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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Grubman
Noreen Winningham
July 21, 2020
I hold two memories of Steve most dear. The first was of his generous charity on behalf of shelter animals. His dog balls, if you will, held at his studio, with donations entitling the giver to a photo portrait of their pet were such a fine example of his kind and loving spirit. His portrait of my dog, Winston captured all of his canine beauty and dignity. The photo is a cherished gift of Steves exceptional talent. The second memory was of a random visit to his studio one afternoon. Steve and his father were sitting together on a couch bathed in light from a window, talking. I wasnt eavesdropping, but I was struck by the mutual love and respect that they so obviously shared with each other. It was just beautiful. I hold that image in my minds eye still. Steve was a very special human being.
Andrew Greenberg
July 21, 2019
Such a good guy! Always gracious to me and fun to spend time with.
Andrew Greenberg
November 20, 2013
I met Steve about eight years ago through a mutual friend.
He was always very nice to me and generously shared with me his love for movies.
He never really spoke to me about his professional success - he had great humility.
I'm very glad that I had a chance to know him.
My heartfelt condolences to Andrea and the Grubman Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Kent Simon
September 25, 2013
I remember working with Steve on the design for his first photo studio in an old Chicago warehouse building, in the early 1970's. So I knew him when he sported that fabulous dark moustache - I remember that moustache as if it were yesterday. He could have easily been mistaken for Corky Siegel of the Segal Schwall Blues Band. I was Howie's friend and Steve was someone that I looked up to - easy going, with good judgment, motivated and thoughtful. He even helped me in my search for my first apartment in Rogers Park. His goodness is not forgotten.
Missie Bender
August 6, 2013
Dear Andrea, Natalie, Erica and Josh,
Our hearts go out to you at this terribly sad time. The wonderful stories you shared of Steve at his memorial service were so touching. I know that memories like these will continue to give you comfort and help to keep Steve's warm and wonderful spirit stay alive.
Louie-Jill Avon
August 2, 2013
Dear Andrea and Family,
We just found out about Steve a few hours ago..I have been freinds with Steve for 54 years .We are still in.shock.I will never forget Steve.Words can not describe how sorry we are.
Paul Sherman
July 31, 2013
My deepest condolences to Andrea and the family. Steve was truly one of the great photographers here in Chicago... as a photographer myself he was someone I always looked up to and admired for his vision and success in the photographic community...and of course...his genuine warm heart.
July 31, 2013
My heart goes out to Andrea and the family.
Steve was a very bright light.
Diane Vanaria
Barbara Bowen
July 31, 2013
Blessings to Steve's family, what a warm and memorable soul, such a pleasure knowing him in Chicago.
Neil Schierstedt
July 30, 2013
Sorry to hear this. You will be missed in the photographic community.
Joan Fine
July 30, 2013
Dearest Steve, All the wonderful years of sharing ... one look into your soul was all any one needed to know that God had blessed us with someone so gifted and special beyond what words could describe... No wisdom can I find that is greater than your kindness.. you made it easy for others to see what you felt behind the lens of your camera. You captured beauty, love, magic with your photo's but mostly dear one you lived the life you were blessed with... leaving footprints on earth that will be hugged forever with your spirit of unending love. You inspired everyone who walked along side you.... always in our hearts... always captured in your families love and hearts forever... no one can be prepared for this my dear friend please watch over us with your soulfull eyes and magical smile. hugs
Joan and George Fine
John McCallum
July 30, 2013
God Speed, Steve. You will be remembered.
Jodi Miller
July 29, 2013
I've been walking around with a heavy heart the past few days. Steve's passing is not only a loss to the ad community but to the world. I feel honored, truly honored to have worked with him and to have known him. The animals lost a gentle soul and partner . Jodi Miller
Carol and Joe Goddard
July 29, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to Andrea, Josh, Natalie, Erica, Carolyn and all of Steve's family and friends. I had the pleasure and honor of working with Steve during the Montgomery Ward years. As well as being an excellent photographer, he as always a kind and generous man that was well respected by his peers. Joe and I will always remember the fun wedding party for us, held at his studio and our many laughs over silly labrador retriever stories about our dogs. Steve will live on in our hearts and memories.
Always an intelligent man who lived his life to the fullest
Roberta
July 29, 2013
July 29, 2013
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. What a talented gentle, man who brought great joy to his family and friends, not to mention his clients. Steve did wonderful, commercial photography for many years for Montgomery Ward Retail Advertising. Chuck Kupris Plainfield, Il.
Maia Dunkel
July 29, 2013
My deepest sympathies to family and friends. I am thinking of you.
Lynn Persin
July 29, 2013
Dear Grubman Family, We are so sorry for this great loss. There are no words that accurately convey how heartbreaking this news is and how much your family must be hurting right now. Please find strength and love through your amazing family and network of friends during this difficult time.
