Adrienne Omansky

My heartfelt condolences go out to Adrienne's family. I knew Adrienne about 30 years and I am still processing the huge loss. Adrienne welcomed me into her senior acting class though I was not a senior. I was made to feel part of the group. I met Iher mother Ceclia and my dear Ida Engle whom I befriended and helped her get on camera when she fell asleep by nudging her, waking her up and made sure she went on camera. Ida went on to do Holiday Inn commercials. Adrienne got me Danny Hoff as my agent and I sent Ida to him. I did not know Adrienne had created her position through LAUSD. I was a Substitute teacher through LAUSD and went on to teach Improv and On Camera through Beverly Hill Adult School. Adrienne, with her boundless energy inspired me. We became friends and colleagues over the years and were both on the Lights Up at the Geffen and met in person until COVID. We kept in touch. I was blown away by stories at the funeral of the LOVE given and received by Adrienne. I think of Adrienne and boundless energy, always upbeat, never sad anything negative about anyone, an open mind, an open heart. Adrienne loved her work which was helping people realize their talents and dreams. Adrienne loved her family as I heard her brothers and daughters and grand daughters tell their personal memories. Adrienne set her mind to something and accomplished her dreams. She did not give up. Adrienne was a "mover and a shaker" in a very positive way. Because of Adrienne, we have a day designated for Senior Scam Awareness. She did not brag about her accomplishments. Adrienne was all that is good, positive, caring, creative and a remarkable person. She was that bright light that cannot be extinguished. She is someone to aspire to be like as her daughter said. I feel a big hole right now, over the sudden loss of Adrienne in person. I think she was fulfilled. She was happy to be on a cruise. She fell, but came home. Thank goodness she did not have prolonged illness or suffering. The suddenness of this made an easier transition for Adrienne but harder for her loved ones and friends. Our lives have been made richer for knowing Adrienne. I miss you Adrienne! R I P, You loved and were loved.