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Marc Michaelson Obituary

Michaelson, Marc

Marc Michaelson, 91, exceptional husband to June, passed at home January 11, 2021. Loving Father of David (Annette) and Grant (Mary), Grandfather of Daniel (Quinn), Sarah (John), Nellie and Matthew. Family was paramount to Marc, being an uncle & cousin to many, but especially his niece, Sherry & nephews, Bret & Tedd. Marc began his career as copy boy at the Chicago American, later becoming sports editor & eventually travel writer. This led to more travel, PR & communications work with the Chicago Tourism Bureau & United Airlines. He traveled extensively to 100+ countries, but loved Chicago & was its best tour guide. Upon retirement, Marc was active in Niles Township, the North Shore Senior Center & Temple Judea. He restored his beloved 1931 Model A and lunched weekly with fellow antique car lovers. Marc was always ready with a story about the "BEST" things. And now, he is Besting in Peace with his beloved June! A virtual memorial service will be held Sunday January 24th at 3 PM CST at www.mitzvahfunerals.com Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the North Shore Senior Center www.nssc.org 161 Northfield, Rd. Northfield, IL 60093. Info Mitzvah Memorial Funerals 630-MITZVAH

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 17 to Jan. 24, 2021.

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Laura O´Connell

January 12, 2025

Thinking of you, Marc´s family. We need Marc´s positive attitude now, in these times.

Martin Brown

January 11, 2025

WE HAD MANY DAYS TOGETHER RESTORING HIS MODEL ''A'' FORD AUTO. I miss him Marty Brown

Laura E. O´Connell

January 11, 2024

Still won´t ever forget Marc! Fond regards, Laura O´Connell

Martin Brown

January 11, 2022

Marc was my dear friend and Model "A owner and restorer.I miss him.

Susan Bisno Massel

December 4, 2021

I believe I worked with Marc at Weber Cohn and Riley in the late 80s/early 90s. If I am correct, please accept my sincerest sympathy. I have thought about him often over the years and hoped he was doing well. Susan

Connie Mailander

January 25, 2021

Remembering those days at United - and his endless stories - he was always a bright light.

January 24, 2021

A true gentleman. Rest in peace.

Jeffrey Greenfield

January 24, 2021

Grant and David
Grace and I would like to offer our condolences on the loss of your father

Bob Basanich

January 23, 2021

Sending my condolences for the loss of your father and grandfather Grant, Mary, Nellie, and Matthew. I'm honored that I had the opportunity to meet him several times in years past.

Lance

January 20, 2021

I hope you feel surrounded by much love.

Laura OConnell

January 19, 2021

David, Grant and Families: I and his colleagues at United Airlines will not ever forget Marc! His stories, particularly his travel stories, were legend. He was so proud if his family. I´m so happy you were with him. Good luck collecting all his mementos and cleaning out the garage! Fondly, Laura.

Ryan

January 19, 2021

So sorry for your loss of dear Marc. My sincere condolences go out to your family during this difficult time. (Hosea 13:14)

Karen d robins and Kenneth Robins

January 18, 2021

Our connection to Marc had several degrees of separation. First, his son Grant attended Niles North High School with Kenny. Second, we were in the Model A club along with Marc and June, and third, I will always be grateful to him for bringing me in as a member to the Yiddish Club. Kenny attended the Friday Model A lunches with him for years. We sat near each other at Yiddish, and he spoke beautifully and had marvelous stories of family and travel. Besides being so very intelligent and interesting, he exuded sweetness. It was so special the way he would kiss people on both cheeks as he would say, "If one is good, 2 is even better." We will miss him terribly - one of the great "mensches" of the world is gone. Rest in peace, Marc. Thank you for being you.

Steve Lasker

January 17, 2021

Dear Family, so sorry to hear about Mark. We worked together at the Chgo. American for many years, and he was a dear wonderful man and worked tirelessly as a traavel editor, and he helped my wife and me arrange our honeymoon to Hawaii in 1966. Our fond condolences.. Steve Lasker & Family'''

Bob Michaelson

January 17, 2021

Cousin Marc was so central in uniting our family, and fascinating to talk with to learn about family history. I will always remember him with great fondness.

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