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Harold Kaluzna Obituary


Kaluzna, Harold of Highland Park and Highland Beach, FL. Former owner and driving spirit of Universal Plumbing and Heating Supply and Waterware Luxury Plumbing and Hardware. Treasured husband of Barbara Cohen Kaluzna (nee Hobson) and the late Audrey nee Greenberg, loving father of Larry (Andee), cherished stepfather of Marla (Roger) Landolt, Lynne (Jim) Kirker and David (Lisa) Cohen, adored grandfather of Jeremy, Myles and Carly Kaluzna, Eric Scher, Claudine Landolt, Michael and Jonathan Cohen, beloved brother of Reva (Irving) Hackin, devoted son of the late Ida and Jack, special nephew of Rose Wenger, caring uncle and cousin. His warmth, vitality, and humor will be missed by his family and countless friends. Served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and member of the Highland Park Rotary Club. Service Wednesday, 10 am at B'nai Torah, 2789 Oak St., Highland Park. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions to National Cancer Coalition, 757 St. Charles Ave., Suite 202, New Orleans, LA 70130. Info The Goldman Funeral Group, Irwin Goldman Funeral Director 847-478-1600.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2007.

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Dr. Herbert Lippitz, Orthodontist

May 25, 2022

I remember your family with whom I had the privilege of being Harold´s Orthodontist. My office was in Chicago on Western Av. and you lived in Skokie (?). I remember you and your lovely mom. I have treated 1000´s of patients but there are some who stand out. I know that you have been gone for many years. I found your name in the US Holocaust memorial booklet of the searchers of lost passengers that were missing after the catastrophe of the ship, "St. Louis" during WW II. Since my wife´s untimely death last month I spend some time searching through my memorabilia and the Kaluzna name prodded my memory. Another name, Harlan Abbey, was a schoolmate of mine at Robert Emet School on Madison and Central in the 1930s-40s. I pray that the Kaluzna clan is thriving. Is plumbing still a family business? I wish you well, and you are who I think you are, my blessings for pleasant memories.
H. L.

Hal Weinstein

April 27, 2007

Dear Larry and Andee,
Just came back from out of town and heard about your father. Please accept my deepest sympathy at this difficult time. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Lisa Rosenberg

April 27, 2007

Barbara:

Jeff and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. Harold was always a pleasure to see and talk with. His humor was greatly appreciated and a wonderful way in which we will remember him.

Lisa Rosenberg and Jeff Spector

Rosie Rosenbaum

April 27, 2007

Dear Larry and Andee --
We have warm memories of Harold. Especially his story-telling and his deep laugh! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May his memory be a blessing. Our warm regards,

Rosie, Shimon, Sharon & Karen
(the Rosenbaum/Layani Family)

Elaine Paque

April 26, 2007

Larry,
Jeremy and I were so sorry to hear that you lost your father. His legacy lives on in your beautiful family. We send our love.

Marc Grayson

April 25, 2007

Dear Larry and Andee:
I will never forget that your father came by to "say goodbye". I think it was a couple of months ago. He was happy. How many of us could be so brave? A great smile on his face, as he told me how lucky he was to have so many loved ones in his life. And then he mentioned everyone by name, your mother, your step-mother, your children, and both of you. I tried to tell him he would be fine, but he smiled, with that twinkle in his eye said goodbye - and to be well, in english and yiddish.
Your children were wonderful in recalling their memories of their grandfather, and you should be proud of the respect and love learned in your home. My best wishes to you and your wonderful family for better days, and blessings.
Your dad was a wonderful man, but you know that in so many ways. Seeing all your family friends today...there were tears and laughter, but mostly affection for someone we will all miss.

Fran & Herb Braidman

April 25, 2007

We are so sorry about your loss. He will be missed by all.

Fran & Herb Braidman

Chris Douglas

April 25, 2007

Dear Larry,
I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Barb Fleischer

April 25, 2007

Dear Larry, Andee, Jeremy, Myles and Carly,
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Your dad/Grandpa was a special man who will never be forgotten. He had such warmth, strength, vitality and a great sense of humor and love. He was one of a kind and will be missed. We know he and Larry had a special bond - not just as a father and son, but as best friends too. That is hard to come by so cherish all of your memories and share them often.
Our love to you all.
Barb, Lonny and family

Barbara and Ted Bergey

April 24, 2007

Dearest Barbara and Family
We were saddened to hear from Judy and Nate about Harold passing so soon after we had the privilege of meeting you on the Celebrity Millenium Cruise this past fall.
We have remarked to many friends about the great good fortune we experienced to meet both couples at our table, as well as our new English friends Peggy and Christine.
We do cherish the many interesting conversations and laughter we shared each evening.
As we think back on the discussions of Harold's and Nate's business endeavors, there is no doubt that we will think of Harold and his special pride in Larry's high-end Waterware Luxury Plumbing and Hardware business.
This will be reinforced with every purchase and decision we make as we actively renovate our own bathroom this year.
Our kindest regards go to you.
Thanks for the memories.
Sincerely
Barbara and Ted Bergey

Rebekah Gardiner

April 24, 2007

Dear Larry,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Lennart Caspersen

April 24, 2007

Larry
I unfortunately never had the honor of meeting your father. Please accept our deepest sympathies to you and your family on your loss, from myself the entire staff at Herbeau Creations.

Lee Vickman

April 24, 2007

Our sincere condolences to the family of Harold Kaluzna, our neighbor at the Ravines condominium. We will miss his smiling face.
Claire and Lee Vickman

Jim Tomafsky Mountain Plumbing

April 24, 2007

Dear Larry,
Althought I did not know your father, I heard he was a great man.My condolences to you and your family. Your father now is in a better place.

Harlan Abbey

April 23, 2007

I remember Harold so well from Austin High; great sense of humor, good friend, good gym class basketball teammate, all around nice guy

david weisman

April 23, 2007

Dear Larry,

So sorry to hear about Harold. In the more than 30 years I have known him, he was always very kind, supportive, interesting, hilarious, and regular guy. His positive attitude was infectious. Unfortunately, I'm out of town, but you and he will be in my thoughts.

Dave Weisman

alan bernstein

April 23, 2007

to larry and his family
your loss is a loss to the world. everyone loved your dad and will miss him.

HALLIE CHANDLER

April 23, 2007

TO LARRY AND HIS FAMILY,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO YOU ON THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER. WE HAD JUST MET HIM AT YOUR GRAND OPENING OF THE HIGHLAND PARK STORE; HE MADE A LASTING IMPRESSION.
SINCERELY,
THE McELROY PLUMBING CREW.

Myrna R. Orenstein

April 23, 2007

My condolences to Barbara and family upon the passing of husband Harold.

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