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Carol Goodman Obituary
Goodman, Carol C. longtime resident of Skokie, after a long illness. Cherished husband of Miriam (nee Gutman), loving and devoted father of Howard (Ellen), Susan (Jim Wessler) and Barbara (Seth) Weinberger; adoring grandpa of his beloved "Chiefs": Danielle, Josh, Ian, Ben, and Mia and of Rachel (Tal) Mazor and Mike Warady; great-grandfather of Logan. Friend and inspiration to many and admired by all. Born in Chicago, Carol graduated Roosevelt High School and attended the University of Illinois until serving in the Army in World War II. After the War, he worked in advertising, becoming an executive at Chicago Display Company. He was an avid reader, tennis player, Northwestern Wildcat Football Fan and life long learner; at 62, he earned a master's degree in political science at Northeastern Illinois University. Services Thursday, 1 p.m. at The Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation, 303 Dodge, Evanston, IL, 60202. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to one of the following would be most appreciated: ACLU of Illinois, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 2300, Chicago, IL, 60601; Palliative Care Center and Hospice of the North Shore, 2821 Central St., Evanston, IL, 60201 or JRC. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals, 847-229-8822, www.cjfinfo.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Carol Goodman
Jeffrey Plaut
August 30, 2004
Dear Barbara, Susan and Howard,
My thoughts are with you and your families. I remember watching your Dad at a picnic and seeing his great pride in his children and grandchildren.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey Plaut
Sondra Lee-Meyers
August 27, 2004
Dear Howard and Ellen,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Having wonderful parents is such a gift, but it makes the loss that much harder to bear. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Love, Sondra
Laura Klein
August 25, 2004
To Howard:
My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. I am so grateful for the friendship that your parents have shared with mine over the years, and send you and your family my best regards.
Laura (Davis) Klein
beth hirschfield
August 19, 2004
dear barb and family,
i think you know how much i loved your dad - his wit, his humor and fight. I often find connections difficult and he truly was an exception. Your dad will always be remembered and admired. i am so sorry for your loss.
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Ellen Feingold
August 18, 2004
Dear Susan and family, All of us at JCHE send you our love and condolences. Thank you for letting us know. Ellen & staff
Dan Meyers
August 18, 2004
What a wonderful, vibrant man. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Burstein
August 18, 2004
Howard and Ellen,
Our thoughts are with you both at this difficult time. All our best.
Kathy and Jon Burstein
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