Stanford Lambert Obituary

Dear Micki, Alisa and Family:
I am so sorry to hear about Stan's death. I worked for Stan right out of law school and had an office close to Alisa's for awhile. Stan was so kind and always had time to listen and offer advice. He was also fun to work for and will always be remembered as one of my favorite bosses. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Dear Micki and family,
I was so sad to hear of Stan's passing. It is so impressive to read all the wonderful things everyone has to say about him! I heard there were people over flowing out of the Chapel for his funeral. You have both been such amazing friends to my parents for SO long! They really love you and will miss Stan a lot.
I remember back when all of us girls were young and played girly games together!
I know Stan fought a terrible disease, and did it with grace & dignity. I continue to do the MS walk every year and raise as much money as possible (my best friend Stacy has MS too). I will honor and remember him each time!
Peace & Love, Robin

My Dad

My Dad always told me I could be anything I wanted to be, and do anything I wanted to do when I grew up. He insisted that women (my sisters and I) should all have a job, and not assume that a man would be the one to take care of us, but that we should have the ability to take care of ourselves.

I worked with my dad as a lawyer in his office. We had so many inside jokes between us. I knew what he was thinking just by looking at him sometimes. He and I shared the same sense of humor. He was so quick witted and watching him argue on trial was a sight to behold. He always knew what to say.

Everyone who knew my dad in the law community loved and respected him. When he had his first heart attack, he received so many flowers, that we couldn’t fit them in the room and we had to distribute them around the hospital. People constantly told me how much they loved my dad. He once told me,” the most important thing to remember while practicing law was, nothing was more important than your integrity, don’t ever compromise it.” He didn’t just talk the talk, he walked the walk too.

Every Valentines day he would buy all 3 of us girls and my mom a box of chocolate turtles. He was as in love with us as he was befuddled by us.

My dad had such a strong sense of right and wrong. He encouraged me to always speak up and never stand silent when something was unjust.

He had a deep faith in God and a strong sense of his Judaism, which he instilled in all of us. He shared my mom’s belief that all our dead relatives were in heaven looking out for us and accompanied my mom to the cemetery to invite the grandparents to our weddings. Holidays at our house were loud, lively, crowded, always filled with laughter, debates and stories

I learned so many lessons from my dad but not because he “taught” them but by how he lived his life. He lived the lessons. His actions spoke so much louder than his words. He had such high standards and he held all of us to those standards. He expected all the boys who dated us to treat us with respect and he would always ask us “were the boys sports?” which was code for did the boys treat us to dinner or the movie. We always went out with money, but in my dad’s mind if the boys made us pay, it was a deal breaker. He insisted the boys ring our doorbell and came in to meet him before we could leave.

On his nightstand at any given time were at least 2 books. He read every night. He thought reading and learning was the most important thing there was. For years every holiday we bought him a new hardcover book for the occasion.

My dad’s strength was quiet. When we were upset, then he had few words. It was his presence that spoke volumes. There were times he left work early to be with us if we needed him. He loved to come over to our houses and visit the grandchildren. They truly were the best thing in his life. As he got sicker, that was really what kept him going. He even came to the boys’ basketball games when he couldn’t even see them playing due to the cataracts over his eyes. (Of course he didn’t tell us that he was legally blind, the doctor told us.) He still sat at the games and I would give him a play by play out loud and he acted like he could see. Through all his sickness, he tried to hide it from everyone and act like everything was fine. It never was. Each year, something else was taken away from him but he never complained. First, he couldn’t walk and he kept falling. Then, he walked but with a walker. Then his eyesight started failing. Next, he had to use hand controls in his car. Then he moved to a scooter and he needed a van. Every year it was something else. (Sprinkled throughout all these “episodes” he also had multiple heart attacks and strokes.) Still he never said, “why me” or complained about his situation. And the situation seemed really bad sometimes. He always tried to maintain his dignity throughout the progression of the disease. That was not easy given the nature of MS. Every year we mourned a new loss with him. Although, I thought we were mentally prepared for this day to come, I now know you can never prepare for this.

I like to think of him in Heaven, playing tennis, running around, maybe debating with an angel and hopefully feeling proud of all of us and how we are handling everything since for most of our lives, he handled everything for all of us. But he prepared us for the time we would all have to be strong women and take care of our families and I think we are doing what he wanted us to do.

To my children and my nieces, who did not have the good fortune that I had to know “Poppy” at a younger age. This is the Poppy that I knew and that I will always remember.

