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Miller, Alan 41, of Highland Park, died May 16, 2007, husband of Colleen, father of Jack, Meghan and Ryan, son of Ida (Ed) Miller-Silverman of Northbrook and Carl (Rhoda) Miller of CA, brother of Karen Miller of Evanston, Scott Miller of Chicago and Robert (Yalda) Miller of C.A., grandson of Rose (the late Irving) Miller, of FL and the late Sam and Pearl Rifkin, son-in-law of Vincent and Maureen Scorsone Jr., of Northbrook. Funeral service 2 p.m., Friday, May 18, 2007, at B'nai Torah, 2789 Oak St., Highland Park. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alan Miller B'nai Torah Memorial Fund, Highland Park, IL, 60035. Info: 847-433-7100

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 17, 2007.

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Colleen, Jack, Meghan & Ryan

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Barb Levin

May 11, 2021

We are thinking of Alan and his family today

Steve Rubin

May 21, 2007

To The Miller and Rifkin Families,

We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of Alan. Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you.

Cousins Steve and Carol Rubin

chrissy and eddie gerulat

May 20, 2007

he was a part of our lives for such a brief time...
yet how his life affected so many...
his death takes away a special person...
but leaves a beautiful legacy for his children and for colleen...
and we who are left are blessed in a very special way having had the privilege of his life touching ours

May 19, 2007

The staff and the board of The Art Center express our deepest sympathies to the entire Miller family.

Donna McGuire-Duvall

May 18, 2007

Our prayers are with you and the children in this time of need. love Aunt Donna and family

Bill and Patti Mirza

May 18, 2007

To The Miller Family:
We extend our deepest sympathy to you. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

John Garza

May 18, 2007

To The Miller Family:
Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. Alan was a good man. It was an honor knowing him.

Robyn Rybak

May 18, 2007

Dear Colleen,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Alan was one of the most thoughtful & caring persons I have had the pleasure of knowing. You both felt like family to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

JoAnne, Melanie & Peri Axelrod

May 17, 2007

Colleen, Jack, Meghan, Ryan and the entire Miller family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember Alan's big smile. He brightened the entire neighborhood.

Linda and Sheldon Dim

May 17, 2007

Dear Colleen and Family,
We are very saddened to learn of your loss. We, like so many others have fond memories of Alan. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Sincere condolences.

Kathy Nyberg

May 17, 2007

Dear Colleen and family,
We are remembering you all in our thoughts and prayers as you move through this sad and difficult time. May the warmth of your memories, family and friends bring you comfort and peace now and always.
Kathy and Alec Nyberg

Elizabeth Fitch

May 17, 2007

This was the kindest man.
I am so saddened by this loss and so sad to be remembering him here.
We are all so inspired by this truly loving, kind man.
I have appreciated his influence on my son and my nieces, nephews, and on my sister, sister-in-law, brother, and my immediate family.
I am honored to have known him, and feel that his legacy is that we can always feel comfortable, remembering and honoring who he was, and who he is, in his children, wife and family.
We will all miss him.
Love,
Liz Fitch

Caroline Rhinehart

May 17, 2007

Colleen -
I am so sorry. Know that you are in my family's thoughts and prayers.
Caroline Rhinehart
(from Pittsburgh - Annie Laurie's friend)

Gary, Stacey, Dani, Jake and Jordan Portugal

May 17, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss; Alan will be deeply missed but never forgotten. We are here for you and your family...always.

Phyllis Skurda

May 17, 2007

To the Miller Family:
My deepest condolences to you on the loss of your son,brother,husband and father.

Scott and Beth Mercola

May 17, 2007

Colleen and family,

Our thoughts are with you today and in the days and weeks to come. We will always remember Alan with his big smile and happy face.

Peter & Cheryl Altner

May 17, 2007

Colleen, We are so sorry for your loss. We know that Alan will live on through you and your children. We are praying for all of you.

Fred and Kim Mitchell

May 17, 2007

To Colleen and family; We extend our deepest condolences and pray that Alan's memory will bring you comfort.

Andrew and Elissa Delman

May 17, 2007

A friend and neighbor since grade school. We shared the pleasures of youth and the coming of age experiences. Our hearts, prayers and thoughts go out to you, your family and those that had the honor of knowing Alan

Laura Marks Gallagher

May 17, 2007

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. My thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time.

Robbi Kramer

May 17, 2007

I grew up with the Millers as a kid in Highland Park, and I have such warm memories of Alan and the whole family. I am so sorry to read of your loss. My thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time.

Peggy Bracey, Glen Vista Insurance Agency, 191 Waukegan Rd., #210

May 17, 2007

Coleen,
I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the memories you have bring you comfort, and remember Alan will always be alive in your hearts. If there's anything I can do for you, please let me know.

Barbara Levin

May 17, 2007

Dear Colleen, Jack, Meghan & Ryan,

We are so sorry. I know that in Alan's time on earth he was able to reach out and make a difference in other people's lives. He will be remembered as a good friend and neighbor. We are there for your family!

Barb, Jack & Aaron Levin

Marta, Bruce, Jake and Zack Freud

May 17, 2007

Colleen--We are so sorry to hear the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.

Larry Arnowitz

May 17, 2007

Our family is deeply saddened by this loss. Alan has left a legacy of what we all strive for--a good man, a good husband and a good Dad. He was an bright and important light in the neighborhood. We will miss him.

Enid, Larry Charlie and Ross Arnowitz

Kelly & Anthony Mallon

May 17, 2007

We were very sorry to hear of Alan's passing. You were and will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Know that Alan's spirit will continue on through all of you.

Susan and Ron Bernstein

May 17, 2007

Dear Colleen and family,
We are so sorry for your lose. Alan was such a wonderful and sweet person. We will always remember him with a big smile on his face. Our thoughts are with you today and always.

Amy and Scott Friedenberg

May 17, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories of Alan bring you comfort. Please let us know if we can help you.

Sheri & Steve Foreman

May 17, 2007

Dear Colleen & Family,
Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are by the loss of our loving friend. The good times and wonderful memories we shared will be remembered and cherised always.

Love,

Jay and Ricki Lensink

May 17, 2007

Our hearts go out to you at this time. So very sorry.

HARRIET SIEGEL

May 17, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

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