Sheldon-Baskin-Obituary

Sheldon Baskin

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Sheldon Baskin, 80, passed away on June 26, at his home on Grant Place in Lincoln Park. He was surrounded by his wife of 41 years, Judy Wise, and the rest of his family, including Kim, Jeff, Colin, Young, and Jon. He is also survived by his son-in-law Kevin Chalker, and his grandsons, Gabriel and...

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Wishing family and friends wonderful memories of a wonderful human, on behalf of Alan L. Rappaport.

In memory of Sheldon, all his wonderful accomplishments in life and lifelong friendships. May the wonderful memories you all share bring you comfort on this anniversary.

Again, I express my sympathies to Sheldon's family on the anniversary of his passing. I know my dad, Alan Rappaport , would be very sad about his passing. They once were good friends. Tracey

I just heard from Stephen Klein that Shelly passed away. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Although I haven't seen him in many years you two were special to my dad, Alan. Judy (and family) take care, and my thoughts are with you as your continue to grieve the loss of your dear husband. Tracey Rappaport Greenwood

To Judy and all the family.

this comes from Australia and a very old cobber of Shelly. He and I were students in London in 1961, we travelled to Eastern Europe and Israel together and drove across communist Eastern bloc to return to the UK. we had been in intermittent contact ever since. both of us lawyers with a social conscience. Shelly was a contributor not a drawer, an irreverent spark not a pastiche. His memory will live in the minds of many of us colonials.
The Hon. Prof...

Dear Kim and Family,

On behalf of the Petey Greene Family, I extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your Father. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting him, I have heard so many wonderful stories about him from his Princeton classmates.

The loss of a cherished loved one always leaves a terrible void. We trust that the memory of you Father's generosity, kindness and all of the good that he did will help to fill that void. We're keeping you all in our...

This is late but I thought this might be appreciated. I will always cherish the moments spent with you guys, over 15 years later I still have this.

Dear Judy and Family,
Shelly was a wonderful and very smart mensch whom I first met when both Judy and Shelly joined the BPI Board. He accomplished much and cared for many in advancing social and economic justice and better housing for many. My condolences to the Baskin-Wise family.
Go White Sox!
Best wishes, Howard Learner

DEAR JUDY AND FAMILY, my thoughts, my prayers, my sincere condolences on Shelly's passing. I only know him to be a good man, and that matters the most . May he Rest In Peace in the loving embrace of Our Most High. From: Hayley and family