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Hy Zaslavsky Obituary

Zaslavsky, Hy Beloved husband and best friend of Eleanor, nee Greenberg, for 70 years. Dear father of Larry (Sheree), Michael (Jeri) and Dennis (Geena) and the late Cheryl Pamela Zaslavsky. Devoted grandfather of Margo (Matthew) Litwin, David (Kristin) Zaslavsky, Stacy (Jonathan) Merel, Marc (Lisa) Zaslavsky, Justin, Brett and Ava Zaslavsky; great-grandfather of Avery and Noa Litwin, Alex Zaslavsky, Taylor and Blake Merel. Fond brother of the late Morton Zaslavsky. The services will be private for the immediate family only. Calls of condolence may be made at Congo Am Shalom, 840 Vernon Ave., Glencoe, II. Sunday 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Dr., Northbrook, II. 60062. Of all his accomplishments, Hy was proudest of his wife Eleanor and his family. Hy grew up in a family delicatessen and worked his way through law school studying on the counter. By was one of seven Zaslavskys to graduate from DePaul Law School, where he was Chancellor of Nu Beta Epsilon Law Fraternity. Hy was a decorated Commander of the USS Sardonyx, one of the first ships involved in the implementation of SONAR. Hy had a successful business career as President of Midway Tobacco Company, Vice president of Way co Foods and a Director of numerous companies including Manufacturers Bank. By was an honoree of a very successful State of Israel Bond Dinner. Hy was a member of the Board of Directors of Hillcrest Country Club, Fountains Country Club, Covenant Club and a member of Twin Orchard Country Club. One of Hy's greatest joys was giving silver dollars to others as a token of love and good luck. Hy will always be remembered and loved by all. Info. 847-679-4740. or www.piserfuneralservices.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 28, 2011.

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September 11, 2011

Dear Eleanor, Larry, Michael, and Dennis,
My heart goes out to you and your families. I have nothing but the fondest memories of my wonderful neighbors and the love you have for each other.
Warmly,
Evie (Taradash) Sonenschein

September 10, 2011

Dear Eleanor and Family, I just returned from a trip and heard of Hy's passing. Please accept my deepest and most sincere sympathy. My thoughts are with all of you at this most difficult time. I send my love, Barb Kupferberg

September 9, 2011

Dear Zaslavsky Family, Sincere condolences. I worked with Hy for 14 years and Hy always treated me like a son. I miss you, Hy ...
Roger Keefner, Oak Forest, IL

September 1, 2011

Dear Dennis,
Until today I remember the enormous love and respect that flowed through you for your father. May that love and wealth of memories help you through your loss.
Warmly/Karen Rasof

August 29, 2011

Dear Dennis -

We were so sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts our with you and your family

With Love,

Lynn & Peter Holstein

Phil and Sheila Hornthal

August 29, 2011

Dear Michael,

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your father. We know how difficult it is to lose a parent, but have also learned that you will never lose your memories. He sounded like a remarkable man.

August 29, 2011

Dennis,

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

Rob & Lynn Razowsky

August 29, 2011

Dear Zaslawsky Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Rose and Bob Colombik

John Fleming

August 29, 2011

Dear Zaslavsky Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of your wonderful husband, father and grandfather. I will pray for all of you in this time of great loss. It was such a great pleasure to know Mr Zaslavsky. Sincerely,John A Fleming

Ursula Sterling

August 28, 2011

Dear Larry and Sheree,
We are thinking of you and are deeply sorry for your loss.
With Love,
Ursula and Jonathan

August 28, 2011

Dear Michael, Larry & Dennis,
I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was truly one of the nicest and most honorable men I have even known. Our thoughts are always with you.
Barbra & Jeffrey Saltzman

August 28, 2011

Dear Eleanor: Our sincere condolences to you and your family. He was a wonderful person and we will miss him.
Carole & Spencer Schwartz

August 28, 2011

Dennis, I was sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Sharon and Robert Katz

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