Gerald “Jerry” Ginsburg

November 3rd, 2020

Dear Dale and family
I have known you and Jerry since I was 13. Jerry’s love of life and people never changed. He had the great gift of being present, of making us smile if not laugh out loud, and somehow making us feel better about ourselves. He will be sorely missed. Our love and condolences, Susie and Mel

~Susan and Mel newman
~Friends, Lincolnshire il

November 3rd, 2020

Jerry was truly one of a kind. I had the joy and privilege of sitting across from him at RSM for a period of time at work. Everyone that came into his office would always be laughing with him at some point. He would have a series of jokes or stories he would have ready each day that he couldn’t wait to tell whoever he would talk to during the day. He is one of the funniest men I’ve met- he could have had a great career as a comedic as well. 🙂 He was someone who made everyone feel 100% welcome in his presence- he was so open and kind. I am so sorry for your great loss.

Brittany Pierson

~Brittany Pierson
~co-worker, Illinois

November 3rd, 2020

Dear Dale, Robbie, Steve and Family,

Adrienne and I are still in shock over the death of Jerry, even though we spent much time with Dale and Jerry during Jerry’s illness.

Jerry lit up a room when he walked into that room. Jerry just loved life, people and was always passionate about what he believed. Jerry and I had many spirited discussions related to politics, but we always ended as friends who ended up on the same side, most of the time. We shared our business life and our personal life. Jerry used to yell, “Yo, Adrienne”, and Adrienne felt very close to him, as a friend, as well as to Dale. We had hoped he would overcome this horrific illness, and be able to resume some degree of normal life, but try as he did, it wasn’t in his favor. We will remember so much about him, will miss him terribly, but hope we will be there for Dale and his family.

Love you all,
Jerry and Adrienne

~Adrienne & Jerry Harris
~Friends, Glenview, Il

November 3rd, 2020

I knew Jerry since 7th grade. As a young high school student at Roosevelt H.S., Jerry always had his sights fixed on his future. He had a world of friends, and he had a nice sense of humor. R.I.P.

~Ted Daytz
~Friend, Venice, Florida

November 3rd, 2020

Dear Ginsburg Family,

I was hired by Jerry on January 3, 1994. From that awful interview, I was still hired and he referred to me as “Jimmy D” but my name is Rog. We did have a common denominator. We were former Cub fans in our childhood. He let me know what it took for him to cross to the south side. It was those stories of “life experiences” that make you feel in the moment and reflect later on those funny experiences of which you find yourself sharing stories (outside the world of accounting) with your peers to brighten up a room. I have one story of which will be deemed the “Richie Story” of which I do reflect on to this day. This story, based on my observation, took on a life of its own as the years went on between both time we ate together. I will explain in the following:

It all started at Hugo’s Frog bar for dinner with Jerry. It was a small party. Jerry, another partner and myself. In the semi-full to empty restaurant as the dinner ended, Jerry caught his eye on someone. It was Mayor Richard Daley. Mayor Daley had a small party, too, a party of two with his Chief. Jerry started talking to us as he saw the Mayor. He explained to me the story with the Mayor that occurred a while ago. Jerry was at an event and saw the Mayor. Jerry decided to approach the Mayor and started to talk with the Mayor with his Chief next to him. Jerry said to me he wanted to refer to the Mayor as “Richie” and so he did. The facts of that conversation I cannot completely recall, however, this was the beginning of the “Richie Story”. During or after the conversation, the Chief, told Jerry “you can’t call the Mayor by his first name”. This story as explained to me by Jerry, with the Mayor and Chief overhearing, I cannot recall in detail but the legacy of Jerry’s impression lasted until our next time we ate together. If lightening has to strike twice, it did during my lunch with Jerry at White Sox Park (I will not refer to it by a sponsor). This time, it was lunch, in the Clubhouse prior to the game. Chicago’s famous were there. Steve Stone and the “Hawk” Harrelson at one table and Jerry again caught his eye on someone at another table. I look over to see what it was and it was the Mayor having a pre-game lunch with Jerry Reinsdorf. I started shaking my head and saw Jerry’s smile and Jerry started to explain the “Richie Story” to his fellow Sox Fans at the table of which his voice and smile was felt by none other by Mayor Daley. The Mayor new exactly the story Jerry was about to delight the Sox Fans at the table and gave Jerry a polite friendly shake of his head to defer the Richie Story to a later date of which he politely did.

I hope this story would help reflect on your love for Jerry and provide some comfort during tough times.

Take care
Rog (“Jimmy D”)

~Rog Hase
~Friend and co-worker, Orland Park, IL

November 3rd, 2020

Dear Robby and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. We look back with great fondness and smiles as we think of all the good times we shared as You and Jesse were growing up.

Our thoughts and prayers are with You, Steve, Dale and Family at this most difficult time. May Jerry’s memory be a blessing to You All.

Vicki and Bob Criz

~Vicki and Bob Criz

November 2nd, 2020

Dear Dale:
Our deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of “Gins”. He was a one of a kind for both of us for almost 60 years. We have so many wonderful memories of him, his infectious sense of humor and his insatiable passion for life and sports that we will always treasure.
With a heavy heart,
Jim and Carol Haddon

~Jim and Carol Haddon
~friends, Morton Grove, Illinois

November 2nd, 2020

Dear Dale and Family

Ernie and I just want to send our deepest condolences for the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. We will always have him in our thoughts and will miss his smile and his funny jokes. He was always a good friend to us and to all who knew him.

