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Milton Kolman Obituary
Kolman, Milton J. age 68, loving father of Richard (Holly) Kolman, Mora (Jerry) Sacks and Beth (Michael) Wexler, proud grandfather of Samantha Sacks, Madeline Sacks, Cole Wexler, Lindsay Kolman and Camryn Wexler, dear brother of the late Judge Burton A. Kolman, loving uncle of Joe, Bruce and Carmela Kolman, very special friend of Fran Kolman. Funeral Friday, 1:30 p.m., at The Weinstein Family Services Wilmette Chapel, 111 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette, (1 blk. North of Old Orchard Rd.). Interment Westlawn Cemetery, Chicago. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 833 W. Washington St., Chicago, IL, 60607. Info: 847-256-5700To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
bunny and honey
June 13, 2005
As you always said, when life gives you lemons make lemonade!!! we have!!!
Bruce Kolman
January 11, 2005
It was during my freshman year of college in Los Angeles. I was walking into my dorm when a friend running out the entrance turned back and shouted “Uncle Milty’s here!” Huh? I go to my room, people are squeezing through my door, the room was packed. And there he was, my uncle, on a surprise visit, sitting in the middle of the room, my chair his throne, the dorm in attendance, assistants taking notes as he dispatched envoys here and there, scheduling excitement, loving life, loving people, leaving his amazing imprint on everyone he met.
There just aren’t any uncles like Milt. He doesn’t wonder how you are. He has to know what’s going on, what you’re doing, tell me again, you’re crazy, you’re brilliant, your armpits smell, here’s what you need to do, call so and so…making you laugh when you don’t want to, making you feel special when you don’t, telling you the truth when you need to see it, telling you who you are when you won’t admit it…doing everything he could to make your world okay.
Milt gave me so many things: my first stereo, my first car, my second car, my first lawyer pinstripe suit, the avenue to my trading career, a home to hold my wedding, road trip memories to last lifetimes.
But Milt gave me what I needed most: unconditional love, a connection to my Dad, a place from which to mark my wandering…blurring the line between uncle and father, between cousins and siblings.
He was Milt, my Uncle Milty, one of a kind. I will always miss him and love him.
I thank God for giving Milt to my father, my brother, my sister and I.
I thank God for giving us Milt and Fran who so warmly included us in their home.
I pray for God to bless Milt and grant him peace.
Carmela Kolman
December 23, 2004
Dear Uncle Milty,
Thank you for being there for us after your beloved brother, my father, tragically died at age 34. Being only 6, I never really knew my father and only learned about him through all the wonderful stories you shared with us. These stories also taught me about my late grandfather and his family, and gave me a sense of history that filled me with pride.
Thank you for watching over my two brothers and me, for including us in your family vacations, and for taking us out nearly every weekend. Whether it was a wonderful restaurant or just a hot dog at Wessley's, it was always fun when it was with you.
Only someone who truly loved us could have guided us like you did, bluntly pointing out our missteps but always praising our accomplishments. You and Aunt Fran taught me that I deserved only the best that life had to offer, which lifted me up after losing my father.
Losing you has been like losing my father all over again, because you were my only link to him and his memory. I will always love and miss you, Uncle Milty. But I also know that you are always with me, for I would not be the person I am today without you.
Love, your niece,
Carmela Kolman
aka “Carmoola”
Liz Gottainer
October 21, 2004
Uncle Milty...I was lucky enough to be introduced as Milt's "3rd daughter". I moved to Colony Point when I was five years old and became instant best friends with Beth Kolman. The Kolmans became my second family.
I can honestly say my life, my spirit, my personality, would not be the same with out Milt Kolman in my life.
Thank you Uncle Milty for driving hebrew school car pool, Friday night candy night, ghost stories at our slumber parties, weekend trips to Michigan,Marco Island, including me in all the Kolman family events.
You treated us like little adults until we were adults. You showed me love, family, humor charity, commitment, dedication, and courage. You were brave, brilliant and one of a kind! Thank you for having me in your life as your "3rd daughter". I love you and miss you forever.
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Nancy Klong
October 6, 2004
I missed much of the legend of Uncle Milty but heard stories of his kindnesses and antics from his wife and, my best friend, Fran. I remember Fran telling me the story of how Milt had helped a client adopt a baby. Fran was so proud of Milt and I could see how she so admired her husband. I thought Milt was a lucky man to have a wife that adored him.
Then one day I acquired my own Milt story. Milt called me. He said I know you're getting a divorce and your life is changing.
I want you to know that you must always continue to be a good friend to Fran.
My first reaction was surprise. Milt was talking to me, as if I were a child, that needed to know the meaning of friendship.
Then I paused, and realized Milt had no boundaries when it came to protecting his wife. I saw a very loving intent and, I responded by explaining that I valued my friendship with Fran and that would never change.
We never spoke another word about this exchange and I knew we had an unspoken covenant- Milt knew he might not always be able to be here for Fran, but he had the comfort in knowing that she would have the support of a strong friendship.
I believe Milt's 'meddling' was a testimony to his involvement and love for his wife. And, Fran was lucky to have been the receipient of this special love.