Sending Hugs,
Lynn Renee Persin & Craig Persin
Doug Brooks
July 29, 2013
Deepest sympathies to his huge family who I hope will fill the void with wonderful stories that bring smiles over the coming weeks. Doug Brooks.
July 29, 2013
Dear Grubman Family,
The Holden Family is so very sorry for the loss of Steve. Steve was a wonderful man, and we so enjoyed sharing some of our daughters' New Trier experiences together with you and him. We are comforted by the fact his life was a rich one, as was wonderfully portrayed during yesterday's service. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please let us know if we can help out in away way. Blessings. Arthur and Betsy Holden
Greg Hamlin
July 29, 2013
Andrea and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, I was completely disheartened with the news as I always admired and enjoyed working with Steve and his staff over the years.
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Greg Hamlin
Richard Beauchamp
July 29, 2013
Dear Andrea and Carolyn, I am saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He will be greatly missed by his many friends, both two and four-legged.
July 29, 2013
Dear Andrea & Family,
Our condolences to you for Steve's passing. May your wonderful memories soon out weigh your sadness. With love,
Debbie & Bill Hunzinger
Winston by Steve Grubman
Noreen Winningham
July 29, 2013
Steve's mom went to puppy kindergarten with me and my dog Winston and immediately pronounced Winston to be Behaviorally Disabled! Years later when Steve was taking Winston's portrait, he would position him, step away, and as soon as he reached for the shutter, Winston would change position. This went on repeatedly and just when Steve gave me the exact same expression of exasperation that his mother had used in that puppy class!, Winston sighed, laid down and Steve took an absolutely regal portrait of my best friend! I think of Steve whenever I see that photo, and am always amazed at just how special a place he has in my heart, then, now and forever more.
Chris Benoodt
July 28, 2013
Andrea, Carolyn and family,
I was saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was a great talent and wonderful man. Please accept my condolences.
July 28, 2013
Dear Andrea, we are very sorry to hear of your husband passing away. Our thoughts are with you and your children. So sorry for your loss.. Pam and David Kahn
Beth kamhi
July 28, 2013
Dear Andrea, Natalie and Erica,
The service was amazing and brought so many wonderful memories of Steve. I am blessed to have known him.
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time and hope your memories of such a wonderful father, husband and friend brings you comfort.
Beth Kamhi
Robb Packer
July 28, 2013
Dear Andrea and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Steve, he was an amazing human being, I am sure you do not remember me, but I am the author of a couple books on Chicago's Forgotten Synagogues, Steve was generous with his synagogue photos he contributed to my work, I will forever be in his debt, he was a great influence on me and my work, my thoughts and prayers go out to you,
Fondly
Robb Packer
Sally Murphy
July 28, 2013
Andrea, Carolyn and family, so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you, what a great guy and a wonderful photographer.
Lisa Kunst
July 28, 2013
A wonderful, talented man. It was an honor to know and work with Steve. Sending prayers and love to the Grubman family. With Deepest Sympathy, Lisa Kunst
July 28, 2013
I am very sorry to hear about Steve's passing. I had the opportunity to tour Steve's studio when I was a student at Harrington. Chicago has lost a great one.
- David Stearn
Lisa Perez
July 28, 2013
Steve was one of the kindest, most genuine, most talented photographers I have ever had the honor of working with. I am shocked and saddened by the news. My sincerest condolences to all his family, friends, and co-workers. What a loss for Chicago and the photographic community.
Eric Revels
July 28, 2013
A great talent and even greater person, Steve was a friend and mensch. And will be deeply missed.
Dione White
July 28, 2013
Dear family and friends of Steve,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know how much he touched so many lives with his spirit. He truly was one of the kindness people I have ever worked for. He was an inspiration and will be greatly missed.
Patty Killackey
July 28, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Steve was an amazing man who lit up a room with his presence and talent. He will not be forgotten.
John Geiger
July 28, 2013
My heart and prayers go out to Andrea, Carolyn, Dave, and the whole Grubman family. As much as someone in my field would likely aspire to be like Steve as a photographer, I admired his kindness, respect, and compassion even more.
Thank you Steve for being a friend and inspiration to not only me, but those who are lucky enough to have met you. You are greatly missed.
Kevin Raber
July 28, 2013
Steve will be missed but not forgotten. His images will bring smiles for a long time to come. His stories he shared will endure. I'll miss you Steve. You are a great inspiration in so many ways.
Kevin Raber and Debra Fadely
Matt Dinerstein
July 28, 2013
Chicago has lost a talented photographer, and a kind spirit.