Always your friend,
Natalie and Ernie Kirsch

~Natalie Kirsch
~friend, Deerfield

November 2nd, 2020

To the Ginsburg Family,

Gerry was our accountant and my husband’s friend. After Arnold died, eight years ago, Gerry became my advisor and my friend. He helped me with finances, decisions, sadness and shared memories. WE laughed while we did business. His guidance helped me to be a better person than I would have been without that guidance. Can you say that about a lot of people? NO! I loved him. I will miss him. I am so sorry that he had to suffer. My deepest condolences to the family.

With love, Beverly Yusim

~beverly yusim
~, chicago

November 2nd, 2020

To all of Jerry’s family,
I spent the last 3 years working with Jerry often times 2 times a week. During this time, he became much more than a patient to me but a friend. My whole family looked forward to when Jerry was coming over. Maxine would often ask on days that he wasn’t coming, when Jerry would be here next. Jobs can become monotonous at times, but the days that I got to see Jerry always brightened my week. He knew that he was going to have to work hard, but he always did so with a smile on his face. I always knew that no matter what, we would be laughing at some point. I am so happy that I got to be a part of Jerry’s life even if during a difficult time. My whole family is sending lots of love to all of you. He will be greatly missed.
Thinking of you all,
Tracy, Benjy, Leah, Asher, and Maxine Jacobson

~Tracy Jacobson
~Friend and PT, Highland Park, IL

November 2nd, 2020

Dear Dale,
Janice and I were in attendance for the service on line. It is with profound sadness, that I am expressing my most sincere condolences to you and the entire family. Its possible that I knew him longer than you, all the way from Haugan Elementary School, and on through Roosevelt. We remained friends always, and he will be missed. I choose to remember him in his good health and his fun days, always. With love , David Schoeneman

~David Schoeneman
~, Highland Park

November 2nd, 2020

I always loved being with Jerry at the Baum’s passover service. We bonded over our love of dessert. We always tried to eat little at the seder meal to save room for desserts. I also remember turning the corner in NYC and bumped right into Jerry and Dale. Jerry had such great energy and a love for people. He will be missed.

Love to all. Leslie Roth Goldberg

~Leslie Roth Goldberg
~Daughter of Bob and Gloria Roth, Glencoe, IL

November 2nd, 2020

Dear Steve and Family,

Harry and I are thinking of you during this challenging time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Jerry (and Dale) raised genuinely amazing children, and we will be thinking of your family in the weeks to come.
With deepest sympathy,
Kari McCulloch/Harry O’Halloran

~Kari McCulloch
~Friend, Coronado

November 2nd, 2020

My deepest condolences to the Ginsburg Family…
Jerry didn’t just light up the room with his smile and baby blues; he also brought love, laughter, kindness, wisdom and above all- HOPE; to not only myself, but to our NorthShore Highland Park/ Scleroderma Support Group. We agreed that life was not worth living unless we exuded all avenues and took the road less traveled- until reaching our final and fully lived destination. A positive outlook on life; is what I will always remember him by. May God comfort you, Jerry..Rest in peace, Dear Friend.

Sincerely,

Cherisse Ciangi

~Cherisse Ciangi
~Dear Friend, Pleasant Prairie, WI

November 2nd, 2020

Dale,
To you and your family, I am so sorry for your loss. I had a very special bond with you and Jerry the last three years that meant so much to me. I will miss hearing his voice. Always there for you and the family.

~Jeff Kriozere
~Friend, Highland Park IL

November 2nd, 2020

Bette and I will always remember the great times we had together, Jensen Park, Max Strauss Center, Roosevelt High School and yes the Zavim and Aristocrats. Jerry was always there for all his friends. He will truly be missed. Dale we are so sorry please give our best wishes to your entire family.

~Irving Polakow
~Friend, Northbrook

November 2nd, 2020

I can see in my mind’s eye the last time I saw you both just like yesterday at a Bar Mitzvah for Bette & Irv’s grandson – your grinning face across that round table of friends, cracking a joke and just being the fun, warm guy you always were with all your friends and family. Dale, I wish you wonderful memories and a long life to enjoy them and your loving family. So sorry for your loss.

~Karyn (Seltzer) Kovachic
~Old friend, Chicago IL

November 1st, 2020

Dear Steve,
Our sincere condolences. Your father sounded like a wonderful man that raised a wonderful son.
Carol & Rone Baldwin

~Carol Baldwin
~Friend, Weston, CT

November 1st, 2020

To come up with a single outstanding memory of Jerry is hard as he is one of the most memorable characters I’ve met in my life. His laughter is like that of a child and induces giggles in anyone within earshot. He was kind and it showed in the stories he would tell of lifelong friendships that most aspire to have. He was loving (he loved his family so very much). He was generous.

If I’m going to pick a memory to share, it would be his Hamilton rap. Our department was holding a class and Jerry came in with his ghetto blaster and rapped a rap from Hamilton at the start. It had people howling, and those familiar with the play joining in. It was fantastic.

I will miss his kindness, his laughter, and his stories.

My thoughts are with all of his family and friends.

~Kelly Maudsley
~Friend and Former Assistant, Liverpool, UK

November 1st, 2020

Oh Jerry – We’ll miss your smile, vitality and laugh. Known you since even before the Aristocrats and saw you and Dale too infrequently in the past years. Caring, sweet wishes our friend.

~HowardandJinger Sokoll
~friends, Lincolnshire, Il.

October 31st, 2020

Dale, Lori, Steve, Jackers, and Joshie – We are so very sorry for your loss. Jerry was an amazing man whose smile always lit up the room. He gave great hugs and always made us feel so welcomed. We will always remember our talks before you guys went out for the night, how much fun it was taking care of Jack together while Josh was being born, and our late night meet ups in the kitchen at 2am for bottle feedings. We will never forget those memories and cherish them forever. Sending all of you love and hugs! -Scott, Brianna, Carter and Sadie

~Eisen Family
~Friend to Lori and Steve, Chicago IL