Philip Wagreich Obituary

Wagreich, Philip Age 71, cherished husband of Lorraine Owles; loving and devoted father of Heidi, Ian (Laura), Amy and Alexander; proud and adoring grandfather of Mercedes and Felicia Koch and Hayley and Isaac Wagreich; beloved brother of Larry (Bette); dear brother-in-law of Jerry (Kate) Miliszkiewicz and Madeleine McDonald; caring uncle, nephew, cousin, colleague and friend. Preceded in death by his parents, Maurice and Beatrice Wagreich. Phil was professor emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and a nationally prominent figure in mathematics and math education. A memorial celebration of his life will take place in the near future. Memorials to West Suburban PADS, Sarah's Inn, the Greater Chicago Food Depository or the Children's Clinic of Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society would be appreciated.