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Hyman Portnoff Obituary

Portnoff, Hyman 82, American Legion Post 1009, beloved husband of the late Lee Portnoff (nee Miller), cherished father of Larry (Rosalie) Portnoff, Alan Portnoff and Meredith (Michelle Crosby) Portnoff, proud grandpa of Nancy, Monica, Marc, Anna and the late Danny. Survived by siblings, Isadore "Izzy'', Beth and Robert. Special thanks to Mollie Stewart for her dedication, care and compassion for Hyman during the late four years of his life. Services private. Donations may be made to the AIDS charity of your choice. Arrangements by the Cremation Society of Illinois, 773-281- 5058. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 29, 2002.

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Michael & Carol Portnoff

June 23, 2002

We wish to express our sincere sympathy for Meredith, Larry and Allen. Hy was my uncle and a beloved family member. Hy will be forever missed by all in his family.

His light will not diminish, but shine brightly on, guiding others when their way is darkest.



Michael & Carol Portnoff

(Culver City, CA)

June 18,2002

Alan Portnoff

June 4, 2002

Thank You All, You Wonderful People, for your kind and generous words of sympathy..

My Father would be pleased!!!!

Larry Portnoff

June 2, 2002

As Dad and I had our private moments together in the nursing home almost a year and a half ago talking about spiritual things, we had our private moments together, just him and I..alone..I talked with him, I sang to him..I reassured him that the God of Heaven and earth who heard him in prayer almost a year and a hslf ago, would be welcoming him into His presence. My Dad..our Dad..is in Heaven because he had trusted the One who was able to secure his soul.

I will see him again...because I loved him enough to tell him about the Lord who also loved him, too. I'm not ashamed to state these incidents which occurred in the past. I was with Dad in the nursing home then..alone...I was with him in the hospital..until the time he passed from this life unto a better one.

We will re-unite again......

Larry Portnoff

Nancy Portnoff

June 2, 2002

Although it won't be the same, Grandpa Hy will always live in my heart and my mind. I will miss his presence at the Portnoff family functions. I am thankful that I am a member such a wonderful, supportive family.

vanessa wilkins

June 1, 2002

Meredith we are really sorry to hear about your lost and hope that you know we are here for you if you need us. Your father had to be a good man because he has such a great daughter. Love Jan and Vanessa

michelle crosby

May 31, 2002

Mere,my partner.Alan,anna,mother Molly,uncle Bob,and the rest of the portnoff family members.Please accept my deepest codolences for the great lost of father Hyman Portnoff.I feel his spirit will continue to dance with us all.If there is anything I can do please let me know,much love to you all. Michelle C.

Larry Re

May 30, 2002

Mer,

Our love and prayers are with you and your family.

Larry and George

Teresa Gardner

May 30, 2002

Meredith,

I am really very sorry to hear about your dad. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to call. My condolences to your family as well.



Teresa

Eddie Sanders

May 30, 2002

Meredith:

My deepest condolences go to you and your family during this hard time.

Eddie

Barbara Leher

May 30, 2002

Meredith I was so sorry to hear of your dads death. My prayers are with you dear friend



Love and hugs Barb Leher

Barry Grubs

May 30, 2002

Meredith:



My sincerest condolonces on the passing of your father. I know that he must have been proud of you.

Mort & Marlene Skolni

May 30, 2002

to the family of Hyman Portnoff. Our condolences on your recent loss.

Eileen Callahan

May 29, 2002

Meredith,

I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please know my thoughts are with you.

Eileen

David Reiss

May 29, 2002

Meredith and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Meredith, you have always been a good friend to me and you have helped me ways you might not have ever know. We all learn form our parents in ways we don't imagine until they are gone. I know you will learn from these expereinces as well. I know your Father must be proud of a daughter who helps so many. My condolances to all of you. Your friend, Love, David

Donnie Watson

May 29, 2002

Meredith,



Please accept my deepest condolences regarding your lost.



Sincerely,



Donnie

Steve Shoptaw

May 29, 2002

Although I didn't know Hyman, I am very familiar with his daugher, Meredith. Meredith is a wonderful soul, who cares deeply for her community. She shoulders a great responsibility for tikkun olam (repairing the world). More than that, she's a good, caring friend. One of the wonderful ways that Hyman Portnoff approaches immortality is through the good life of his children. Using this rule as a guide, Mr. Portnoff was a good man.

Steve

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