Even as a young man in high school, I could always see how deeply Poppy loved Nonny, Alisa, Renee and Debbie. Nonny and Poppy had a very special relationship that dated back to grade school. They were best friends and soulmates for over 50 years. It brought a wonderful smile to Poppy’s face when he told stories about their childhood and their lives together. He loved to give special gifts to the four girls in his life and he basked in the glow of their happiness. When I asked Poppy to marry Alisa, his only requirement of me was that I “take good care of her”. Having been lucky to have seen over the prior 10 years what an outstanding husband and father he was, I knew that I had a very tough act to follow. But his example made me become a better husband, a better father and a better person.

Poppy loved to play sports in addition to watching them. In particular, he was a great tennis player. While you may only be able to remember when Poppy was slowed down and confined to his scooter, you should know that before his MS, his quickness and his ability to control where he hit a tennis ball amazed me. He consistently ran me ragged on the tennis court. In addition to being a great tennis player, he was also a sharpshooter on the basketball court. We played many games of “horse” on the basketball net he bought to welcome me into the family. Two of my most special sports memories with Poppy were the night he took me to my first Monday Night Football game between the Bears and the 49ers and the night he took me to my first NBA Championship game between the Bulls and the Lakers. We never forgot Michael Jordan’s magical, driving, mid-air, ball changing move.

Poppy was a brilliant lawyer who outwitted his opponents with his quick mind, his deep knowledge of the law and his agile public speaking abilities. He was the first child in his family to graduate from college. In true Poppy form, he also went on to get a Doctor of Law degree. These degrees did not come without a cost, he took out student loans and he worked to pay for his tuition. He was a very smart man who placed great value on being educated not only to better enable him to support his family but also for the inherent value of being an educated person.

Poppy was a very hard worker who not only worked Monday through Friday but also often went into the office on Saturday mornings. He always wanted what was best for his family and he was driven to be the best provider for his family that he could be.

Poppy was a man who represented integrity. He taught me that in business, and in life, your reputation for doing the right thing was essential. Everyone knew that Poppy’s honesty was above reproach.

Poppy was an incredibly generous man with both his family and his friends. He truly taught me what it meant to be a mensch. Poppy was always quick to pick up a bill, to provide free legal advice to friends and family and to share his good fortune with others. To this day, I try to live up to his standard.

While he did not belong to a temple, Poppy believed deeply in his religion. He was extremely proud to be a Jew and he taught me how to be the Jewish head of a family. Poppy was a shining example of how God wants each of us to consider the feelings of others, to care for those less fortunate and to respect other people regardless of their race, religion or lot in life.

While I know that it is every parent’s ideal that their children marry within their religion, he never once made me feel uncomfortable that I was not Jewish.
He welcomed me into his family as if I was his own son.

Poppy was a very great man. I wish you had been able to see all of his special qualities and to know him the way that I knew him. He was a mentor and a second father to me. His example made me want to be a better person. You are blessed to share his genes. I am thankful to see many of his best qualities in each of you.

Through all of the MS, the heart attacks and the strokes, he did not complain about his lot in life. His love of his family provided him strength. When he could no longer attend all of his grandchildren’s activities, his face would light up when he heard about all of your successes. He was so proud of each of you. He will forever love you. He will forever live on in your heart and he will forever be in heaven looking over each of you.

Dear Poppy,
You are so nice and loving. You always asked about what I was doing. All of the events that you could get to you came for. Every time we came over you would watch TV with us. You always made everything funny. For example, at my Piano recital the piano teacher spelled my name RE. On your sheet you changed the name to Ari. I am so lucky to have a great Grandpa like you. I am so happy the last time I saw you we were having a great time during Fathers Day. We got to celebrate being with you one more time. I love you so much.
Love,
Ari

Poppy,

I already miss you so much. You were such a special person. There were so many qualities about you that I love. You were so selfless. You always bought me everything I wanted. If there was ever something I wanted you found a way to give it to me. You also were very smart. Mom, always tells us how important you thought education was. I am thankful to you, for all of the lessons you taught to her, because she has passed all of those lessons down to me. Everyone always talks about how smart you were and what a great lawyer you were. I hope to be as successful as you one day. You were also kind, caring, and funny. Whenever I was sick or hurt you were always one of the first people to call and see how I was doing. I always enjoyed coming over to your house, I didn’t care if we were just watching TV, I just liked your company. Some things I will always remember about you are, you always had a dish of chocolate or candy next to you. You also used to give us rides on your scooter. I loved to beep the horn. In Florida we always stayed up late watching movies. You were a major sports fan. Every time I came over some sporting event was on TV. I will always remember your famous “head kiss.” You were the only person who ever kissed me on my head. I also will always remember how special you always made me feel. Every time you saw me, you told me how beautiful I was. I could have been wearing my soccer uniform and still you would have told me I was the most beautiful girl. I will always remember how you supported me in everything that I did. You always wanted to hear how my soccer games went. You truly were the greatest grandfather a girl could ask for. Thank you for everything you have done for me over the years. You helped shape me into the person I am today. You impacted my life in so many ways. The lessons you have taught me I will carry with me through the rest of my life. Every day when I put on the heart necklace you gave to me I think of you and Nonny. I am going to miss you so much, but you will always be in my heart, and I will always be thinking of you. Every once in a while give me a sign letting me know you are saying hi. You will always be my poppy. I love you more than words can say and will forever.

