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Ira Gitlin Obituary
Gitlin, Ira beloved husband and best friend of Sandy (nee Goodman) for 53 memorable years, devoted father of Marc Gitlin, Tod (Amy) Gitlin, and Gary (Noemi) Gitlin, proud and loving "Pops" of Dan, Nick, Jason, Justin, Jordan, Corey, Scott, and Chloe, dearest brother of Marty Gitlin, loving brother-in-law of Mel (Debbie) Goodman. Chapel service Monday, 12:15 p.m. at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 Rand Rd., Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association, 30 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. #2015, Chicago, IL 60602. Info: 847-255-3520 
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Memories and Condolences
for Ira Gitlin
Michael brown
January 22, 2018
Ira I love you. Always did..
December 31, 2009
Aunt Sandy,
I am sorry to hear about uncle Ira.
I know we haven't been in touch for many years, but I remember when you were dating him.
Love and best wishes,
Jill (Gitlin) Greenbaum
847-677-1472
Great Northern George Nolan
July 8, 2009
Fond memories are present as i think of our friend Ira and our laughter together over the years. Ira always took time to talk about our families, our interests, our worries, our conquests and our failures. He was a source of inspiration to me personally. All of us old timers at Great Northern- Tom, Marguerite and my self George, will keep a special spot in our hearts for Ira. May he Rest in Peace!
Holly Parkes
July 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ira was a warm, kind, honest, fair, gentle, loving soul. Such a tremendous anchor for the family and a leader in the family business. He was well loved as anyone who visited the business could see by his office space, filled or vacant, all could feel his presence. He will be missed. May fond memories of his life bring you comfort. God bless.
Love and prayers,
July 6, 2009
Dearest Jason,
The few times I met your Grandfather, the bond between the two of you was clear and special. I know the two of you had a deep love for each other. Although he has passed on, you will never be without him, as he has left you with his legacy of wisdom and life's lessons. Take care of yourself as I realize this will be a difficult time for you.
LA,
Nancy Brankis
Clark Beier
July 6, 2009
Tod and Gary (et al)---
We offer our deepest sympathy for your loss. Ira was truly the patriarch of your clan. Our 25 years in the food business together was surely guided by his leadership.
Clark, Barb, Jody--Clark's Trading
Scott Fischer
July 6, 2009
My thoughts and emotions are with the Gitlin family at this most difficult time. Ira, for so many years, was like a second father to me. It is with hope and certainty that all of the wonderful memories will serve to get of us through these most challenging days. All my love, Scott
Julie Morgan
July 5, 2009
Uncle Ira's massively loving soul will illuminate heaven for all eternity. May the wonderful and warm memories of this larger-than-life man ease the sorrow felt by his beautiful family. GOD Bless. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. All my love, Cousin Julie
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