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Allen Goodman Obituary
Beloved husband of Arlyn Friedman Goodman. Loving father of Paul Goodman, the late Sheri Goodman and special father of Laura (Barry) Gordon and David (Halee Sage) Friedman and Andrew Friedman. Proud grandfather of Casey, Lindsey, Sydney, Layne, Miles and Weber. Dear brother of the late Robert (Carol) Goodman. Graveside service Wednesday 1:30PM at Westlawn Cemetery (Poppy Section) 7801 W. Montrose Ave., Norridge. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation, 1500 N. Halsted St., Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60642, www.lynnsage.org. To attend the funeral live stream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822,
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Brett Jauss
December 29, 2023
I was Allen's barber in Florida. I first met him about 5 years ago at kennedy's all American barbershop where he became my client. Allen would come in twice a week for a straight razor shave and a nap lol. Allen an I became friends over the years. He was a good guy and always made me laugh. I will never forget the game we used to play at the end of his shave he would always give me a $20 tip but before he would give it to me he would pick a number from the long number on the bill and he would say something like 2 twos or 3 fours and I had to call if he was bluffing or not. We would also bet if my client Josh after him would be late or not for his appointment because more often he would be late lol. Allen was always a trip to be around. I'm Sry for you and your families loss. He will be greatly missed. I wish you and your family all the best and send my love. R.I.P Allen
Joshua Yager
December 28, 2023
First met Allen in 2021 at a barbershop in Delray Beach,FL. We admired each other stories as we both had family from Chicago. While he would visit a few times per year, we had appointments either before or after each other. Always nice to see him smiling and telling me about his family.
I appreciate opportunity meeting and seeing Allen, he was like a grandfather figure.
My condolences to his family during this time
Barbara Chotiner
December 28, 2023
So very sorry Arlyn. Sending my sincere sympathy and love.
Barb Chotiner
Kim Gonano
December 26, 2023
We have fun memories of eating Chicago hot dogs with him. He made all us laugh! My daughter, Rachel, loved spending time with Papa. Thinking and praying for all of you
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