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Edwin Horak Obituary

Edwin M. Horak, age 85. Loving husband of the late Geraldine "Geri" Horak nee Harris. Beloved father of Diane Silha, Steven (Lenna Silberman-Scott) Horak. Proud Zadie of Joseph Horak, Meirav Horak, Cameron Silha, Ellie Horak, Lauren Scott, and Andrew Scott. Brother-in-law of Marvin (Sheila Auspitz) Harris. Service Thursday 11 AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment Waldheim Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Jewish Child & Family Services 5150 Golf Road, Skokie, IL 60077 www.jcfs.org or The ARK 6450 North California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60645 www.arkchicago.org. To attend the funeral live stream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 14, 2022.

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Steven Horak

November 3, 2022

I just read the wonderful comments that you all made about my father and realized how many lives he touched How he was such a wonderful teacher to others in giving. Thank you so much for such kind words.

Roman Grosman

September 30, 2022

Ed was my first and greatest mentor when I started in IG business at Air Liquide. I have learned a lot from him - how to listen to the customer, close deals, travel in style and how to order the right Martini with three lemon twists. I still share Ed's wisdom and stories with the next generation. His larger then life personality, sense of humor and compassion will be missed and remembered. My sincerest condolences to the family.

R. Spehn

September 29, 2022

Eddy was my career mentor. He took a chance and hired me when I was really too young for the job....but he gave me that shot. 46 years later, I retired from that very business. I owe Ed everything. He opened a door for me that changed my life. I could not possibly thank him enough. I miss you old friend.

Mike Griffith

September 18, 2022

I had the pleasure of working with Ed for over 40 years. He was one of the best managers and true friend you could count on for advise. We´ll all miss his laugh and sound wisdom.

Lorraine Lawrence

September 14, 2022

In loving memory of a loving person. My condolences to the family.
I worked for Ed at Air Liquide.
Lorraine Lawrence

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