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Michael Shapiro Obituary

Shapiro, Michael J. of Chicago, IL, formerly of Bayside, WI. Passed away October 5, 2002, at the age of 35 years. Beloved husband of Suzanne (nee Kopp), cherished son of Beth and Ronald Shapiro, loving brother of Danny and Amy (Bradley) Snitzer, also survived by his loving pets, Oliver and Vegas. Further survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. Graveside services Tuesday, October 8th at 12:00 noon at Second Home Cemetery, 3705 S. 43rd St., Milwaukee. The family wishes to express a very special thanks to Dr. Jeffrey I. Frank, University of Chicago Hospitals, for his commitment, guidance and love. Memorial contributions made to the Erwin E. and Helen Z. Grossmann Linkages Endowment Fund at Jewish Family Services, 1300 N. Jackson, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414-390- 5800) would be appreciated. For information, Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home, 414-964-3111 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2002.

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Monique Doulton

October 18, 2002

Michael- Knowing you was a joy and a privilege. I know that you are always here, and even though your presence is not here on earth, you have begun a new journey filled with as much happiness and joy that you gave us. I am sad for everyone's loss, but happy to see you are no longer suffering... you will be missed.... Always... M

Aileen Sexton

October 8, 2002

Suzanne,



My deepest sympathies to you and to Michael's family. I was shocked to hear the news but glad to know he is resting at peace and no longer in pain. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.



Love, Aileen

Frank DiVito

October 8, 2002

Suzanne:



I wish to extend my condolences to you on the passing of your dear husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



Frank DiVito

Fullerton Engineering

Kathy Haney

October 8, 2002

Dear Suzanne: My sincere sympathy to you at this very difficult time. Michael, your smile and thoughtfulness will never be forgotten.

Lee, Rebekah and Daniel Goldstein

October 7, 2002

Suzanne,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ha-makom yinakhem et-khem betokh she-ar aveilei tziyon veyerushalayim,

May God comfort you among all the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem

Steven Baron

October 7, 2002

Dear Suzanne,

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the loss of Michael. We trust that Michael's suffering has ended and that the love that you shared will serve to comfort you in this most difficult time.



May his memory be a blessing to you.



The Baron Family, Steve, Aliza, Noah and Shira

kauffman adam

October 7, 2002

Suzanne-



I am deeply saddened by your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.



Adam

Patricia Robinson

October 7, 2002

I am truly saddened and heartbroken over the lost of a friend and co-worker. He was a joy to work with and all of us at HARRIS KESSLER & GOLDSTEIN will truly miss him. Deepest sympathies to you Suzanne.

Jennifer Dienstag Levine

October 7, 2002

I was saddened to see today's notice. I remember Michael's intelligence and wit in our classes at UW Law. Suzanne, my heartfelt condolences to you at this difficult time.

Dalycia Rich

October 7, 2002

May you be comforted by the love of family and friends and may the peace that passes all understanding flood your soul.



Suz, you are in our thoughts ~ Michael will truly be missed.

We love you,

Tami and Dalycia

Donna Ruck

October 7, 2002

Suzanne,

My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband. I am thinking of and praying for you and your family.

Donna Ruck

Vicky Kohnke (T-Mobile)

October 7, 2002

Suzanne,

With deepest sympathy, my prayers are with you. May you have strenght.

Georgia May

October 7, 2002

Suzanne, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

From all of us at T-Mobile.

T-Mobile

October 7, 2002

Dear Suzanne and Family,



You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry for the loss you have endured and we will be thinking of you.



Respectfully,

T-Mobile Minneapolis

Dan Williams, Al Engelland Mike Ostrom

October 7, 2002

Suzanne and Family,



Our deepest sympathies go out to you. If there is anything that we can do for you, please let us know.



Al Engelland

Dan Williams

Mike Ostrom

Steve Harris

October 7, 2002

Your sweetness will remain a part of HKG forever. Rest in peace my friend. steve

Rebecca Phelps

October 7, 2002

Dear Suzanne and Family:



I would like to extend my deepest sympathy in the passing of Michael.



I was Michael's legal secretary while he was at Michael Best & Friedrich. Michael was a joy to work for - we used to share "dog" stories.



You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.



Rebecca "Christopher" Phelps

Alan and Judie Begoun

October 7, 2002

Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy on the death of Michael. We were so saddened to see the notice in the paper.

Our love and prayers are with you.

Judie and Alan Begoun

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