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ARTHUR DUBIN Obituary
Arthur D. Dubin, formerly of Highland Park, IL, noted architect and nationally-recognized railroad historian, died Oct. 3, 2011, at the age of 88. Survivors include wife Phyllis (Burman); children, Peter Dubin (Terri), Polly Dubin Pollak; grandchildren Lindsay and Noah Dubin, Amy and Brett Pollak; brother, Martin David Dubin (Joan); niece, Jan Dubin; and nephew, David Dubin; and step-children; and grandchildren. Predeceased by wife, Lois (Amtman). He was a decorated World War II veteran who served in the Pacific. He retired from the architecture firm founded by his father and uncle, Dubin, Dubin and Moutoussamy. Services were private. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery. Donations may be made to the A. Phillip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum, aphilliprandolphmuseum.com, or the Ryerson & Burnham Archives at the Art Institute of Chicago, [email protected]. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Robert Shimer
October 18, 2011
Hello,
My condolences to all the family. I met Arthur while working at Hedrich Blessing Photograph copying some of his railroad prints for "More Classic Trains". I knew him to be a kind and giving man. When ever we would meet many years later he always rememberd me and my young son whom he met. His generous spirit was an inspiration to all he met I am sure. Without him much transportaion history would have been lost to the trash man. I am glad his legacy lives on at the Lake Forest archive. I am proud to say that I knew him and earned his friendship.
Bob Shimer
Melinda Metzger
October 12, 2011
Phyllis,
I have fond memeories of driving Arthur downtown after the Nortan Board meetings. We would have wonderful talks about the events of the day. But he was alwys happy to get home to you. May your good times together help to ease the pain of your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Arthur was a genuine person with a love for transit (mostly trains) and a warm smile. He loved to share his passions. With deepest sympathy
Bill Schafer
October 11, 2011
There are those of us for whom railroad passenger cars, particularly Pullmans, are just the coolest things on wheels. And of all the books written on the subject over the years, Arthur Dubin was the coolest author. Much of my early interest in passenger cars was stoked by Arthur's books and articles, and I count myself lucky to have met him at Lexington Group meetings. He was always helpful, always knowledgeable, and always a gentleman. My sincerest condolences go out to his family. I will miss him too.
David Duncan
October 11, 2011
My sympathies to the Dubin family. Arthur was not only the consumate Pullman historian but he also had a passion for telling the story of first class travel by train. His books are a treasure and one of my life's greatest moments was meeting Arthur by chance at the Palmer House in 1994. I never had the opportunity to spend much time with him but our conversations - mostly by telephone - enriched my interest in the Pullman Company and the great trains. He was a resource without equal and is in large part responsible for preventing the history of the Pullman Company from being lost. His passing is an immense loss to those of us who knew him both personally and by his writing and to the field of passenger train history. He was a delight to know, a dear friend and above all he was a gentleman.
Ed Burns
October 11, 2011
Dubin Family:
I never met Mr. Dubin, but I have three of his books in my collection. God Bless!
Ed Burns
Retired Clerk, BNSF
the green team of rainbow hospice
October 11, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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