Bobby Zarin passed away on Saturday at the age of 71 after a long battle with thyroid cancer that began in 2009.
And on Monday his 54-year-old widow Jill Zarin of The Real Housewives Of New York fame was spotted heading into his funeral at the Riverside Memorial Chapel in New York City with daughter, Allyson Shapiro.
And though they used to have a bitter feud, Jill’s RHONY co-star Bethenny Frankel was also seen at the funeral along with Marla Maples, Patti Stanger of Million Dollar Matchmaker fame, Dorinda and Aviva Dresher with her husband Reid H Drescher.
Sad goodbye: Bobby Zarin passed away on Saturday at the age of 71 after a long battle with thyroid cancer and on Monday his widow Jill Zarin of The Real Housewives Of New York fame was spotted heading into his funeral
Her team: The New York native had family and friends follow her into the service
Her support system: Here the Bravo favorite was surrounded by her loved ones
The reality TV fixture wore a long black coat over a black dress with tights and pointy black patent leather heels.
Jill also had on sunglasses and black leather gloves as she carried a large silver purse. Her long red hair was worn down.
The star was seen on the sidewalk as she waited for her daughter to come out of a large SUV along with other family members.
In step: Bethenny Frankel, Jill’s RHONY co-star, added a hat and high-heeled boots
Back story: It was a surprise to see Frankel there as she has not had the best relationship with Jill in the past. The two had often sparred on the reality TV series with Bethenny telling Jill to ‘get a hobby.’ Later, Frankel said she thought Jill told other cast members not to film with her because she had gotten a spinoff
It was a surprise to see Frankel there as she has not had the best relationship with Jill in the past.
The two had often sparred on the reality TV series with Bethenny telling Jill to ‘get a hobby.’ Later, Frankel said she thought Jill told other cast members not to film with her because she had gotten a spinoff.
On Sunday there were hints the feud had ended as Frankel tweeted: “‘Here’s to those who wish us well. All the rest can go to hell.’ One of Bobby Zarin’s favorites,’ said the Skinnygirl founder.
The details: The star wore all black, carrying a silver purse as she headed into the Riverside Memorial Chapel in New York City
A quick glance: The reality TV wonder wore her hair down and had on dark sunglasses
Another Real Housewives Of New York co-star who was also in attendance at the funeral was former cast member Kelly Bensimon who seemed to bring her daughter.
She wore a black winter coat over a black mini dress with dark tights and blue flats.
Aviva Dresher came to the service with husband Reid H Drescher.
Dorinda Medley, also a member of RHONY, was dressed for the cold in a fur coat.
And it appeared as if Tinsley Mortimer was also there. She looked fashionable in a black and white coat with sky-high black boots and an embroidered purse.
Another co-star: Former model Kelly Bensimon wore blue flats with all black
Head down, straight ahead: The former model used to be married to Elle magazine photographer Gilles Bensimon
More friends: Aviva Dresher came to the service with husband Reid H Drescher
Wrapped in fur: Dorinda Medley, also a member of RHONY, was dressed for the cold
Dressed to impress: A blonde beauty who resembled RHONY cast member Tinsley Mortimer wore a fashionable white and black coat
Trump’s ex Maples was one of the few who didn’t wear black; instead she had on a lilac colored coat with grey boots. Also there was Trump’s lawyer Michael Cohen.
Jill shared the news of the passing of her husband on social media with a heartfelt message.
‘With the heaviest of hearts, we are devastated to share the news that our beloved Bobby Zarin passed away peacefully today surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer,’ the family said in a statement.
‘There are no words to describe how heartbroken we are. Thank you, everyone for all your love, and support during this difficult time.’
She made the funeral too: Patti Stanger of Million Dollar Matchmaker fame came in high-heel boots and a puffy jacket
The ex: Donald Trumps’ ex-wife Marla Maples had on a lilac colored coat with grey boots
Time out for a friend: Trump’s lawyer Michael Cohen also made the scene
Delivery: A very large floral bouquet was brought into the service along with a stand
The hearse: A long black hearse was seen in the driveway along with another one on the street
Bobby was first diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2009.
He had his thyroid removed as well as undergoing radioactive iodine treatment shortly thereafter, which all hoped would cure the fabric sales mogul.
He explained to People at the time ‘the radioactive iodine usually kills off whatever undetectable cancer cells are left in your body after surgery. We thought it was cured – and it usually is in about 93 percent of cases. But I wasn’t able to absorb the radioactive iodine. So it came back.’
Sad news: Bobby was first diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2009 (couple and daughter Ally pictured in July 2009)
‘Heartbroken’: Jill and Bobby are seen here in 2014 in Las Vegas
Unfortunately things then took a turn for the worse for Bobby, and Jill revealed in the autumn of 2016 the cancer had spread to his lungs and eventually even his brain in the form of a tumor.
After undergoing advanced brain surgery, the family was still hopeful that his recovery was imminent.
‘He is not going down without a fight,’ Jill proclaimed at the time to People, ‘we’re hoping for a miracle.’
Jill remained by his bedside while treatment continued, and never let is condition get her down about their relationship.
‘He is the most loving and caring person I have ever known besides my father,’ she told the publication, before lamenting ‘sometimes life just isn’t fair.’
Another setback: Unfortunately things then took a turn for the worse for Bobby, and Jill revealed in the autumn of 2016 the cancer had spread to his lungs and eventually even his brain in the form of a tumor (couple pictured in October 2016)
‘We have such a great love story,’ she added ‘he is the love of my life and I will do everything in my power to heal and care for him.’
Last Thursday, on January 4, Jill posted a sweet photo of the couple looking longingly at one another along with a very gushy caption ‘Happy 18th! Anniversary to the love of my life Bobby Zarin.
‘Bobby is the most perfect man I know. He never loses anything, never forgets anything and when I think he is wrong… he is always right!’
She followed that post up with another soon after that may have been a bit more solemn.
The image was actually a collage of images of the duo, with the caption ‘Happy Anniversary to my Bobby Zarin .. a lifetime of memories…’
Bobby ran Zarin Fabrics, which was originally founded by his father in New York City in 1936.
He is survived by his three children Jonathan, David and Jennifer, as well as step daughter Allyson, who is Jill’s daughter.
Sweet: The last post was actually a collage of images of the duo, with the caption ‘Happy Anniversary to my Bobby Zarin .. a lifetime of memories…’