In Loving Memory of

Michael Kroot

May 27th, 2026

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Obituary

Michael Kroot, 88, beloved husband of Shirley nee Weiss for 54 1/2 years; loving father of Aaron (Fiancee, Simone Wilson) and the late Jeremy (soulmate Lindsay O'Brien); cherished grandfather of Angelina; dear brother of Pat (the late Paul) Ferstein; fond uncle of Josh (Leigh) and Abby. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Main.acsevents.org/goto/shirleykroot2026. Chapel service, Monday 12:15 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. For information, including a link to view the service, shiva or to leave condolences: Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.

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Memorial Events

Shalom Chapel Service

Date & Time Monday 06/01/2026 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

Kroot Residence
13382 Longmeadow Drive
Huntley, Illinois 60142

Monday following the service

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