Roberta Chernawsky

November 12th, 2025

The enduring strength and conviction and kindness Iincreasingly apparent in her daughter Julie is a testament to Roberta’s love and devotion.

~Morris Goldman
~Daughter’s md, Chicago Il

November 10th, 2025

Roberta was an extraordinary advocate and friend to the NAMI Illinois community. Roberta created connection, joy, and support to so many living with mental health challenges. She inspired all of us with her dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to helping others. NAMI Illinois and the families we serve are deeply grateful for her legacy, and she will be profoundly missed.
Sincerely,

Sara Gray
Executive Director of NAMI Illinois 

~Sara Gray, Executive Director of NAMI Illinois
~NAMI Illinois colleague and advocate, Sugar Grove

November 8th, 2025

I had the honor of co-teaching NAMI’s Family-to-Family program with Roberta and saw how deeply she touched everyone she met. Her warmth, honesty, and tireless advocacy inspired hope and healing in so many families. Through Family-to-Family and Sundays at One, she created a true sense of community and belonging that will live on through the lives she touched.

~Julie Savastio
~, Park Ridge, Illinois

November 8th, 2025

Max and Kirstin, even though I only met your mother a few times, she made an impression on me. After reading her obituary I understand why. She was such a devoted woman to all that she did. I’m so impressed by all that she accomplished in her lifetime. I’m so sorry for your loss. It is very difficult to lose one’s mother. May she rest in peace. Love, Mary Gorecki

~Mary
~Acquaintance, Naperville, IL

November 7th, 2025

We were saddened to learn of Roberta’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Love, Curt & Lynne

~Curt & Lynne Albright
~Friends, Johnston, IA

November 6th, 2025

Roberta was one of a kind person. She was dedicated to her students, friends, and most importantly family. I taught and worked closely with my friend for many years. She loved being a part of our Friday maj group, and really cared about being successful. Roberta always had a nice word to say to anyone she knew. I will always love her and miss her.

~Adrienne Eisenmann
~Dear friend, Buffalo Grove

November 6th, 2025

Baruch Dayan HaEmet.
Mrs. Chernawsky was my teacher years ago at Solomon Schechter, and I still remember her so vividly. She was deeply passionate about education and truly pushed her students to be their best. Hearing of her passing is so sad. She was so very loved.

May her memory be a blessing.

~Sivan Eliasoff
~Former Student, Chicago

November 6th, 2025

Roberta Wonderful mother to a fantastic family

~Bill Czisny
~, Cedarburg WI.