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Mr. Perry Lee Friedman

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Published by Menorah Gardens & Funeral Chapels - Southwest Ranches on Oct. 26, 2018.

Perry L. Friedman (1/6/33-10/21/18) son of Joseph and Minnie Friedman (dec'd), brother to Harold Friedman, Sharlee Friend, and Allen Friedman (all dec'd). Best friend of 80 yrs and married 63 yrs to his surviving wife Eileen Friedman nee Elfman, his children Fran (Rich) Harrington, J. and Jeff Friedman. Grandpa to Kyle (Dawn) Harrington, Ashley and Elyse Harrington, Zachary and Samuel Friedman. Uncle and Great uncle to many nieces and nephews and a close cousin to Chaya Himelman. Perry, a U.S. Army veteran, was an accomplished trumpeter who played with the likes of Doc Severinsen, Maynard Ferguson and many other Chicago musicians. He was the music educator and band director to thousands of students during his career at Frankfort and Chelsea Grade Schools in Illinois. His love of music, tennis and infectious laugh will be remembered forever. Donations can be made to Chicago Federation of Musicians and Disabled American Veterans.

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November 6, 2018

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November 1, 2018

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November 1, 2018

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November 6, 2018

My condolences to the family of Perry L. Friedman.
Mr. Friedman was my band director at Willowcrest Grade School in Mokena, Illinois from the time I was in 5th grade until 8th grade. (1972 through 1975) I have many fond memories of being a drummer in the marching band and the concert band in those days.
I remember soon after Lincoln Mall was built in Matteson, riding with him in his car on Sauk Trail with my drum set in the trunk of his car to play with him and the grade school jazz band in the middle of the Mall. I remember riding my bike 5 or 6 miles to the summer band program at Willowcrest School while being on summer vacation every summer. Mr. Friedman played a part in my own interest to make music and I have a continuing involvement making live music to this day. I am still hauling my drum set around performing all these years later. Thank you Mr. Friedman ! Rest in Peace - Eric Larson

November 1, 2018

Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

Z L

November 1, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

October 31, 2018

I'm sorry regarding the loss of your loved one. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family, during these difficult times. May he continue to give support and loving kindness to all. 1Cor 1:3,4

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October 30, 2018

May your memories of the wonderful times that you shared with your loved one bring comfort to you and your family at this difficult time My condolences Isaiah 61:1&2

October 30, 2018

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.

Annie

October 30, 2018

My sympathy for your loss. God is good and merciful, he keep those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 116:15.

October 29, 2018

You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.

October 29, 2018

I'm very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold on to. May God continue to comfort your family.

Kathy Miller

October 28, 2018

I would like to express my condolences to all the family. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.