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In Loving Memory of

Burton Miller

April 20th, 2020

Obituary

Burton “Burt” Miller, MD, age 78, of Deerfield; beloved husband of Elaine, nee Jacobson; loving father of Cheryl (Robert) Giddens, Dr. Scott (Stacie) Miller, Dr. Nolan (Dr. Elizabeth) Miller, and Dr. Robin (Dr. Michael) Pisacano; adored “Pa Burt” of Matthew, Jaclyn, and Jordan Giddens, Tim and Justin Miller, Will Miller, and Jolee, A.J. and Tommy Pisacano; devoted son of the late Jack and the late Ida Miller; cherished brother of Vivian (late Lawrence) Stern; dear brother-in-law of Leila (Roger) Schwartz, and Mark (Eda) Jacobson; treasured uncle and friend to many. He was a dedicated, well respected physician and surgeon at Condell Medical Center, Lake Forest Hospital and St. Therese Medical Center. He provided excellent care to his patients over his 35-year career. Burt was a distinguished former faculty member of the University of Illinois College of Medicine and Chicago Medical School. Proud partner and mentor to his son, Dr. Scott Miller. Upon retirement, he enjoyed being “Pa Burt” and spending time with his grandchildren, watching sporting events, concerts, or just going for ice cream. Due to the pandemic virus and our concern for our extended family and friends, the graveside service and shiva will be private. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 225 N. Michigan Ave., #1200, Chicago, IL 60601 www.cancer.org/about-us/local/illinois.html. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group, www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com (847) 478-1600.

Arrangements by Goldman Funeral Group. www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com

Donations

American Cancer Society www.cancer.org

Memorial Events

Service

Date & Time Friday 04/24/2020

Address Private

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OfficiatorRabbi Ilana Baden

Interment

Address Private
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Reception

Additional Information
There will be a Shiva Minyan/Memorial Service for family and close friends on Saturday evening at 7:30. Please contact [email protected] for further information. There will be an opportunity to come together for a celebration of Burt's life once the pandemic has passed and it is safe to do so.

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