Love
Aimee

Dear Micki,

I'm so sorry for you and your family to hear of Stan's passing and your loss (and I wish I could convey my condolences in person, but I'm out of town). Even though we haven't seen much of each other the last few years, you and Stan hold a special place in my heart -- and you know, of course, how much Russ loved and admired you both. I cherish the memories of our good times together and watching the children grow. Stan was a wonderful, warm, witty man -- a special person, great father, grandfather, businessman, and friend. Like so many others, I'm glad I had the privilege of knowing him and sharing part of your life.

Love, Penny

Dear Micki,
Stan was a good friend starting when we were kids on Harding Ave., and through Volta and Von. I learned early that he was someone you could lean on, especially one evening on the way home from Hebrew school when I broke my foot and he helped me hobble to my front door! The remarkable number and quality of entries in this book prove he became a fine man you could "lean on" for the rest of his life. I'm happy I had the chance to see him again at the reunion.
Sincerely, Mike Orlov

Hello Micki;
You probably only know me as Russ Hirsch's youngest brother and I want to convey my condolences. I don't know when I met Stan. It could have been when I was 5 or it could have been when they were at Von. Stan was always a special person to my 2 other borthers and myself. He always treated me with respect even though he was 9 years older than me. He was truly a great person.

I was deeply saddened to learn of Stan's untimely passing. I had the privilege of working for him in my first job as a lawyer. He was a kind, considerate mentor who taught me a lot. He will be sorely missed.

DEAR MICKI,
BARBARA AND I ARE SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF STAN. AS YOU PROBABLY KNOW WE LIVE IM ARIZONA FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS. WE LIVE IN SUN CITY, WEST IN A DEL WEBB RETIREMENT COMMUNITY CALLED CORTE BELLA.
I READ THE DEATH NOTICES ON THE INTERNET FROM THE SUN TIMES EVERY DAY AND THAT IS HOW I FOUND OUT OUT ABOUT IT. AS YOU CAN IMAGINE WE COULDN`T BE AT THE FUNERAL BECAUSE OF THE LONG DISTANCE, HOWEVER OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. WE JUST GOT BACK FROM CHICAGO LAST WEEK. THE LAST TIME I SAW STAN WAS AT A BARTMITZVA OF AUDRIE AND BARRY` BROWN`S SON. IT WAS HELD AT A HOTEL IN SKOKIE. BARBARA WASN`T THERE BECAUSE SHE BROKE HER ANKLE AND WAS STILL RECOVERING. AGAIN WE OFFER OUR CONDOLENCES.
RICHARD AND BARBARA

we are so very sorry for your loss. many years have passed but we still remember the good times playing tennis with you and stan. sincerley,kay and michael jacobson

My sympathies to Stan's family. We went to Von together and were friends. I'm happy that I saw him at our reunion last year. He was a sweetheart.

It was with a heavy heart that I learned of Stan's passing. My sincere condolences to you all. (We were neighbors on Church Street)

Dear Mikki, Harvey and family...It was such a "mitzvah" to see Stan at the reunion...he looked as happy as everyone was to see him. His smile is a wonderful memory for me...my wishes for all of you is that when the pain subsides, you can reflect on all the happier times you had with Stan and treasure the wonderful memories. I am so sorry that he was so ill for so long...I only think of Stan as a happy-go-lucky guy with a smile and good word for everyone. Even when I spoke to him on the phone a couple of years ago...he had the upbeat attitude that made everyone so comfortable. God bless you all...you have my deepest sympathy. Carole Ann Roth

Dear Micki:

My deepest sympathy to you and your family on Stan's passing. I will always remember him as "one of the nice guys". How fortunate you were to have him in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time dear friend.

