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Jerry EtsHokin Obituary
88, of Scottsdale / Chicago passed away peacefully in his sleep November 27, 2016 in Scottsdale, AZ. Beloved husband of Janet EtsHokin (nee Mayer) for 63 years; sister of Rosanne (Krevitt Damore); father of Laurie (Peter) Mychaels, Richard (Connie) Etshokin, and David (Julie) EtsHokin; and grandfather of Aaron Etshokin, Eriika Etshokin, Sara EtsHokin (fiance, Adam Horovitz), Emily EtsHokin (Eytan Azaria), Rachel EtsHokin, Molly Mychaels, and Alex Mychaels. Following his military service in Alaska and long stock and option trading career in Chicago, Jerry was a great appreciator and cultivator of the arts, a voracious reader, and an avid world traveler. He spent the last thirty-four years a devoted grandfather to his seven grandchildren who remember him adoringly for his Disneyland trips, card games, endless interest and support in their lives, and willingness to be silly when presented with a mask or traditional dress during their treasured family travels. Whether reading a wartime novel or watching the stock market tick across his screens, he was always happy to be interrupted by his family, especially if they came bearing onion rings or chocolate cake. He will be remembered for his warmth and light. To his family, he made the world brighter. And the world remains as such after his passing. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date. Donations to Hospice of the Valley at 13614 N. 59th Ave, Glendale AZ 85304 are appreciated in lieu of flowers.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry EtsHokin
Mary Jacobs
April 3, 2017
Janet, this is Mary Jacobs. I woke up this morning with you and Jerry on my mind. I put your name in and got this. So sorry to hear about Jerry. I think about you all the time. Please call me at 9894433700. Love you.
Cheryl Aponte
December 8, 2016
My sincere condolences to the EtsHokin family. His Field Museum family will miss him very much.
December 1, 2016
I think about you Jerry and Etshokin family. I'll never forget his smile and good mood.
Your friend from France
Maxime de Buttet
December 1, 2016
I think about you Jerry and Etshokin family. I'll never forgot his smile and good mood.
your family'friend from France
Maxime de Buttet
[email protected]
Lenoir
November 30, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help the Etshokin family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13
Tom Brady
November 30, 2016
I worked with Jerry for years on the CBOE. He was a great trader full of integrity, the key word in our business. We also recently lost Ernie Naiditsch, a great friend of Jerrys. He was a good man with a great smile and spectacular sense of humor. I'm still at the CBOE- and we will have a minute of silence in his honor
Val Sutherland
November 30, 2016
My condolence to Janet and the family. Jerry was an interesting, loving and kind man. I will always cherish his memory and remember his smile.
Crystal
November 30, 2016
Heartfelt condolences to the EtsHokin family. May the God of comfort, give you peace that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time. I hope you find the promise at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 consoling.
Barbara Naiditch
November 30, 2016
So sorry to hear about Jerry, but we have many memories together. We loved playing bridge with him and Janet. It was so much fun. I don't remember whose turn it was next for us to go out for dinner because we all forgot. Thanks for the memories.
Ellen Gorney
November 30, 2016
Janet, thinking of you and remembering Jerry for his hospitality, generosity and his love for you , his family and life.
D. Psalms 55:22 Andrews
November 30, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 29, 2016
May his memory be a blessing.
My sincere condolences,
Sherry (Eytan's mom)
Marcia Peterson
November 29, 2016
I did not see Jerry often, but he always made me feel so welcome with his huge smile, quick wit, and warm hug. It was always clear that his family meant more to him than anything. Truly a gentleman - and a gentle man. I will remember him fondly.
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