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Sidney Epstein Obituary

Epstein, Sidney Age 92, former Chairman of A. Epstein & Sons; dearly beloved husband of Sondra Berman Epstein (nee Ripes); devoted son of the late Janet and Abraham Epstein; cherished brother of the late Raymond (late Betty) Epstein; loving father of Laurie (friend Jacob Berlinski) Lawton and Donna (late Dr. William) Barrows; dear stepfather of Mary (Dr. Jerry) Kaltman, Ann (Hon. Jed) Rakoff, Adam (Robyn) Berman and Marcy (Joseph) Padorr; adored grandfather of Jennifer (Alex Gallafent) Lawton, Matthew (friend Alle Alvarez) Lawton, Michael (Nicole) Lawton, Sam Barrows, Charlie Barrows, Ted Barrows, Debbie Kaltman, Sharon Kaltman, David Kaltman, Jenna (Eric) Epstein, Alana Rakoff, Keira Rakoff, Joshua Berman, Amanda Berman, Alex Berman, Jacob Padorr, and Jeremy Padorr; proud great-grandfather of Jonah Epstein; treasured uncle to many nieces and nephews. Co-founder of Chicago Youth Centers, former Chairman of the Board at Michael Reese Hospital, Life Trustee of University of Chicago Hospital, former Chairman of the Standard Club of Chicago and Life Trustee of CSO. Sidney was civic leader, philanthropist, friend and mentor to many. Memorial service Monday, 12:00 Noon, at Chicago Sinai Congregation, 15 W. Delaware Place, Chicago, IL. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Chicago Youth Centers, 218 S. Wabash Avenue, Suite 600, Chicago, IL 60604. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group, www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com (847) 478-1600.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 7, 2016.

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After this manner therefore pray ye; Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be the name. Chicago Youth Centers, ABC Pole Bros.

Tanya Staggers

November 10, 2016

I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. The Jordan's Family and my second family U.S. Navy

Anthony Jordan

November 10, 2016

And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know. The Jordan & Cooley Family.

Chetel Jordan

November 10, 2016

In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.

Emma Ellis

November 10, 2016

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.

Austin Shaffer

November 10, 2016

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

Myra Jordan

November 10, 2016

Sidney,

I pray for you with all of my heart! I just want to thank you for being such a great person to me. I will always remember you and all of your many kindness towards me. Thank you for trusting me and beliving in me. You will always be missed.

Margaret Pridgen

May 2, 2016

Dear Sondra and family,

We are so deeply sadden to hear of Sid's passing. He was a great man. You and the entire family have my deepest condolences.

Sheila A. Cunningham

Sheila Cunningham

February 25, 2016

Sondra,

It is with great sorrow that I just learned of Sid's death. My mother passed on February 8, 2016 so by now they are on a tour of heaven together: Sid pointing out the architecture and Mom telling him how she could repurpose the architectural details. God Bless. I will hold you in my prayers.

Wendy Struck

February 22, 2016

Dear Sondra and the Epstein Family,

My deepest condolences on the passing of your dear husband and to the whole family.
I just found out about his passing this morning.

The Richard O. Lober Family has many fond memories of your whole family. Sidney spoke at
my husband Richard's celebration of life
service at the Hinsdale Methodist Church
September 29, 2002.
Sidney always invited me to the "Polish
Mafia" luncheons at the Standard Club each
year. I represented my dear husband who could no longer join us.

Fondly,
Elvira Lober and Family

February 18, 2016

Dear Sondra,
My deepest condolences. He was loved by so many and he will be missed by so many.

Joanna Calzadilla

February 8, 2016

I am grateful for the profesional start his firm gave me back in the late 50's and 60's in the structural engineering and computer fields. I have fond memories of working for his firm back in those days. My deepest condolences go to the family.

Larry Reiss

February 7, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Epstein Family, When I was researching my first book on Chicago synagogues, Sidney went out of his way to get me the original plans for Cong Rofei Zedek synagogue, he was a generous and gracious gentlemen and his generosity was renown, he will be missed, he was a good friend. Robb Packer and Family

Robb Packer

February 6, 2016

Laurie and family:

We are sorry to learn of your loss. May the memories your family has of your father be helpful in getting you all through your grief and beyond.

With sympathy
The Flack Family
Highland Park

February 5, 2016

On behalf of the Hurvitz family we want to express our deepest and most sincere condolences. Our late Father had the highest regard and utmost respect for Sidney. Sidney hosted an annual luncheon for the contemporaries that worked with him and for him at A. Epstein & Sons. My Dad always looked so forward to attending the luncheon and being with Sidney. I had the pleasure and privilege of knowing Sidney from my teenage years through my adulthood. He was truly a great man. Our best thoughts, prayers and wishes are with you at this time.
Bruce L. Hurvitz on behalf of the Hurvitz Family

Bruce Hurvitz

February 5, 2016

Offering my sincere condolence , may your cherished and fond memories be just what you need to help cope as you look to the God of Abraham for comfort .

February 5, 2016

We are so sorry to hear this Sondra. We send our condolences and prayers.

Gerry, Alan and Jutta Field

February 5, 2016

Dear Sondra:

I have many fond memories of working with Sid on CSO matters going back some thirty-five years. We shared a love of orchestral music. He was a splendid man and wonderful friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our condolences to you and the family.

Paul and Mary Ann Judy

February 5, 2016

Dear Sondra and family -

I am thinking of all of you and also about the far-flung circles of people who are better off--so many!--because of Sid's spirit, focused caring and tremendous generosity. He was giving of both his time and treasure, as they say. He was a dedicated, brilliant thinker about bringing resources, friends and associates to the causes he cared for. He will be deeply missed by his nurtured non-profit communities that benefitted so greatly from his kindness and wisdom.

My deepest condolences.

Kate Chappell
Formerly, Chicago Youth Centers

Kathleen Chappell

February 5, 2016

We were so sorry to hear of Sid's passing. He was such a influential mentor to Al and a true friend of the Pomerance family. He will be remembered fondly. Our condolences go out to the family.

Allen, Rita, Fran and Marc Pomerance

Allen Pomerance

February 5, 2016

Dear Sidney Epstein Family,
I am a 87 year old former mechanical contractor who grew up with Sid in the Chicago building industry in the 1950's and 1960's. He was always a decent man with a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face. It was a privilege to be associated with the Epstein family. Please accept my condolences. I am sorry.

Ira M. Plonsker

February 5, 2016

Dear Sondy,

We are thinking of you and know that the love and support of your family and friends will help you through what lies ahead.

Our deepest condolences.

Marlene and Les

Sidney Epstein

February 5, 2016

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