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IRA FRANKEL Obituary
Ira Chas. Frankel, age 70, former commodities trader at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange; beloved husband for 46 years of Naomi, nee Silverman; loving father of Stacy (Kevin) Jacobs; adored grandpa of Madisyn and Samantha; dear brother-in-law of Mollie (Julian) Levin; treasured uncle of Dr. Barry and Andrew (Sheri) Levin and Debra (Adam) Levy and their children. Service Friday, 11 a.m. at The Chapel, 195 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove (1 blk. N. of Lake Cook Rd.). Interment Memorial Park, Skokie. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Ct., Glenview, IL 60025. Info The Goldman Funeral Group, Irwin Goldman Director (847) 478-1600. 
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June 17, 2011
Dear Naomi,
I was very sorry to read about Ira's passing. My thoughts are with you and hope you are doing as well as can be reasonably expected.
Daryl Jonas
Allen Freedman
May 11, 2011
Dear Naomi,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Ira's passing. He was one of my best friends in grammar school and high school. May his soul rest in peace.
Thank-you for taking good care of him all these years.
My wife, Devra, who met Ira 2 or 3 times, also sends her heartfelt condolences.
With best wishes for you and your family,
Chuck Kadish
May 11, 2011
Dear Naomi,
Ira's determination to live life to its fullest, as well as your support of and devotion to him, should be an inspiration to all.
My heart-felt condolences to you and yours.
May 11, 2011
Naomi and Stacy:
I am very sad to hear this news. Ira always had a humorous effect on me. He would always lighten the mood. Ira, we will miss you at Thanksgiving for all years to come. Naomi and Stacy, sorry for your loss and take care.
Love, Danny and Amy Chapman
May 11, 2011
Mrs. Frankel, Stacy, Kevin, Madisyn, Sami and Family:
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. May you always treaure your special memories with him.
Stacey, Brian and Talia Bromberg
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