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Richard Laner Obituary

Laner, Richard "Dick" W. Age 83. Loving husband and best friend of Daryl (nee Homer); former beloved husband of the late Barbara (nee Shless); cherished father of Lynn (Larry) Weingardt and Kenneth (Stacy) Laner; devoted grandfather of Jason (Lauren) Weingardt, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Weingardt (fiance Brian Fuentes), Daniel Laner, Alex Laner and great-grandchild Blake; dear brother of Gloria Laner; fond son-in-law of Shirley Homer, Judy Homer and the late Marvin Homer; fond brother-in-law of Wendy Homer and Nancy Homer. Former partner and Of-Counsel to Laner Muchin, Ltd. Funeral Friday 11:00 a.m. at Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah, 3220 Big Tree Lane, Wilmette. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery-Skokie. Contributions in Richard's name to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Info Mitzvah Memorial Funerals, 630-MITZVAH (630-648-9824) or www.mitzvahfunerals.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 18, 2017.

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January 22, 2017

Mr. Laner was the first real boss I ever had. While at Northeastern IL. University , I worked part-time downtown at Dorfman, DeKoven, Cohen & Laner. For many years I kept in contact with Mr. Laner, as I valued his professional expertise and his kind, gentle manner. Throughout my varied careers, Mr. Laner remains in my memory as one of the best, most respected bosses I was privileged to work for. I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. We have lost a wonderful man. Christina LoPiccolo

Susan Brannigan

January 19, 2017

Please accept my condolences to Dick's family, friends and colleagues. I enjoyed working with Dick - although it was most often on the opposing side. He was a man of integrity, concern, and good humor.

JAMES CONLON

January 19, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dick. We met about 15 years ago and continued our meetings on almost a weekly basis in court. The court was a handball court. Dick and I were handball partners here in Chicago for over 10 years. It was a blast. The gentleman off the court was the gentleman on the court. The language may not have been the same but the rough words always directed at himself. He had a great serve. When it was working it was impossible to return, a joy to watch as his partner, and, left him on cloud nine as we walked off the court.

May he be in cloud nine now.

I am forever thankful for the fond memories and lively conversations.

Jim Conlon

January 18, 2017

Sorry for the loss of your love one may the God of all comfort be with you and your family

Mary Ann & Frank Xavier

January 18, 2017

Daryl,
Our hearts are filled with sadness at your loss. Dick was a remarkable gentleman who will be missed by all. We send our deepest sympathies.

FDR

January 18, 2017

Lynn and Kenneth we are so sorry to hear about your loss and offering our sincere condolences. Matthew 5:4

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