Dear Micki and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry that you have suffered such a loss. Stan always had a smile and a kind word. I am sure he is looking down and will forever watch over you. We will miss Stan and always keep him in our thoughts.

Missy and Joey Gibrick

We were deeply saddened to hear of Stan's passing. We worked at the office for several years with Stan before he retired. We feel it was due to his friendly and warm personality that you almost felt like one of the family. He will be missed by many.

MY deepest sympathies to the family. Stan was a great guy and lawyer

Dearest Micki and family.
Dennis and I will always cherish the many memories we shared throughout the years. Stan was always someone we loved and respected,he will be greatly missed,
but will remain in our hearts forever.
Ilene and Dennis

To my sister Micki, her children, and grandchildren:

I remember you coming home to tell me you met "Stan," the boy of your dreams. You were both 13 years old.
You had such a special relationship, that, I chose to follow in your
footsteps. At 14, I too, met the boy of my dreams ,"Alan", and, a lifelong relationship grew. You married "Stan",and, I married Alan.
Stan played a major
role in our lives. He was more than a
brother-in-law, he was a "Brother".
We shared a lifetime of memories. Some sad,but ,a lot of wonderful, happy times. There were weddings, children, grandchildren,holiday dinners, grandchildren's Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, vacations, and ,winters in Florida. Stan had a "Heart of "Gold",and, was one of the nicest people we knew. He never complained, and, accepted whatever life had to offer him.
Stan was truly adored by all of his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was a man of great honor and integrity. He was loved by all of us, and, will be sorely missed, but, never forgotten.
Rest in peace our "Dear Stan".
Love,
Lana and Alan

To the Lambert Family:
Although I cannot be with you at this time, I will keep you in my prayers and I will talk to you at a later date. Stan was my mentor and friend and he will be missed.
Love you all,
Dee Dee

how sad to lose this kind cheerful man. my heartfelt sympathy to all.
lolis terry

Many years ago I interviewed for my first job with Stan. I was fortunate to be hired to to work for such an intellegent, thoughtful, mensch of a man. I will never forget Stan. Micki and family, our family is thinking of you at this time.

Uncle Stan will be missed. I remember him so fondly as the uncle who got down on his knees and played with us. He made us laugh and he always was so joyous in the difficult times. He offered words of kindness and support. I will miss him.


He will be missed.

To The Lambert Family - Chuck and I are deeply saddened to hear of Stan's passing. He was so fair minded and truly wonderful to work for and be around. We enjoyed being around the whole family.

As a former of the IC, i had occasion to converse with Stan from time to time. When he spoke of his family, it was with love and pride. My deepest sympathy to his family.

My son-in-law, David Drews, participated in the MS 150 bike ride just this weekend, raising over $200.00 for MS.

With sympathy and prayers,

Barbara M. Clemmons

To: Micki and the Lambert family.

Our sincere sympathy.
We have always been impressed by the warm and loving relationships that you all share.

MICKI & Family , Sandy and I can`t comprehand the loss of stan who we admired as a true friend for so many years,we will miss him so.are hearts go out to all, our prayers are with you BEN AND SANDY BRAVER (Tamarac Florida)

remembering your family when everyone was young in Wilmette. Hope your good memories will help you at this time

Stan was virtually a part of my life and a beloved part of my family since I was six. Stan was always my big brother, long before he married Micki. He taught me how to drive. He helped me with my homework. He was always there for me in a special way, helping me get through those turbulant teen age years with his love and care. Stan continued to guide me through life’s ups and downs and was always there for me. He saw me as his little sister. And that feeling felt so much to me.

Stan and Micki were sweethearts since they were both 13. They’ve had a long, loving relationship throughout their lives that endured and thrieved and only got stronger through all the curves that life throws at you. They passed that incredible love to their three wonderful daughters, our cherished nieces, Alyssa, Renee, and Debbie.

Ed, Robyn, and I will sorely miss the role Stan played in our lives. He will always be a part of us and we will always feel that loss.

Rest in peace, Dear Brother.

Micki and extended family,

Stan was a smart, kind and wonderful man. He was one of our favorite dads at I.U.! He always brought a smile to our faces. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you now and in the coming months. Sincerely, Julie Sinykin and family

My sincere condolences to Stan,s entire family and his colleagues. He was an excellent lawyer and contributed much to professional competence and civility. He will be so remembered.

To the Lambert Family: It was an honor to know and work for Stan. I was his last legal secretary before he retired and I was sad to see him leave the workforce. Stan was more than just a "boss" to me; he was father-like as well. I always admired his love for his family and his sense of humor in the office.