Neistein, Senator Bernard S. age 87, beloved husband of the late Alice, loving father of Evaly (Chris) Jerome, proud grandfather of Alison, Mason, Chelsea and Harley, dear brother of Ida (the late Sol) Berger, Nettie (the late Dan) Fishman and the late Rose (the late Harry) Barton, fond uncle and great-uncle to many. Funeral Sunday, 10:00 a.m. at The Weinstein Family Services Wilmette Chapel, 111 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette (one block north of Old Orchard). Interment 1st Krinker Cemetery-Jewish Waldheim, Forest Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Sports Lodge Committee to Establish Bernard S. Neistein Memorial Scholarship Fund. Info., 847-256-5700To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Patrick Angelo
October 6, 2003
My deepest sympathy to your family. Bernie was truly loved by all and will be deeply missed.
Patrick Angelo
Lori Lippitz
October 5, 2003
"The Senator" (as he was affectionately known) was not only a musician, but a supporter of music. I will always cherish his kind efforts to support my Junior Klezmer Orchestra, helping our little band of young people to continue these past several years with his encouragement and backing. His sponsorship of an annual "Bagel Brunch" at which my Maxwell Street Klezmer Band played was a highlight of our year: especially when he would come up on the stage, violin in hand, and play the Russian Sherele with the band. He loved music and supported Jewish culture, and I am sure he can be heard fiddling now at the gates of heaven. May his memory be for a blessing--we'll miss you, Senator.
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