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Harvey L. Walner

Chicago, Illinois

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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Walner, Harvey L.Harvey L. Walner, 88, of Chicago, ringer for Robert Redford, founder of Harvey L. Walner & Associates Ltd. in 1973 where he pioneered the use of television advertising, former President of Hillcrest Country Club where his short game made up for his mediocre drives, owner of...

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To Jon and the Walner family, My sincere condolences on the passing of Mr. Walner. He was a colorful, strong, humorous, helpful and great presence. I remember working for HLW & Associates (when on 230 W Monroe) in the early 1990's and enjoyed my time there. I was so shocked to see this but I am sending my thoughts and prayers out to the Walner family at this time of great loss. Mr. Walner was one of a kind! He is now with Keith though. May he rest in peace.

Barbara, John, Dana, Julie, and Dean, Lynn and I send our sincere condolences on the death of Harvey. He was an amazing person. It was a pleasure to know and work with Harvey and Barbara, and to get to know the wonderful children they raised, and the great people those children married. He was proud of all of you, and his grandchildren. You were all a blessing to him in his life, may his memory be a blessing in yours. Best wishes Dana Terp

Walner family, thinking of you all at this sad time. Sending prayers and thoughts your way. ❤

I am so so sorry for your loss- Aaron Walner

Dear Barbara, So sorry to hear about Harvey. I have very fond memories of our time at Hillcrest & the fun shows we were in together. May his memory be for a blessing.

My sincere condolences to the entire Walner Family. Harvey is a legend, in advertising, in profession, in character, grit & personal strength, and also in natural charm! Harvey was a pioneer who blasted the doors open for attorneys in advertising. Through his efforts to reach people in need, and then to give them superb legal representation, he and his firm were able to help thousands who were adversely affected by injury! Harvey was a tough man who was quite confident in his judge of...