Dr. Howard Harvey Berlin

Dr. Howard Harvey Berlin obituary

Dr. Howard Harvey Berlin

Howard Berlin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Mitzvah Memorial Funerals - Northbrook on Sep. 25, 2025.
Dr. Howard Harvey Berlin, age 94. Beloved husband of Norma, nee Gerstein; loving father of Jeffrey (Linda) Berlin, Jordan (the late Mary Ellen) Berlin and Fern (the late John) Holler; loving grandfather of Rebecca and Sam Berlin; dear brother of the late Dr. Leonard Berlin, who passed away 3 weeks ago and is survived by his wife Phyllis Berlin; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Howard was an anesthesiologist and department chairman at Gottlieb Hospital. Funeral Monday September 29 th at 10:30 am at West Suburban Temple Har Zion, 1040 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest, IL 60305. Interment to follow at Westlawn Cemetery-Norridge. Family and friends who cannot attend can watch the funeral and interment on Howard's webpage on www.mitzvahfunerals.com live, or any time after the funeral. In lieu of flowers contributions in Howard's name to West Suburban Temple Har Zion www.harzion.org would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Mitzvah Memorial Funerals, 630-MITZVAH 630-648-9824

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September 29, 2025

Phyllis Baren posted to the memorial.

September 27, 2025

The Hilker Family posted to the memorial.

September 25, 2025

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Phyllis Baren

September 29, 2025

My Condolences to Norma, Jeffrey, Jordy and Fern on the death of Howard Berlin, their husband and father. "May His Soul be Resting in Peace".
Phyllis Baren

The Hilker Family

September 27, 2025

Our deepest condolences to Norma Berlin and the entire Berlin family on the passing of our dear friend Howard. Our many years of friendship with Howard (and Norma) brought us nothing but joy. A thoughtful, kind, witty, loving man with a beautiful smile, Howard will be deeply missed.

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September 29, 2025

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September 27, 2025

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September 25, 2025

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