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Arthur Koff Obituary
Arthur K Koff Jr son of Arthur K. Koff MD & Dorothy Hess Koff Friend, husband of the late Norma Koff, uncle of Susan Ernst (Ronald), Alex Koff (Tricia), and Patrick Burke (Teri) passed away on February 2, 2024. Born in Chicago in 1935 he graduated from Dartmouth College and continued his studies at the University of Chicago Executive Program. He began his career at the Chicago Sun-times and went on to work in advertising and consulting. He authored many books & articles and conducted free seminars at the Chicago Public Library for veterans & seniors. He mentored inner city high schoolers and was interviewed regularly as an authority of the challenges of an aging population. Donations should be made to your charity of choice.
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Richard Ridge
July 3, 2024
I´m so sorry to hear of Art´s passing. We spoke in January and he had just been given a clean bill of health - cancer free. I´ll miss Art´s friendship, wisdom and, of course, the games. I remember chasing his Westie who was always stealing our hats and gloves before we left for the game. He was a business mentor but we also shared a love of international travel. RIP may friend.
Danny McCall
March 27, 2024
A most special Friend and valued mentor within my life. He was woven of the wisdom of vast experiences, formidable intellect, unending generosity, uncommon empathy, astute kindness and always, underlying currents of unique humor.
Jennifer Eileen Roberts
February 14, 2024
My condolences to the family. Art is a dear and longtime family friend of Jim and Joanne Roberts. my parents. Will someone please let me know (daughter Jennifer) who is caring for his Westie Brie? I recently spoke to Art in January. And I visited him recently in the summer.
Carl Kutsmode
February 13, 2024
Art was my career mentor who became a dear friend over the last 25 years. His advice guided me through many of my most important career and life related decisions. I will miss his daily emails with articles relevant to things he felt I should be aware of, our weekly dinners, and his unsolicited, but always welcome advice on any situation life presented to me. In the Chicago recruiting industry Art was a legend and pioneer as he helped employers embrace the new age of online recruitment. RIP Mr Koff.
Herb Roskind
February 8, 2024
Alway remember you. Herb&Laura
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