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Dr. Jeffrey Glass Obituary
Jeff is survived by his wife of 55 years, Michele Glass; sons Michael (Hillary) and Stephen (Laura Deeley) Glass; grandchildren Ruby and Asher Glass; and brother Gary (Debra) Glass. He will be deeply missed by his extended family and countless friends.
Jeff thrived on cultivating close friendships and found his greatest joy in being around others. For over 30 years, he met with his "Tuesday Night Guys" - a standing weekly dinner with friends. Then he added a Wednesday group, a Monday group, and a weekend breakfast group. Jeff loved golf, although his scores may not have always reflected his enthusiasm. Jeff loved showtunes, the theater, and mystery novels. He will be remembered for his warmth and kindness.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Chicago Jewish Funerals at 8851 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, Illinois 60077. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to Stephen Wise Temple, 15500 Stephen S. Wise Dr., Los Angeles, California 90077, www.wisela.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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Brianne Brown
January 21, 2025
My deepest condolences I met Dr Glass many years ago and he truly saved my life. The doctors didn´t believe I´d live after giving birth to my Asher and he promised me he´d keep me alive. I am who I am because of him. I know what I know and what I don´t know because of him. I asked Dr Glass to mentor me through my NP school after being his patient for over a decade. He said absolutely not so I visited him 3 more times and the last time I cried until he said yes. He was a tough mentor and I cried a lot that next year, but refused to leave. He always used to say you can´t practice medicine until you learn the art. He did not believe in a visual exam. Dr Glass taught me how to listen with my stethoscope and palpate the liver and I´ll never forget how proud he was of me when I found my first vascular murmur. I still to this day never miss a LDL or a patient gaining a pound. I also know when NOT to treat a patient. I´ll never forget his patient complained of symptoms of a heart attack and all her family came in fear and he put his arm on her shoulder and sent her home. I was so confused and he said that´s the art of medicine- that woman has a broken heart because her husband passed. I asked him how I would know and he said you just do. Last week my patient said I´m so stressed and I responded I know (just like Dr Glass would) and she looked at me perplexed and questioned how I knew. I responded gently because you always clear your throat when you´re stressed. It was a magical moment for me and sad because I couldn´t share that with him. I´m carrying on your torch Dr Glass and I still never stand up during a visit or touch the door handle because you never wanted a patient to feel like they didn´t matter or were being rushed. I will never forget you
Miriam Manno
December 6, 2024
I just found out about the passing of Dr. Glass. I met Dr. Glass when I was 19 years old. He diagnosed me with Crohn´s disease and kept me alive for over 30 years. I will always be grateful for his kindness and his expertise in his field. Thank you, Dr. glass. You are missed.
Marlene Aronow
November 10, 2024
I only recently became aware of Dr. Glass´s passing, and I am very saddened by this news. He was my physician for many years, and I always trusted and respected him. Dr.Glass was a wonderful doctor and a caring listener. I feel very privileged to have been his patient.
Kris Redmen
June 7, 2024
I first met Dr. Glass in 1980 at Highland Park Hospital. I wasn't doing too well and my Crohn's disease was in full force. He is the ONLY Doctor that ever helped me. He went on to help my mother-in-law, sister-in-law and brother-in-law and countless others. He was one of a kind when it came to caring for his patients. He always had a hug for you when you were leaving after a visit and you always felt that he cared about you and what you were going through. He was a great diagnostician and prolonged the life of his patients by who knows how long. I don't know how many people I recommended to go and see him (if they wanted to feel/do better). He will be missed by countless people that knew and loved him. I send condolences to his family. So sad to hear of his passing.
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Wayne Kowalski
April 9, 2024
I first met Dr Glass through my late wife whose life was saved by Dr Glass. My first visit he corrected previous diagnosis and cured my illness that I suffered five years prior. Dr Glass is our Hero and without him we wouldn´t have had our three sons. He wasn´t satisfied with patients feeling 90% he said why not 100%. He was such a dedicated caring physician over 40yrs for our family. Dr Glass and his family is always in our prayers especially at this time for their strength, comfort and knowing how much quality of life he imparted on others. We miss you.
Wayne Kowalski
Tom Spera
April 3, 2024
I met Dr Glass when he was an intern at Billings Hospital around 1972. He was observing my stomach surgery for Crohn's with Dr Musa and Dr Kirshner. About 1976 I needed a gastro doctor and as fate would have it a friend I made at Billings was seeing Dr Glass and had me go see him. At that time my Crohn's had flared up again and I was very sick. Dr Glass got me well and kept me that way for over 40 years with no more surgery's. He not only was my doctor but my friend who I could talk to about more than my health. Funny side note, being a magician I preformed at one of his son's Bar Mitzvah's.
Even when I retired from sales and moved to Arizona in 2019 I still kept Dr Glass as my doctor and would see him twice a year when I returned to Chicago.
I have to say I believe he saved my life and kept me healthy.
I will miss him. Tom Spera
Sarah Weigert
March 22, 2024
Dr. Glass was my gastro doctor as well as PCP. He took care of me through my many, many illnesses and personal trials. As of his retirement, he took great care of me since the birth of my twin daughters, for over 41 years.
May he rest in peace. God speed.
Aaron
March 11, 2024
He helped me and my family threw alote of rough timed
Kathleen A Craven
March 10, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Glass. Dr. Glass wa so kind and compassionate to my parents, Jack and Gerry Knight. They were blessed to be his patients. I will always be thankful for his caring for them.
Steve Rosen
March 8, 2024
We are sorry to hear about Dr. Glass´s passing. He was a great doctor as well as a wonderful caring person. He will be missed.
Toni & Steve Rosen
Fred Miller
March 8, 2024
Jeff was thoughtful,kind and engaging .He enjoyed medicine and cared greatly for his patients.He loved being with all types of people.He was never judgemental.Jeff,loved good jokes and even if they weren't so good.He loved
playing golf and did not care what level golfer he was playing with.
Jeff,we will miss you
RIP
Fred and Carole Miller
Jacquelyn Couvall
March 8, 2024
Dr. Glass was my Father's physician. My Father and I have high regard for him. My Father was his longest patient I believe. (Jack Smith). He was always positive and caring. Very sad to hear of his passing.
Jackie Couvall
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