James Stuart Adelman, died peacefully at home in Winnetka on January 29. Born in Chicago in 1938 to the late Ruth and Irwin Adelman and brother of Donald (deceased), Jim attended Francis Parker, Carleton College, and Columbia University Law School before launching a 45+ year career as an attorney. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Marcia, daughter Elizabeth, son Daniel (Elizabeth), grandchildren Jane and Jack, and sister-in-law Diane. Jim will be remembered for his energy and strength of spirit. Always up for the next adventure, he had a lifelong love of politics, news, books, music, theater, comedy, world travel and cuisine, and great anecdotes. He enjoyed nothing more than sharing these passions, and so much laughter, with his many friends and loving family. A great dancer and avid walker, Jim found new ways to exercise as Parkinson's disease continued to limit his mobility. The family is deeply grateful to their caregivers, Elsa, Jun, Ed, and Jeffrey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkinson's Foundation, www.parkinson.org or Am Yisrael Congregation, www.amyisrael.org. Services are private. To leave condolences and for information, including a link to view the service: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home (847) 255-3520 or www.shalom2.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jan. 31 to Feb. 4, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for James Adelman

10 Entries

Thomas Keeler, MD

February 6, 2021

My condolences to the Adelmans. It was an honor to know him. He always was an upbeat and forward thinker.

James

February 3, 2021

Heartfelt condolences to the family

Janet and Harold Versten

February 1, 2021

Dear Marcia
We are so sorry to learn about Jimmy's
illness and death.
I have so many fond memories of growing up, and spending Thanksgiving holidays with him and Donny, hosted by Aunt Ruth and Uncle Irwin.
May Jim's memory be a blessing.
With heartfelt condolences,
Janet and Harold

Gail Duberchin

February 1, 2021

Dear Marcia,
I am so sorry to hear about Jim's death. My heart is broken for you. May his memory be a blessing and may you be comforted by your family and friends and good memories.
Fondly, Gail Duberchin

Bob Bernstein

January 31, 2021

Dear Marcia,

My heart goes out to you and the family. Both Jim and yourself have had such a lasting impression on the person I am today. I have so many memories of dinners, seders, music discussions, sports debates, and so many more things that were instrumental to my young adulthood. Someone as witty and vibrant as Jim, will not just be remembered but he will be missed deeply by many. Our hearts are with you at this time.

With Love,
Bobby, Marjorie, Ella and Cole

Rochelle and Ed

January 31, 2021

Marcia, Elizabeth, Danny and Diane,

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of Jim. I have so many memories with him as well as the rest of you Adelmans. From all of our fancy, gourmet dinners, to Ravinia to the many rock concerts Jim and Marcia attended with us.

Your entire family is in our thoughts. Jim was a wonderful friend to our family. He will be missed. May his memory forever be a blessing.

Much love,
Ed and Rochelle Donahue

Ralph Bernstein and Gila Peller

January 31, 2021

We really enjoyed the times we had together for many years, and reading the Trib was the way we found that Jim passed away. We do remember the great dinners and Ravinia gatherings we had together, and hope that this can come about again after this terrible virus is not with us anymore. Gila and I enjoyed being with both of you some time ago and she was saddened just as much as I in reading the notice. We do hope that all of you can look forward with chin up high remembering the years that he was with all of us laughing at jokes . Jim, in our estimation was a high standard guy, with intelligence above most that are in our daily lives. All we can say is please accept our sincere sympathies and hopefully we can see each other again and start over.

Ralph/Gila

jerry zisook

January 31, 2021

Marcia,

I am very sorry to read of your loss.

My condolences.

Jerry

Libby Joyce

January 31, 2021

Dear Marcia, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the many wonderful memories you have of Jim will help you through such a difficult time.

DAVID & Elaine Greenberg

January 31, 2021

MARCIA-PLEASE ACCEPT OUR CONDOLENCES. WISH WE HAD BEEN ABLE TO SEE BOTH OF YOU OVER THE YEARS.

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