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Nanette P. Babenzien, age 67, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 20, 2018, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville. A native of Brooklyn, Nanette was born on June 2, 1951, to the late Joel and Cecille Kaden. For many years, she was the owner/operator of the family packaging and delivery service started by her parents. On April 11, 1976, in Roslyn Heights, N.Y., she married Eric Babenzien, her husband of over 42 years who survives her. She relocated to the Nashville area in 2014 to be closer to her family.

In addition to her husband, Nanette is survived by her son, Corey Babenzien and daughter, Brooke Babenzien (Charles Pippin); and her grandsons, Alexander Pippin and Tyler Pippen. She is also survived by her sister, Andrea Rubin of Boca Raton.

A graveside service, with Rabbi Arnold Siegel of Jewish Family Services officiating, was held at Beth Israel Memorial Park, Gotha. Arrangements entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 640 Lee Road, Orlando 32810. 407-599-1180.