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Howard Feinstein Obituary

Feinstein, Howard A. Beloved husband of Brenda Hansen Feinstein; cherished son of the late Sylvia and the late William Feinstein; loving brother of Bobbe (Jeffrey) Greenberg; dear son-in-law of Marilyn and the late Al Hansen; fond brother-in-law of Teresa (Randy) Ray, Sara Stepanek, Tammy (Rod) Farver and Terry Umbarger; adored uncle of 11; proud great-uncle of 10; true friend to all who experienced his incredible smile. Service Monday 10:00 a.m. at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd. (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Jewish Children and Family Services, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60606, www.jcfs.org. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 3, 2014.
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As the years since Howie's passing go by, my cherished memories of him do not diminish in anyway. I believe anyone who had the privilege of meeting and knowing Howie, will never forget him. Howie was a one of a kind. He always had a smile to greet everyone with and always saw the good side of everyone and everything.
He made the most of life and in so doing shared that with people too.
I was fortunate as I was a friend of Howie's from our senior year in high school, although different ones, until the unfortunate end came.
We were in the same fraternity in colliege and were roommates first in our "frat" house and then in a town house off campus. We shared the college experience in so many great ways. Howie helped me enjoy college life and for sure the many years following too. I always valued our relationship as to me it was special. It was a relationship that not all people experience. If I needed advice of any sort, Howie was my first phone call. We shared so many thoughts about so many things - it was incredible.
We never lost touch as most do as the years pass. Our relationship was deep, and we loved each other.
When Howie met his wonderful wife Brenda, our relationship did not change at all. We "doubled" on their first date together. Brenda was a blessing to Howie, and I might say to all that knew her too. That is still true today. Howie and Brenda were like "peas in a pod" and there is not anything Brenda would not do for Howie. Howie could never have made a better choice for a soulmate. He loved her greatly. She loved him greatly. She showed it in so many ways. Few would understand how much of herself she gave to Howie. I am her friend too and can only thank her for her loving care and tenderness she showed Howie - beyond the pale.
Howie has been in many of my dreams and thoughts during the weeks and days since he left us and always will be. It is literally impossible to explain what a great person he was. He always thought of others first.
We're thinking of you Howie and what you gave to all of us. You will be treasured forever. I know you are thinking of us too.

Gene Schaeffer

Friend

August 15, 2022

Always remembered, never forgotten

Jay weinstein

Friend

July 27, 2020

The time between Howard's passing away and today has grown more distant, but the memories I have of our wonderful relationship have not. Howard was a "one of a kind" in so many ways and I know as not only were we "best" friends, but we lived together throughout our college years. We met before college and were friends or to me - more like brothers until the end. I'll remember "Howie" until my end comes. I can only thank God for having the great, not good, great fortune of meeting "Howie" as he added so much to my life and was always there to listen, to help or to enjoy being with. It is also because of Howie that I met and still call a close friend, his wonderful wife - Brenda.
Howie, I know you are thinking of us now as we are thinking of you. God bless you.

Gene Schaeffer

Friend

July 28, 2019

Brenda, I am sorry about you loss. I just found out about it today. Howard was my first and best supervisor and instructor at the Internal Revenue Service. I met Howard in August, 1972. I will miss his beautiful smile.My business phone # 312-542-0217.

HENRY WEICHMAN

December 5, 2014

Just heard this very sad news when I spoke with cousin David Feinstein today. My condolences to all. Rest in peace cousin Howard.

Jerry Kaplan

August 12, 2014

Dear Brenda, I am so sorry for your loss. Howard was such a special person, so happy and full of life. I'm sure much of that had to do with the fact that he had you in his life. I am thinking of you at this time. Cheryl Dahl (Daryl's sister).

August 9, 2014

Dear Bobbe, Jeffrey, Liz, and Julie, So sorry for your loss. It was always fun hanging out with Howard at family holidays. I loved his humor, he could always make me laugh. I can't think about him and not smile. He never stopped talking about Lizzi and Julie; he was so proud of both of you. I'm thinking about all of you. Much love,
Cheryl Dahl

August 9, 2014

My sincere condolences to Howard's family. He has been very active with The Illinois CPA Society for many years and I worked closely with him for our Annual Meetings. His smile was so contagious! I am so sorry to hear this news.

Wendy Sech

August 5, 2014

I've known Howie since 1st grade. We shared some very special times growing up in a wonderful world. He'll always hold a special place in my heart.

August 4, 2014

We will always remember Howard's smile and how happy he made people by just knowing him. Brenda, we are sorry you have lost your lifetime partner. We send warm thoughts to you.
Love, Nancy & Stuart Murphy

Nancy & Stuart Murphy

August 4, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Bobbe and the family.
Andrea Berk (from Pheasant Creek)

August 4, 2014

Howard- we will all miss you so very much. Love you, your smile and laugh and your genuine interest and kindness towards all of us. So blessed to have had you in our lives. So very sad to see you go. Xoxo Heidi, Bruce, Keaton and Piper Sonen

August 3, 2014

I was friends with Howard years ago and have not seen for some time but I will never forgot his wonderful smile and personality

My condolence goes out to Bobbie and her family

Kayla Levy

August 3, 2014

"Howie" was a gift to the world. From my senior year of high school when we first met, thru college as fraternity brothers and roommates, and until this time - we have been the closest of friends.
As all know, Howie always had a smile for everyone and only thought good things about people and gave of himself to others - always. To "How", the glass was always "half full!".
Adversity never "got him down". Howie shared his soul and heart with me over the years. He added a dimension to my being that I cannot describe. His memory will always be with me.
My heart goes out to Brenda, his loving wife and to his family.
Gene Schaeffer

August 3, 2014

my condolences to your family having moved from chicago, I have not seen Howard for many years, but he was always a bright ray of sunshine and a true gentleman. It was a pleasure and honor knowing him. He will be missed. Larry Zaslavsky

August 3, 2014

I'm so glad that Howard reached out to me and brought back our old friendship. He had great strength and looked reality squarely in the eye. Wonderful smile and true character. We'll all miss him.

Richard Rovnick

August 2, 2014

ps i was susan rice. all my love to his family..i'm so sorry, bobbye

August 2, 2014

i am so very sad. he was my best temple beth israel friend . every so often, i wanted to call him to hear him sing "may the words of my motyh & the meditations of my heart."

August 2, 2014

My condolences to Howard's family. I worked with him for several years. He had a smile that would light up the room when he came in. He will be missed.

Alan Schwartz

August 2, 2014

His infectious smile, how brave he was during his illness, his expertise on financial matters his love for Brenda and his friendship

JAY WEINSTEIN

August 2, 2014

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