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In Loving Memory of

Ronald George Garfinkle

March 30th, 2026

Obituary

Ronald George Garfinkle, 87. Beloved husband and best friend for 65 years to Jill, nee Komiss; devoted father of Robert Garfinkle, Richard Garfinkle, Judith Garfinkle (Marc Stein), and Lauren Garfinkle; proud grandfather of Joe Garfinkle and Charlie Garfinkle (Danielle O'Brien); loving brother of the late Sally (the late Milt) Green; treasured uncle, cousin, and friend of many. Ron was an avid Cubs fan and Blackjack player. He loved his time with Jill, traveling and going on cruises. Above all, he loved his family and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, www.kidney.org. Chapel service Monday April 6, 2:30 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment to follow at Shalom Memorial Park. For a link to view the service and to leave condolences for the family: www.shalommemorial.org, 847-255-3520.

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Shalom Chapel Service

Date & Time Monday 04/06/2026 at 02:30 PM

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

Interment

Address Shalom Memorial Park
1700 West Rand Road
Arlington Heights

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