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Isaac Shapiro Obituary

Shapiro, Isaac Proud veteran of World War II, attorney of law for 63 years and religious school teacher for 59 years. He was a devoted husband of Ruth (nee Epstein); loving father of Leo (Penny) and Helen (Dr. Michael) Melnick; caring grandfather of Marielle, Amanda, Carly, Lexi, Emily, Jacob and Adam; adored son of the late Hyman and Tillie Shapiro; brother-in-law of the late Annette (the late Albert) Pearl; fond uncle of their children, Dr. Steven Pearl and Susan Pittelman. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Service Wednesday 12:00 noon at the Weinstein Funeral Home 111 Skokie Blvd, Wilmette. Interment Waldheim Cemetery Forest Park, IL. For info 847-256-5700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 15, 2013.

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Michelle Bright

January 17, 2013

Mr. Shapiro taught me "learning is sweet."
His memory is such a blessing.
I wish you all peace, in your own time.
Love,
Shelly Bright
Former Am Shalom Student

Michelle Bright

January 17, 2013

Mr. Shapiro taught me "learning is sweet."
His memory is such a blessing.
I wish you all peace, in your own time.
Love,
Shelly Bright
Former Am Shalom Student

Gayle Manacek

January 16, 2013

My deepest sympathy,

Carolyn Sherman

January 16, 2013

Dear Ruth,
It has been an honor to know you and Ike in the short time we have been friends. May you find comfort and peace in his loving memory and the warmth of friends and family.
Love, Carolyn

January 16, 2013

Leo, Penny and family - my deepest sympathies to all of you. May Isaac's memory be for a blessing, and warm thoughts of him see you through this difficult time. Love, Beth Balaban

Barry Layfer

January 15, 2013

Dear Ruth, Helen, and Leo,
My deepest sympathy for your great loss. May time and loving memories bring you comfort and peace.
Barry Layfer

Lisa and Bruce Leibow

January 15, 2013

our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

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