Cindy Trim
July 27, 2013
My deepest sympathies to you Andrea, Carolyn, Erica and Natalie. You all and Steve were so kind to me and my family and Steve was such a great mentor. He was also an incredible contributor to the entire photographic community. I just loved that man! We will all miss him. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Linda & Jeff Stern
July 27, 2013
We are so sad to hear about Steve's death. Our hearts go out to Andrea & his children. We are truly sorry for the loss of your husband & father.
Karen Blatchford
July 27, 2013
Steve had a huge heart, a talented eye and a love for animals. I'm honored to have worked with him and the Chicago creative community will miss you dearly! My thoughts and prayers are with your family! Sending big hugs to his girls!
Callie Lipkin
July 27, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to Steve's family for their loss. Everyone who knew Steve knew what a tremendously giving person he was. There will be a huge empty place in our lives with his passing.
Robert Randall
July 27, 2013
I'm very sad to hear of Steve's passing. For more than 30 years, he was a good friend and a great competitor. Throughout all those years, I could search the depths of my soul and never find anything but kind words for him. He will be dearly missed.
Carl Corey
July 27, 2013
I'm am very saddened to hear of Steve's passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Godspeed Steve.
July 27, 2013
Steve was a kind and generous person. We are all better for having known him.
DM
Daniel Broten
July 27, 2013
He was an incredibly creative and talented photographer,
with a strong Family bond. He always respected and inspired those lucky enough to know and work with him.
My time with Steve was limited,
but his spirit will be with me always.
He was a wonderful Man, and will live on through
the memories we will all continue to carry.
Peace.
Gloria & Eddie Biondo
July 27, 2013
It's difficult to know what to say just now...except that you and your family have our condolencs.
Lowell Beyer
July 27, 2013
My love and sadness
From Lowell an old friend.
Courtney Rust
July 27, 2013
Steve was truly an admirable man in every way. He was humble, caring, and always willing to help anyone that asked. He will be remembered for his legacy not only as one of Chicago's best photographers, but also an all around wonderful human being. My deepest condolences go out to the Grubman family.
Therese Maginot
July 27, 2013
My heart goes out to the Grubman family. I have worked with Steve, Andrea and Carolyn many times. And every time was just joy for me. I have always been in awe of Steve's talents and his spirit. Steve, you will be so so missed.
Bill Skinner
July 27, 2013
Surprised and saddened to hear of the loss of Steve. My heart goes out to Andrea and family during this challenging time. Let the bright memories of Steve carry you.
Peter Kuehnel
July 27, 2013
So sorry to hear of this. Steve was a wonderful man, nice neighbor, and an extreme talent. He will be missed.
Karas Cahill
July 27, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I have nothing but good memories of such a kind and talented man. Much love to all in this time of
sorrow.
Karas Cahill
kimber leigh nussbaum
July 27, 2013
the world lost a really great friend, a great photographer and all around nice nice nice man. yesterday.
i am honored to have called him my friend.
sending big hugs to the grubmandel families.
b'shalom
kimber leigh nussbaum
Josh Dreyfus
July 27, 2013
Very sorry to hear the news of Steve's passing. I had the pleasure of meeting him several times during the Montgomery Ward days. He was a wonderful, special photographer and an even better person. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.
Mary Karlson
July 27, 2013
Steve's legacy is too full to detail. Artistry, joy, humor, friendship, compassion to all creatures, and being completely genuine are what will live on from his example to this friend. Thank you, Steve.
Melissa McCallum
July 27, 2013
My deepest condolences for the loss of such a talented and generous human being.
Deborah Chapman
July 27, 2013
Another photographer, Marc Hauser told me yesterday about Steve being in hospice care. I was shocked and saddened to hear this news. Last night I emailed Steve to thank him for the beautiful photography he did for PAWS Chicago. Steve never received my message but I know his love of animals will fill his heart forever. Thank you, Steve. Rest in peace.
Scott Bolin
July 27, 2013
Steve,
It was an honor knowing you. Not only were you a truly talented photographer, but you were also a wonderful man. I am glad to have known you.
Andrea & family,
Our hearts go out to you.
With Love...
Scott Bolin & family
July 27, 2013
Dear Andrea, Natalie, Erica,
Please accept our deepest condolences for the your profound loss. We hope you find comfort in your happy memories and the love and support of your family and friends.
Sending hugs and love,
Melinda and Jim
Donna Petersen
July 27, 2013
I am shocked and saddened by Steve's untimely passing. I volunteered with him and Polly at the Rehab Center of Chicago in the Canine Therapy Corps program. I will forever remember and cherish the fabulous photos he took of my little dog Daisy. The world has lost a beautiful person.
Judy Keitz
July 27, 2013
I worked just a short time with Steve + Polly at RIC after they were certified and before I moved out of state, but Callie always raved about their work at CCAC. He was a kind and generous man; the CTC community, among others, has lost a great friend.
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