to know of your grief at this time. May you be comforted in knowing she is at peace and that her love for you both will not leave you.
Dear Jay,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for your peace.
Dear Ava and Jay: Jack and I are so sorry for your loss. Ilene was a shining star in our neighborhood. With sympathy, Mary Ann Pidgeon
My buddy…all my best thoughts and love…
My deepest condolences to my Cousin Ilene’s family.
Carol Giffin