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Raymond Epstein Obituary

Epstein, Raymond 89, beloved husband of Betty (nee Jadwin), loving father of Gail Kovler (George Koons), David (Deborah) Epstein, Norman (Shari) Epstein, Harriet (the late Bill) Bertsche, proud grandfather of Molly, Ben (Amy), Elizabeth, Jacob, Addie, Max, Sam, Alex and Rachel, fond brother of Sidney (Sondra) Epstein, devoted son of the late Abraham and Janet (nee Robbins) Epstein. Funeral services Wednesday, January 2, 2008, 1:00 p.m. at Congregation Rodfei Zedek, 5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd., Chicago. Interment Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, in Raymond's name, may be made to the charity of your choice. Info Piser Funeral Services, 847-679-4740.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Dec. 31, 2007 to Jan. 1, 2008.

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Marv Schumer

January 11, 2008

Dear Betty, I was so sorry to read of Ray's passing. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Ray when I would come to help him with his computer problems and he would teach me more than I could teach him.

Marv Schumer

Jonna Kaplan

January 8, 2008

Judd called to tell me of Ray's death. I was very sorry to hear that. Condolences to your familu. You were so helpful to Judd and me when Joe died. I will never forget it. Ray was a wonderful man.

Harold Hurvitz

January 7, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. Our family wishes to extend our deepest sympathy.
The Harold & Bruce Hurvitz Families

Larry Reiss

January 3, 2008

Very sorry to hear of Raymond's passing.My deepest condolences to the Epstein family. Sorry I was unable to attend the funeral.

Robert Gecht

January 3, 2008

I want to extend my condolences to the entire Epstein family on Raymond's passing. Raymond was a gentleman and a scholar in the truest sense. He was a good friend to my father and I have many happy memories of trips to Hyde Park to visit with him and Sidney. His good works and kindness will live on in all of our memories.

Stewart Goldsmith

January 2, 2008

I was very sorry to hear about your father's passing. He was an inspiration to me as a young man to be successful in life, and to have a wonderful family to share it with.

Harvey Teitelbaum

January 2, 2008

We offer our sincere condolences to the Epstein family. Sorry we could not attend the funeral. Raymond was one of the important ingredients in my career who gave me a start by having confidence in my abilities. Raymond will always be in my heart and I will never forget what a sweet, good human being he was.

Roberta and Harvey Teitelbaum (Highland Park, Il.)

SUSIE GLATT

January 1, 2008

I WAS VERY SAD TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. I CAN'T STOP THINKING ABOUT YOU. YOU HAVE BEEN ON MY MIND ALL DAY.

Nate Rosenblatt

January 1, 2008

A bright light was extinguished in my firmament. I was one of Ray’s Boys from the ABC. His presence as a role model left an indelible mark on me. I will forever treasure the memory of this good man.

Joel and Marilyn Sprayregen

January 1, 2008

Ray was a master of so many fine attributes--including leadership, culture, philanthropy, hospitableness, erudition, congeniality, community service. He will be missed by all who were privileged to know him.

Frank Lazovick MD

December 31, 2007

We have lost a very dear friend. I am one of Ray's Boys from the ABC. I will miss him very much.

Peter and Gloria Schwarz

December 31, 2007

It is a very sad day, our very best and nicest costumer is not with us any more, I enjoyed every moment I saw Mr Epstein. I'm grateful that I had the honor to do some work for him. We will miss him in so many ways.

Manny and Fern Steinfeld

December 31, 2007

Fern and I extemd our condolences to the entire Epstein family. Rays leadership and concern for everything that effected the Chicago Jewish Community and Jews everywhere is known to all of us, who knew him, and has been an inspiration to my own involvement. Chicgao will miss his presence in the numerous organiztion that depended on his leader ship and example.

Arnold Finkel

December 31, 2007

I was very saddened to hear about Ray. My deepest sympathy & condolences to the whole family.

Arnold Finkel

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