Gary M. Goldstein

I met Gary when I was 13 years old and left an indelible impression on my life. I will forever love him and cherish him.

I'm so sorry to learn of Gary's death. Gary and I grew up as neighbors and friends in Chicago. It's been many years since I last saw him, but the remarkable man portrayed in the obituary synchs with the child I knew. Gary was a mischievous, fun boy and I'm pleased to know he was true to himself into adulthood. I'm also happy to know that he had true love in his marriage and joy in his life. To Laurie, BJ, Scott, and all others who loved him, I send you my condolences.

I knew Gary since I was three. He and I shared virtually everything since childhood, and the memories are still alive and vibrant. Through our lives, we remained best friends, and we spoke regularly, or texted, just to fill in the gaps. When my father passed, when I was eight, Gary was there for me, nearly every day. I will always remember the warmth and loyalty he showed me at such an early age. In the over five decades we remained friends, we lived in different places at different stages...

Though we never met, thank you for all the love you gave to your wife and to the feral kitties you saved and loved. Keep coming around to visit and know you are never forgotten.

Gary thank you so much for Blessing this world. We're so sorry you have left but you suffered so. Bless you for the LOVE you shared with your Dear Laurie & all the furry kids. Also thank you for keeping up contact w/Laurie because she knows you are there, we all do even tho on a different Plane.

Gary was my brother. Technically we were half-brothers but I always thought of him as my brother because there are no half-measures to love and family according to the way I was raised. Im so grateful that Laurie and my brother found each other. Everyone deserves a love like that. Just hug someone you love, express your emotions, and dont waste a moment. Life is terribly difficult and its all over way too soon. Spread some love.

Gary,
My dear friend and brother. We miss you dearly and think of you everyday. What a life you had and what a life you gave my family especially my mother (Fran) and my mother in law (Angela). You always gave love and support to us and your heart ♥ was bigger than life itself. I will always remember our times together and the fun we had. O the stories.
What you and Laurie meant to my children will ever be etched in my heart. I miss you so much!!! Don't worry we will...

I didn't know Gary but, I know you and I can imagine what a genuinely good man he was.