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John Alschuler Obituary

Alschuler Sr., John Haas age 85, Architect and WWII veteran, father of Jean Reed, John Alschuler Jr. and Liora Alschuler, friend and father-in-law to Diana Diamond, husband of the late Madge Friedman Alschuler, devoted grandfather of Catherine O'Mordha, Karen Thurston, Susan Reed, Derek Reed, Julia Rose Alschuler and great-grandfather of Carmen Thurston, Devon Thurston, Jacob O'Mordha and Addison Reed, brother to Marian Alschuler Despres and the late Alfred Alschuler Jr., Richard Alschuler and Frances Alschuler Gudeman, dear friend and companion to Beverly (Bubbles) Zacharias. Memorial services Sunday, July 4th, at 1 p.m., in the chapel he designed at Congregation KAM Isaiah Israel, 5039 S. Greenwood Ave. Information: 773-924-1234.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 1 to Jul. 4, 2004.

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Joel Mollner

July 4, 2004

Dear John Jr.: I just learned of your father's passing today, Sunday. While I only met him several times, I remember how handsome and sophisticated he appeared. I think about you often and the hospitality you showed me during high school. I'm just sorry that my immaturity prevented me from reciprocating in kind. I'm truly sorry for your loss. Please know I will continue to retain a warm memory of your entire family. I try to drive down Old Green Bay Rd.,whenever possible, to glance at your childhood home, where we shared some good times. The image of you hanging on to that rope ladder while precariously balanced on the gutter will remain with me forever. Good luck and the best to your family. With much warmth and affection, Joel E. Mollner.

Margery (Moses) Shurman

July 3, 2004

My friendship with John and his family encompasses three generations and goes back about 65 years. His death marks the end of an era, one filled with remarkable memories. My heartfelt condolences to all of you on your great loss.

Mark Stern

July 3, 2004

I am sorry to have to record this in the Alschuler family tree. I did not know John, only Al.

Mark Stern, son of Hermine Alschuler

jake bleveans

July 2, 2004

I only knew John in the last 10 years or so of his life but he always treated me like we had been friends for life.John was a great guy-a terrific story teller, and skier. I'll never forget a trip to Arapahoe Basin when one of our group-not John- slipped and knocked most of us down like bowling pins. It was a great day with a great group and no one was hurt-except a little pride. I will miss him.

Julie Wheeler

July 1, 2004

Dear Friends and Family,

Our family has had the privelege of being John's neighbor for over 12 years. He was a fabulous friend, collegue and neighbor and we will miss him. We extend our deepeset sympathies to his vast circle of friends and family. What a great guy; his legacy lives on. From Julie, Dan, Jack and Annabel Wheeler

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