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In Loving Memory of

Gerald Kohn

August 21st, 2025

Obituary

Gerald "Jerry" Kohn, 89, beloved husband of the late Frima; loving father of Amy (John Bausch) Kohn; cherished little brother of the late Jane (late Bob) Hoffenberg; devoted son of the late Max and Ann; adored uncle of Steven, Lynn, Scott, and Neal; caring great uncle, and great great uncle; dear friend to many. Jerry stayed loyal to the Bears, Cubs, and Bulls in their lean years and basked in the joy of their glory years. He started working in his teens and retired in his eighties. Customer relationships meant everything to him. Chapel service 12:15 PM Monday at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a social justice charity of your choice. To leave condolences and for information, including link to view service: www.shalommemorial.org or 847-255-3520.

Memorial Events

Shalom Chapel Service

Date & Time Monday 08/25/2025 at 12:15 PM

Address Shalom Memorial Funeral Home
1700 West Rand Road
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Interment

Address Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

Shiva

The Home of Amy Kohn and John Bausch
2231 Asbury Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201

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