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Irving Epstein Obituary
Age 95, of Omaha. Passed away on December 25, 2022. He was preceded in death by Geri, his wife of 66 years; and son Dr. Barry E. Epstein.
Survived by daughters, Leslie Epstein, and Cynthia Epstein; son-in-law David Wiesman; and grandsons, Harison and Mathew.
A Fellow of the Nebraska Bar Association, Irving was an attorney for over 75 years after graduating early from Creighton. He was part of the JAG Corp during the Korean War. He initially worked as an Omaha City Attorney and then went on to private practice. He enjoyed traveling, art, and his grandchildren. Among may other awards, he recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his volunteer legal help at Beth Israel Synagogue.
GRAVESIDE SERVICES: 10:30am Wednesday, December 28, at Golden Hill Cemetery, 5025 N. 42 St., with Reception to follow at Beth Israel Synagogue.
Memorials to Dr. Barry E. Epstein Health Care Scholarship Fund c/o Jewish Federation of Omaha, or a charity of your choice.
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Jane Hicks
January 3, 2023
Irv was truly a kind and thoughtful gentleman. He was a beloved icon of our neighborhood. He will be missed deeply by all his friends on Cuming Street.
Buddy Epstein
January 3, 2023
Uncle Irv really was always one of the best men in the room. He was kind, thoughtful, and cared greatly about others. The world was a better place with him in it.
Buddy
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January 2, 2023
Thank you for your Service May you be Granted an Honorable and restful Peace
Dick Gibb
January 1, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. All of us will miss him at our Wednesday lunch group. Irv has been a joy to be with.
STEVE LEFLER
January 1, 2023
i met mr epstein as a young attorney. he was a quiet guiding hand for me, setting an example as to how to be a good lawyer, yet valuing family over everything. prayers from our family to yours. and hello, leslie.
Marc S
January 1, 2023
Thank you for your military service
Mike Kratville
January 1, 2023
Knew your dad my whole life. No one was more admired. What a great life.
Rosalie Hatfield
December 27, 2022
Leslie and Cynthia and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great man and he will be misses by many!!
Marc S
December 27, 2022
Thank you for your military service
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