Arlington Heights, Illinois
Age 84
Yastrow, Edward M. 84. Beloved husband for 60 years of Dvorah "Didi" (nee Smoler); loving father of Joe (Alison), Eve (Scott) Rooth, Eddie (Lisa) and Peter (Michelle); adored grandpa of Madeleine, Danna, Laura, Alex, David, Maggie, Amy, Jacqueline, Emily, Robert and the late Jody; dear brother of...
Read MoreThe loss of Ed from our breakfast club and our hearts is difficult to accept. He was a truly lovely man, who enlivened our lives and hearts. We miss him so much.
Jim phillips
Phillip
June 13, 2013
I offer my deepest sympathy to the Yastrow family. It was a great pleasure to have known Ed for the past many years.
Stan Kantor
June 12, 2013 | Deerfield, IL
Chap and Ed on his last visit to the Field Museum, where he worked for nearly four decades as volunteer & associate in the then Depart of Anthropology
Ed. You were a friend, father figure, mentor, and confidant; a grandpa to my son Jesse and daughter Eve. You filled a void that work-enforced exile imposed upon my Kenyan family. Your home became our home. You taught me the true meaning of compassion, dedication, and a commitment to life, family, knowledge, and the wellbeing of mother earth--the universe. With you by my side, I felt complete. I miss you so much. Chap
Chap Kusimba
June 12, 2013 | Oak, IL
We were so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. We have such fond memories of him, you, Didi, and your entire wonderful family. Please know that our thoughts and hearts are with you.
Marilyn and Dick Swoiskin
June 12, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about your father's passing. I only met him a few times but he left quite an impression. Love to you and your family. Love, Iris, John, Rachael, Jennifer and Allison
Winter
June 11, 2013
We were so sorry to hear the news about your Dad's passing. I only met him a few times, but he left quite an impression. Love to you and your family. Love, Iris, John, Rachael, Jennifer & Allison
June 11, 2013
PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
LOIS AND NEIL BERGMAN
June 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to all the Yastrow family at this difficult time. Mr. Yastrow as well the rest of the family were always so kind and pleasant to me during my 30 yrs. at the Birchwood Club. Barb Tarvin
June 11, 2013
what a truly wonderful man Ed was!
He brought so much joy to my sons Brandon and Phillip. They will always remember how special he was as will I and David.
Debbie Elsasser
June 11, 2013
