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Lance Choos

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Choos, Lance

Lance Choos, 64, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on Thursday, February 22 at Boca Raton Regional Hospital.

He was born in Highland Park, IL to Warren and Ramona Choos. The eldest of his four siblings, Lance was fiercely independent and deeply valued his education. After graduating he enrolled in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he majored in Economics and was a founding member of the university's football program. After graduating in 1981, Lance was recruited by Greenwich Capital Markets and moved to Fairfield County, where he raised his family. After 27 years at GCM, Lance brought his talents to CapRok Capital and retired in 2018. Lance lived life to the fullest and fully enjoyed his last years doing what he did best: golf, tennis, cycling with a few pours in between. Together with Daisy, they climbed Mt Batu in Bali, sailed on the Empress in Haloong Bay and played Santa in Beverly Hills, just this past Christmas.

Lance is survived by his loving companion, Daisy Chin-Lor; mother, Ramona Choos (née Golblatt);, his three siblings Brenda Choos, Syrene Robbins (née Choos), and Raoul Choos; and his children; Samantha, Lizzie, and Drew Choos. He is predeceased by his father Warren Choos.

A graveside service for his family will be held on Monday, February 26 in Greenwich, CT, followed by a funeral service on Tuesday, February 27 at 2:00 p.m. at North Suburban Synagogue Beth El in Highland Park, IL. To honor Lance's memory, the family will be holding a celebration of his life planned for this spring at Wee Burn Country Club in Darien, CT. Everyone who was lucky enough to know Lance is welcome to attend. Details to be announced.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 27, 2024.

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Ted Knetzget

February 29, 2024

Lance has passed way too early by my personal reckoning , but he certainly left some very deep , profound , and fun footprints on the souls of us that had the privilege of knowing him well. Bill Rainer and I welcomed Lance .....AKA "Launch "....or the "Launcher " to his first out of school employ at Greenwich Capital as one of our first and foundational colleagues. As a company that had an established habit of attracting very bright , driven , goal oriented but fun loving folks , Lance got the bill on all of those respects .
Another trait of Lance´s which added to the genial culture of GCap was his kindness. He had thematically a verrry positive spirit and countenance , and could be counted on to grace his colleagues with friendly and positive encouragement. He made us better ...he helped us be lighter and happier . The fact that he was raised by a warm hearted mid western family was so evident by his informal nature and by the obvious gigantic value he expressed toward family matters . While I did not have the pleasure of knowing his children , I´m sure there is a sad void left by this fun , caring , and enthusiastic father/friend .
Lance was one of a kind ....and will be sorely missed by all of us who had the joy of knowing him well as a valuable colleague and friend .
God Bless you and your family Lance !! With deep affection ,
Ted Knetzger

Deb Shear

February 27, 2024

Sharing our deepest sympathies to the Choos family. May Lance's memory always be for a blessing. - Deb, Mark, Erica and Alyssa Shear

Natasha Reid

February 27, 2024

We extend our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Lance. The cherished memories of laughter, good times, and shared moments with Daisy and Lance are a testament to the special bond we all had. Lance's presence will be deeply missed. Natasha and Andy Reid

Joel Heifitz

February 26, 2024

Lance and I went to Kindergarten together at Ravinia school. We were on sports teams together in grade and junior high . We lost touch for many years until two years ago. We met at lifetime fitness and every time he visited his mom we worked out together. I enjoyed our time together . We were in touch just recently and i am very saddened by his passing. I enjoyed our talks and his smarts about everything. Lance I will truly miss you. RIP my longtime friend.

Joel Heifitz or to you Joey

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