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Jerry DeGraff Obituary


DeGraff, Jerry beloved husband of the late Evelyn (nee Bell), loving father of Steven (Cathy) and Marc (Donna Oakes), cherished grandfather of Allix and Justin, devoted son of the late Harry and Flo, dear brother of Sheldon (the late Barbara), fond uncle of many. Service Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., at the Weinstein Funeral Homes North Shore Chapel, 111 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette (One Blk. North of Old Orchard). Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of choice. For info 847-256-5700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 20, 2006.

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Charlotte Fink(Nyberg)

March 24, 2006

Dear Steven, Mark and Shelly, I was so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing on. At the time of his death I was out of the country. Please except Marla, and my deepest condolences. Fondly Charlotte Fink

Randi Rice Garlenski

March 24, 2006

Hi Steven,

Just wanted to say how sorry I was about Dad. Just heard today. I didn't realize we had lost Mom and Barb too. So sad. Hard to be without parents, I know first hand. I always think about you kiddo, especially in times like this.

Randi

Henry Levinson

February 21, 2006

My deepest condolence to Jerry's family. Jerry and I were good friends when we were at Senn High School too many years ago. We both went into service during WWII and lost touch as I did not return to the Chicago area until 1965. I shall always remember Jerry with a smile and fondness.

LEE RUDY

February 21, 2006

To the DeGraff family I send my deepest sympathy to you and your families in this time of sadness.

Howard Rudy

February 20, 2006

Dear Steven,Kathy,Mark,Shelly and Family. I truly share your loss. I met Jerry over 50 years ago. Shortly after meeting Shelly. Almost a lifetime! While he was living in Vernon Hills, Paula and I would drop in for a visit during his lunch hour.We would often speak of the "old Days".He seemed to enjoy the story telling. I, certainly. will miss him as I would a member of my own family. Rest in Peace.

Mitch Cassman Jo Sheldon;Scott Wolf

February 20, 2006

When my mother (Josephine Sheldon)

married the late Al Sheldon, I remeber a whole new group of "relatives" Jerry was always incredibly kind to me. He always remebered me when I'd run in to him at the courthouse. He moved to The Park where my mother is as well. He still never missed a beat when running in to me. My family was very fond of him and we'll miss him.

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