Zane Bresloff Obituary

Sorry I'm 21 years late. I played football at Austin High School with Zane. "Bullet" Bresloff was unique even back then. Two Bullet stories. As sophomores, we were seated alphabetically in Mr. Bristol's geometry class. Our teammate, Rich Brown, sat behind me and Zane. During tests, my job was to pass the answers to Zane who in turn passed them to Rich. Blessing to Bresloff to Brown. Not proud of that but Zane said they needed halp and I wanted him and Rich to pass so they would be eligible to play.

Our senior year I was in the library minding my own business when Zane came running in yelling, "Hey Bless, Big Daddy Lipscomb (pro football star) just died! That means you are bigger than the biggest guy in the NFL!"

Great friend and teammate. One of a kind, for sure.

I worked with Zane in 1965 at Burt's shoes in downtown Chicago. He was a real cool dude and us younger guys looked up to him. He would always stand up for us and be ready to throw down if any customer gave you a hard time. I still have vivid memories of him and he was one of"The Burt's Boys".

Dear Joyce,Mandi and Sean-My heart is so sad for you in these very sad and trying times. Zane will be missed by all who knew him. He was such a wonderful and free spirit. May each passing day bring you peace and comfort.

ZANE BRESLOFF FAMILY, I WAS VERY SHOCKED AND VERY SADDENED TO HERE ABOUT THE DEATH OF ZANE. REMEMBER, ZANE HAD FRIENDS WHO CARED ABOUT HIM AND HE WIL BE MISSED ZANE, ALWAYS TOOK CARE FOR ME BRUCE AND FRIENDS FOR EVENTS. YOU, ALL HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, AND REMEMBER ZANE IS AT HOME NOW AND KNOW MORE SUFFERING. MY THOUGHTS BRUCE GRUMMERT MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU IN THIS TIME OF GRIEF.

Joyce,
As a husband, father, and friend, Zane leaves a legacy of loving memories to be cherished with pride. May those memories help lessen your pain from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. Very sincerely, Joyce

We are saddened to learn of Zane's passing. We all have fond memories of growing up in Austin. Our thoughts are with you. The Hornick's

Zane,

At least your suffering is over. You will never be gone in the minds of your children, your wife, your sister and the many other friends and relatives.



Joyce, he was your soul mate, I wish you and the kids peace.



Although it has been such a long time since I have seen you, Zane, you were in the talks I had with Dennis, Al and Linda always. They will miss you deeply.



You were one crazy guy and likely as unique as you were there will be no other. Maybe we'll meet again at the big concert in the sky. Now rest my friend.



Merv

We are deeply saddened and our condolences go out to you. It has been many years since we have spoken to Zane, but we have many fond memories. We both grew up with Zane in the Austin neighborhood in Chicago.

He gave me a career break that literally saved my life. I'll never forget him or what he did for me. Any success I have leads directly back to him.

Maxine and I are extending our love and thoughts to you and your families.



Maxine (Sagalow) Potashnik

Howard Sagalow



1st cousins to Zane

He was a good friend whose greatest flaw was his generosity.