Buffalo Grove, Illinois
J.S. "Jim" Fuerst, age 92, beloved husband of the late Dorothy; loving father of Ruth (James Block) Fuerst, Dan (Ronna) Schauben-Fuerst; proud grandfather of Matthew Neill, Sarah Becka, and Jesse Isaac. Funeral Services Sunday, 12 Noon at K.A.M. - Isaiah Israel Congregation, 1100 E. Hyde Park...
Read MoreDanny / Ruthie..
It was with some sadness that I read of your father's passing. I remember with pleasure the last time I saw your dad over diner in Chinatown with my folks. Jimmy was always full of life.
MARC AMSTADTER
December 08, 2009 | Chicago, IL
To: Jimmy Fuerst's family. Your dad/ grand dad/uncle, etc. was a very good human being, a bright teacher and a fun, interesting person both to know and to talk with. I lost touch with him back in the late 70s. Life intervenes I guess. He knew South Shore, the Stony Island corridor and Hyde Park like the back of his own hand. His loss is a great one for the city he loved and served in many ways. Jimmy saw through politicians' smoke screens and spoke out truthfully. He even wrote a piece in...
Bob Keeley
December 06, 2009 | Chicago, IL
Ruthie,
I just happened upon the Tribune's Obits and found out about your dad. My condolences to you and your family.
With Love,
Mina Parlin Seegers
Mina Parlin
December 05, 2009 | Bonaire, GA
I'm very saddened by the news, even though we've been expecting it. A personal letter will follow.
Jack Sullivan
December 05, 2009
