Ira Howard Sokoloff passed away on May 28, 2020 at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, NJ from complications of Covid-19. Born April 26,1941 in Newark, NJ, Ira was the son of the late Sol Sokoloff and the late Minnie Sokoloff. He lived in Macon, GA, Malibu, CA, Atlanta, GA and most recently Cherry Hill, NJ. Ira graduated from Weequahic High School and Fairleigh Dickinson University. After graduation, Ira worked in concert promotion advertising in NYC, later moving to Macon, GA to work with Capricorn Records and the Allman Brothers Band. A pioneer and originator of the music merchandising industry, Ira co-founded Great Southern Company which quickly became the most innovative and one of the most successful concert merchandising agencies in the country. His clients included Billy Joel, Bon Jovi, Cher, Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, INXS, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Motley Crue, The Police, and ZZ Top, among others. Ira loved traveling the world on tour with many of these bands. Ira is survived by his sister Marlene (and husband, Allen) Shaklan; his children: Adam Sokoloff, Shara (and husband, Harry) Cunningham, Ari (and husband, David) Arnone; grandchildren: Jessica (and husband, Tom) Dortch, Samantha, Max, Milly, Oliver, Eva Grace and Levi; nephews: Steven (and wife, Hana) Shaklan and Daniel (and wife, Jennifer) Shaklan and many friends. A celebration of Ira's life will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of Ira Sokoloff may be made to The Palliative Care Program at The Cooper Foundation at https://foundation.cooperhealth.org/ways-to-give/make-a-donation.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from May 30 to May 31, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Ira Sokoloff

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Elayne Mahn

May 24, 2023

Ira is missed by me and many others. Condolences to Ari, Adam, and Shara,

Paola Iorio

January 25, 2021

Dear Shara, I just found out about Ira. He was a wonderful man and a great friend. I send you my condolences and a big hug from Buenos Aires. Paula.

Martin

December 25, 2020

Was thinking of you Shara and just discovered the circle of life had claimed an old friend. Your Dad was one of a kind and I am grateful to have known him. I trust you are well and life is what you wanted it to be. I have thought of you often.

Tracy Ewing

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Donna Bailey

June 3, 2020

My husband (Homeboy) worked for Ira for many years. He was such a special and good friend to us. Condolences and love to his family and friends. Rest In Peace. He is with God now.
Donna Bailey, widow of Homeboy

Ron Ramfjord

June 3, 2020

I was sad to hear of Ira passing away, he was my boss & my friend. Ira was good to me, I will miss him. Condolences to his family & friends. I will always remember him.

Sandra Barham

June 2, 2020

Some great memories! We had some really good times...such a great privilege to work with Ira's & Chaz's amazing company! May you Rest in Peace

Simone Taylor

June 1, 2020

I know that even though you have a loss, you still have some great memories. I hope those memories will give you comfort in knowing God is with you and your family lean on him in your time of sorrow.

Elayne Mahn

June 1, 2020

Ira was a true friend and had a heart of gold. He will be missed by many, of which I am one. Much love to Adam, Shara, and Ari. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My son and I will never forget the happy times we spent with him and Adam when they were young.

Ruth Roney McDaniel

May 31, 2020

My deepest condolences to all of Iras family and friends. I knew Ira from the Great Southern days in Macon. He was truly one of a kind.

Phyllis Brusco McLay

May 31, 2020

Ira was a funny, vivacious guy. Met him in the late 70s. My condolences to his family.

Gail Jones

May 31, 2020

I met Mr. Sokoloff in the 70s. He was such an interesting and vivacious person. He brought new ideas to Macon and was a big part of our music heritage.

Ed Jewell

May 30, 2020

When Ira and I worked together in the early 2000s he used to tell me I was attending Ira Sokoloff Finishing School. He loved making deals: had a real knack for it, and inspired me to become an entrepreneur myself. Hed call in the years after hed closed his business to check in, or as he was working on a deal. Even from his community in Cherry Hill. He was relentless. A true entrepreneur. He was like family. And Ill miss him.
Rest In Peace my friend.
Condolences Adam and family.

Garyontgomery

May 30, 2020

Dear family of Ira,
I knew Ira from Macon, Georgia.
I am sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
G.F. Montgomery

Rick Diamond

May 30, 2020

Ira was a friend I met when I moved to Atlanta in 74. As a Rock
Photographer ABB being my connection to IRA he always extended his helping hand. Later years we Lost touch. He was a very good person. R.I.P. Ira u made a positive mark on my life.

Sheila Harvell Conn

May 30, 2020

Ira was a great man.
Many wonderful memories.
Many Blessings to the family.
Sheila Harvell Conn
Macon, Georgia

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Nicole & Paul Kallush

May 29, 2020

Ira is one of those special people who made a difference to everyone he connected with. He wasnt your typical boss or a co-worker, neighbor or friend. He was charming, creative, exciting, feisty, funny, loving, trendsetting & to those of us lucky enough to be in his inner circle - family. May his memory be a blessing. With all our love & then some ❣