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Irwin Greenspahn Obituary
Greenspahn, Irwin age 83; beloved husband for 61 years of Lorna nee Steinberg; loving father of Dr. Bruce (Gail) Greenspahn and Barbara (Joel) Winnik; cherished papa of Dr. Scott, Geoffrey, Rory (Dr. Emily) and Deena Greenspahn, Rachel and Arielle Winnik; dear brother of Marilyn (the late Irwin) Harvey and the late Shirley (the late Milt) Bergson; fond brother-in-law of Joan and Marvin Steinberg and Charlotte and the late Burt Steinberg; devoted uncle and friend to many. Proud veteran of WWII, Pacific. Service today, 11 a.m., at North Surburban Synagogue Beth El, 1175 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to North Surburban Synagogue Beth El or JUF, 30 S. Wells, 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL, 60606. For info: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home (847) 255-3520 
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Memories and Condolences
for Irwin Greenspahn
Mindy Lazor
July 5, 2008
Dear Bruce and Gail,
I just learned of your father's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the memories of your dad bring joy to your heart and help to heal the pain.
Mindy Lazor
Mark Weinzimmer
July 5, 2008
Sorry to hear about Irwin, it's been a while since I spoke with you. I still have fond memories of you guys going all the way back to when you took CoCo for me while you were still living on Golf (Simpson) road.
Just wanted you to know that our hearts are with you.
Mark
Ellen and Greg Carroll
July 4, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy
Dale & Arlene Glustoff
July 3, 2008
Our deepest sympathy on Irwin's passing. Altho we haven't seen each other lately, we always enjoyed our time with Irwin. He was a mensch and will be missed.
Anne and Jeff Martin
July 3, 2008
Dear Lorna and Barbara, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We shared family celebrations with Irwin, and will always remember how happy he was when he was surrounded by his wife, daughter and her family. It was something special to see. Warm long-distance hugs to each of you, until the time when we can deliver them in person. With much love and care, Anne and Jeff Martin, and also Grant and Jessica
Linda and Gary Trager
July 3, 2008
We were sorry to learn of your father's death. Our thoughts are with you.
Lenny Weisberg
July 3, 2008
Dearest Lorna and Bruce,
I was saddened and surprised to hear of your loss. We spent many wonderful years together in Northbrook and it was always a pleasure for Ruthie and I to spend time with you. I will miss Irwin's warmth and humor. My friendship and support are here for you always.
Blessings and love,
Lenny Weisberg
July 3, 2008
To Barbara and Family:
I will always have the sweetest memories of your dad. He was always so nice to me even during our "unruly" teen years. I felt like he was a second dad. My heartfelt condolences to the entire family.
Love, Cheryl Gilberg
Renee Bearak
July 3, 2008
Dear Greensphan Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Irwin was a warm, caring , human being, who I will miss as one of my "row mates" at shul.
Renee Bearak
Ron and Jan Dvorkin
July 3, 2008
Irwin (Irv as we knew him) was one of the kindest gentlemen we ever knew. He was always pleasant, helpful, and accommodating. He brings to mind only pleasant memories.
LEE&HOWARD ROZEN
July 3, 2008
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY, LEE&HOWARD ROZEN
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