Sam Zell

We are celebrating the legacy of an icon, architect of Modern REIT!
May your legacy live on!

MY deepest condolences to the Zell family, I met Samuel on Facebook...He was my friend (a pen pal more like) He helped me thru my darkest time. We talked about family and life. My Facebook was compromised last May of 23 and I lost touch with him and I had just Googled him and seen he passed away on my Birthday. I never met him in person but it saddens me deeply. He was an amazing soul. May God bless his soul. My thoughts and prayers are with the Zell family. We joked because my last name is Ro...Zell!...I called him Sir Samuel I will miss my friend

I'll do my best,have to say good bye,for now,but I'll see you again.

My condolences to the Zell family

Watched a video about this man and he really sets the bar high on climbing the ladder and putting money back into the economy. GOD BLESS RIP SAM

Dear Helen & Family I spoke w Sam early one morning during Covid at 6:30am. He was so delightful as we laughed regarding how he negotiated entry to college ...willing to work! Then he said I look forward to reading your book. Wow... what a Servant Leader. The family have our condolences.
Mrs. Bond

I’m sorry for your loss. May your memories give you peace and comfort of your loved one. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for the loss of your loved one. May GOD be with you all during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus.

May the passage of time bring comfort and solace to the Zell family and may the name Sam (Schmuel) Zell be for a blessing.

My Condolences.

I just listened to a podcast interview with Mr. Zell about a week before his passing. He was so kind and generous with his time. He was an amazing man. A giant of a man. May your family find peace easily during these painful times of sorrow.

Rest in Peace Sam

Deepest sympathies and sincere condolences to all of Sam Zell's family and loved ones. Had the great pleasure to meet him several times when he would visit Boston. The world was a better place with him in it.

Many years ago, grew up as a Braeside neighbor and grade school classmate of Sam. I remember him as a very funny guy, the son of a delightful family. I´ve remained very close friends with several others from the Oak Knoll and Pine Point orbit. We all remember Sam fondly. God bless and hold Sam near and dear.

Sam was a dear friend and mentor to me growing up. I send my heartfelt condolences to his wife, Helen, his sisters Julie and Leah, and his children Matthew, JoAnn and Kellie. May his memory endure for a blessing. Dr. Bob Gordon. Dallas, Tx. USA.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. A great professional, a person with a good quality of judgment, that built a great career !

Thank You for Your Knowledge....

Rest In Peace,.. Mr. Zell

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sam Zell was a great Sun Valley , Idaho friend . Incredible person , fun to know , crazy skier . For many years he was an inspiration to so many of us that socialized and skied and played in Sun Valley , Idaho . From his motorcycle rides to his paint ball events . He once told a group of us that “ Responsibility was an Honor “ Amazing words from a man that was a mentor to so many . A Great Wise American Leader and Legend .

Sorry for your loss. Truly I could have learn from him some tips on such a nice business. Accept my condolences. Philippians 4:6-7,13.

Sam made an impact on all the lives he touched and he was an industry icon. He will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family on your loss.

May my thoughts and prayers go out to the family . I hope God grants you comfort.

Thank you for sharing with the World

I want to wish Sam's family the very best.

He took calculated risk, and usually made good. If you do not get in the game, you will never win.

A giant and philanthropist

I went to work for Sam as his attorney from 1969 through 1970. At that time it was just Sam, Bob Lurie (RIP), a secretary named Millie and myself. We did many real estate deals for a sophisticated law firm, LKB&L. Sam was a force of nature, brilliant beyond belief, very direct and with a boisterous sense of humor. I had the privilege of working with Sam on deals all over the U.S. To travel with Sam on business you had to have "the endurance of a marathon runner", 8:00 a.m to 10:00 p.m. every day. Sam was a "pedal to the metal" guy, as also manifested by his skiing, motorcycling and driving style. It was indeed a pleasure to work for Sam and there are many fond memories to remember. Bob Sherwin