Craig Gutmann
October 1, 2004
It has been 20 years since I last had any menaingful contact with Milt, but his legacy will stay with me for years to come. There are many traits I admired about Milt, the leader of the Kolman clan ( a family which provided me with lasting memories during my teen years). He was a kind person who was always willing to make the extra effort to help others. He loved his 3 children very much, and Mora constantly talked about how great of a father he was , which I believe is the ultimate compliment a person can receive. However, his most distinctive characteristic was his ability to have fun without worrying whether he was embarassing himself. To summarize, Uncle Milty made this world a better place, and he will be certaintly be missed by all.
Craig Gutmann
September 29, 2004
It has been 20 years since I last had any menaingful contact with Milt, but his legacy will stay with me for years to come. There are many traits I admired about Milt, the leader of the Kolman clan ( a family which provided me with lasting memories during my teen years). He was a kind person who was always willing to make the extra effort to help others. He loved his 3 children very much, and Mora constantly talked about how great of a father he was , which I believe is the ultimate compliment a person can receive. However, his most distinctive characteristic was his ability to have fun without worrying whether he was embarassing himself. To summarize, Uncle Milty made this world a better place, and he will be certaintly be missed by all.
Sue and Howard Wolff
September 27, 2004
Uncle Milty,
You taught me how to barbecue
You were my business mentor
You were my friend
You were my confidante
You made us laugh
You made us cry
Thank you Uncle Milty. We will miss you but we know you are at peace. Love, Sue and Howard
Mora Sacks
September 26, 2004
Shortly after my father died, I turned on the radio and heard this song written by Johnny Nash "I can See Clearly Now....He sang this to me and I truly believe he is at peace.
"I can see clearly now, the rain is gone....I can see all obstacles in my way.....Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind....It's gonna be a bright bright Sun-shiny day....I think I can make it now, the pain is gone...All of the bad feelings have disappeared.......Here is the rainbow I've been prayin' for......It's gonna be a bright bright Sun-shiny day.......Look all around, there's nothin' but blue skies...Look straight ahead, nothin' but blue skies.....
We love you Dad
Michael Murray
September 24, 2004
Thanksgivings and various vacations always meant laughing and talking with my beloved extended family in Chicago. My "Uncle Milty" was always the center of these moments as his magnetic personality did not let him be anywhere else. I wouldn't have such a great appreciation for comedy, art, and love of life if it were not for Uncle Milty. He was a celebrity who also happened to be my uncle. I love you Uncle Milty!
Allyson & Jay Sachs
September 15, 2004
Although we didn't know "Uncle Milty" very well, we feel lucky to have an extremely meaningful friendship with his children and grandchildren through which his legacy lives on. They are amazing people and he would be very proud.
Mary Leider Barss
September 13, 2004
I will miss my "Uncle Milty" very much... What a great guy! I have great memories of growing up with the Kolmans. Uncle Milty and all of the Kolmans always felt a part of their family. I am so sorry for your loss Ritchie, Mora and Beth. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, Mary.
Tracy Kaplan
September 10, 2004
I only met Milt a few times when Mora and Richie and I were in college together. What I do remember throughout the years is how close you were with him. You obviously made him very proud. I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Love,
Tracy Kaplan
Mike Gomberg
September 8, 2004
Back in the 60's, Milt and I had great fun together, working in Democratic campaigns, and conducting an interview program on some obscure radio station at the end of the dial. His sunny disposition will always be remembered.
Jill Oana
September 7, 2004
Milt was uniquely blessed with multiple gifts. He was funny, high-spirited, passionate, smart as a whip, energetic, incredibly generous and engaged with everyone he met. Anyone whoever met Milt, remembered him with flying colors. People felt safe and protected when they were around Milt. You always felt that everything was going to be ok when you were around him. I think, he and Fran together, passed these gift on to Mora, Beth and Rich. Milt will never be gone. For those of us who were fortunate enough to know him, he touched our lives and enriched us beyond physical limitations. We love you Milt and are relieved you are no longer suffering. xo Jill xo
Brad Cohen
September 4, 2004
Milton Kolman was the kind of man who you did not forget. I remember always feeling very welcome in the Kolman home. And more importantly, feeling that, Milt was always talking to me as an equal, not as a much younger man, or a friend of his daughter. More than once, as a young businessman(sort of), Mora told me to call her father for advice, and Milt could not have been more helpful. He was encouraging and always positive. He had such a nice way of making me feel special. My deepest condolences.
PAUL PITALIS
September 3, 2004
Our condolences. Milt was my Masonic Brother at Turner-Eastgate Masonic Lodge. May he rest in peace.
Mo & Lynn Egert
September 3, 2004
Our condolences to the family.
Mel Goldberg
September 3, 2004
Cousins Ruth & Mel Goldberg extend our most sincere condolances. We will always remember how wonderfully Milt treated our mother. Ida.
September 2, 2004
Deborah Dreyfuss-Tuchman
September 2, 2004
Dearest Friends:
Loss is truly the hardest part of life. May the dear memories comfort you and may your friends support you in your grief. We feel for you so.
Much love from your freinds, Deb, Jeremy, Haley and Danielle.
Harold & Roberta Seldin
September 2, 2004
With sincere condolences to the family from an old Lavergne Ave friend. Hal & Bobbie
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