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Diane Portman Obituary

Portman, Diane A. (nee Meroff), 76 , stage name, Diane Marsh, beloved wife of Dr. Seymour. Cherished mother of Allison Clark, Robert (Annette) Portman and Chandra Portman. Proud and loving grandmother of Cary, Benjamin, Matthew, Kevin, Rebecca, and Nicole. Devoted daughter of the late Benny Meroff and Florence Gast Services will be private. Memorials in her memory to The Actors' Fund of America 5757 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 400, Los Angeles, California, 90036, would be appreciated. For more information about Diane Portman's fascinating journey from Broadway chorus girl to professional choreographer to creator of dance fashion shows, see www.legacy.com after August 17. Arrangements by: Chicago Jewish Funerals David Jacobson funeral director 847.229.8822 www.cjfinfo.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 17, 2005.

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Adriane Bernstein

October 6, 2005

Dear Portman Family; Your Mom and I shared our Thurs am appts at Renu. I enjoyed hearing the loving stories of her children and grandchildren and all your accomplishments and adventures. She was a lovely woman. Always worrying about her loving husband, work and children...Adriane Bernstein

Jeanne Floyd

September 7, 2005

Dear Rob,



I was sorry to learn of your Mother's passing. On behalf of the staff at ANCC, please accept our deepest expression of sympathy. Take good care.

Carla Funk

August 30, 2005

Dear Rob,



Deepest sympathy from your friends at the Medical Library Association on the loss of your mother. She sounded like an amazing woman.



Sincerely,



Carla Funk

Bert Rose

August 28, 2005

To the Portman/Meroff family,



My name is Bert Rose and I live in Northbrook.

In 1942(just before I was inducted into the army) I was playing piano in Benny Meroff's band. We were playing vaudeville in his "Funzafire" show.



I recently returned from vacation and while catching up on newspapers I happened to see the Diane Portman obituary.



I have been a band leader in Chicago for over 50 years. Benny taught me many things as a young 18 year old that are still with me today.



My thoughts and condolences are with your family at this time.

Laura Saul Edwards

August 23, 2005

Rob,



I was deeply saddened to hear about your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts.



Laura

Tom Hoffman

August 23, 2005

Rob,



I am keeping your mother, you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that her memory will comfort you always and make you smile.

Lucia DiVenere

August 19, 2005

Rob, I'm so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. Lucia

beverly rosen

August 18, 2005

For the Portman Family:I am deeply saddened in your loss. Diane was such a fascinating woman to talk with. She will be missed, especially for me in her aquanastic

aerobic class.

Nancey McCann

August 18, 2005

Rob and family-



So sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.



Nancey McCann

Gordon Wheeler

August 18, 2005

Rob,



My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Gordon

Barbara Marone

August 18, 2005

Rob & Annette:

So sorry to hear about your mother. She must have been an amazing woman and an exciting grandmother to Ben, Matt, and Rebecca. Hope to see you soon.

Barbara

Pat Dougherty

August 18, 2005

Dear Rob and family,



My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your dear mother. I'm sure that you have many fond memories of your mom that will live in you heart forever. You are in my thoughts and prayers.



Pat Dougherty(Moria, Inc.)

Katie Orrico

August 18, 2005

Rob,



I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine what it is like to lose your mother, and you will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.



Katie

Neil Ward

August 17, 2005

Rob - Your many friends at AAO-HNS send our deepest sympathy and condolences. You and your family are in our thoughts.

Eroica D. Jablonka

August 17, 2005

To the Portman Family:



I am deeply saddened by your loss. I hope the loving memories of Diane will keep her forever in your hearts and minds.



My thoughts are with you during your time of mourning.

Gregg Steigmeyer

August 16, 2005

To the Portman Family,

I was saddened to hear of Diane's passing. She was instrumental in my becoming a professional performer as she "discovered" me in the Waa-Mu show. She will be missed. I think of her fondly. My deepest sympathy is with you. Gregg

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