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Erwin Glass Obituary

Glass, Erwin B. Age 91, beloved husband of Barbara, nee Ender for 38 years (and the late Claire Palmer); adored son of the late Arthur and Doris Glass; loving father of Celeste and Carter Glass; cherished brother of Gloria (Irving Epstein) and Wilma (Kenny Winston). Erwin's businesses included Steel along with the famous Faces, Juke Box Saturday Night and Rodeo clubs. Erwin loved life and made every day a party. Perhaps one of his biggest joys and surprises later in life, after his marriage to Barbara, was the birth of his first son Carter. One of his many pleasures was his frequent visits to Paris with Barbara where he truly enjoyed friends and savored wine and food. Never a food snob, Erwin loved everything from a good hot dog to foie gras. Erwin always called his beautiful Barbara, his "sweetheart". Few women were loved and cherished like his beloved Barbara; indeed, she was his true soulmate who he forever cherished. Giving back was important which included coaching teen basketball in Evanston during his son's youth. Erwin was an outstanding athlete in his own youth, playing basketball, swimming and playing bridge for over 50 years. Erwin lived life to the fullest and will truly be missed. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, March 28th at Emanuel Congregation, 5959 Sheridan Rd, Chgo. 60660 at 4:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to CJE Senior Life, 3003 W. Touhy, Chgo, IL 60645. For more details call 773.774.3333, Susan Winkelstein.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 27, 2012.

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Seymour's colleague

February 20, 2025

Funny obit since Barb only married the old man for his money. She had a GREAT dad, but learned being superficial from her mom.

Lisa Rene Glass Rosenkoetter

January 15, 2018

Dear Erwin, You were a wonderful step father to me. You will be missed. Thank you for my Hebrew education you provided.

Diana Levin

March 28, 2012

Barbara,

I am truly sad about Erwin's passing. My condolences to you and Carter.

Marcie Harrison

March 27, 2012

Barbara:

My deepest sympathy on Erwin's passing.

Phoebe Tree

March 27, 2012

It is a sad day to know that Erwin is no longer with us, however, he will be remembered with fondness. My condolences to Barbara and Carter.

Rich & Gail Miles

March 27, 2012

Erwin was an icon in many circles. A man who loved and lived and cared. He will always live within me and I am truely grateful that God put him in our lives.

March 27, 2012

Our sincere condolences. Uncle Erwin will be missed.

Lori (Epstein) Kleinschmidt & family

Keith Winston

March 27, 2012

Deepest condolences to Barbara,Celeste, and Carter from our entire family. I wll always remember Erwin "living life"...As it should be!

Keith Winston

Renee Dulkin

March 27, 2012

Dear Barbara and family: Please accept my condolences. Having known you for more than 30 years, I can understand why Erwin called you his "sweetheart."
Every time I saw you, you were always cordial and smiling. We met though our kids when they (and we) were young.
May Erwin's memory give you and yours strength and inspiration.

Kathy Winston Tuchman

March 27, 2012

My sincerest condolences on the passing of Uncle Erwin. He was a prince of a man!

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