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Paul Lutter Obituary

Lutter, Paul A. Age 68, of Chicago, on May 4, 2014. Paul was the beloved son of the late Herbert W. and Lois M. (nee Muller) Lutter; brother of Janet Sperry and Steve (Kathy) Lutter; and uncle of Scott, Lynsey, Jack, and Matt. Paul practiced law at the Chicago office of Bryan Cave LLP, where his focus and expertise was in Trusts and Estates and was well known for his philanthropic support of the LGBT and arts communities. Paul earned his bachelor's degree from Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota, where he graduated magna cum laude and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He went on to earn his J.D. from Yale University. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11th at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., Chicago. Interment private. Per his wishes, memorial contributions may be made to PAWS Chicago (www.pawschicago.org) or The Anti-Cruelty Society (www.anticruelty.org). Info., 773-736-3833 or www.smithcorcoran.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 1, 2014.
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Paul was not just a cousin to me, he was like a best friend in many ways. After high school, our families had to move out to Crystal Lake, IL in 1960, because my father found this beautiful piece of farm land at the corner of Route 31 and Three Oaks Road, later to be valued and sold for millions of dollars. Anyway, my father promised to buy me a horse, Paul already had one. So, we'd come home from school, head to the barn, clean the stalls, brush the horses, and ride, gossiping all along the way. Of course laughter was a big part of this everyday happening. When Paul got his driver's license, his father bought him a turquoise and white Dodge Rambler! What a car---very noticeable, but for me, a ride to and from school, and more gossip and stories. This was our high school days, and only a fraction of the time spent together. I miss him so much. Nancy Lutter Thompson

Nancy Thompson

May 24, 2020

You made the Erni Sisters and their families proud. Well done cousin Paul.
Nancy Wright Strobel, daughter of Joe and Harriet from North Maplewood, Chicago

June 3, 2014

Paul was my first cousin, closest to me by age. We were four months apart. We grew up together and remained close throughout his short life. We shared many happy memories. He was my confidant and very special best friend. I can't believe I won't be hearing his fine sense of witty humor anymore. We made each other laugh for hours. I loved him very much. My life will never be the same without him. Love, Nancy

June 1, 2014

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