Funeral Details

Daniel J. Zakon

March 17, 1938 - May 18, 2025

SERVICE INFORMATION

Date and Time

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Service

Chicago Jewish Funerals
Skokie Chapel
8851 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
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Clergy

Cantor Steven Stoeher
Rabbi David Chapman
Congregation Beth Shalom

Interment

Westlawn Cemetery
7801 West Montrose Avenue
Norridge, Illinois 60706
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Shiva

Zakon Residence
2429 Rebecca Lane
Glenview, Illinois 60026
847.272.0998
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Wednesday following the interment until 9PM
Thursday 5:30PM-9PM
Minyan: Wednesday and Thursday 7:30PM

Shiva coordinator is Randi Berger.
You can reach her at: 773.742.2702 with any questions.

Additional Information:
If you would like to contribute towards the Shiva,
Randi’s Venmo is:
@randi-shivaladies
Randi’s Zelle information is:
Shivaladies@gmail.com

Please write "Zakon" in the notes.

Important:
If you use Zelle, please use the above Zelle address and NOT Randi’s cell number for donations to be accepted.

Thank you so much, we appreciate your support.

The service will be livestreamed on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM Central Time.
LIVESTREAM


Memorial Contributions

Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
www.bethshalomnb.org
or
Your Favorite Charity




OBITUARY

Daniel J. Zakon, age 87.
Beloved husband and best friend for 62 years and 10 months of Lana Zakon nee Turner. Loving father of Jill Zakon Leonard (partner - Paul Keidan) and Cary (Trisha) Zakon. Proud grandfather of Jordan, Marc, Lauren and Michelle Leonard and Mira Zakon. Cherished brother of Diane Zakon Kallmann. Fond brother-in-law, uncle and friend of many. A special friendship with Frank (Bobbie) Florence. Danny loved to travel and was an avid Cubs fan and loved all sports. Proud member of the Great Vest Side.

Service Wednesday 10:00 AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Congregation Beth Shalom, 3433 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, Illinois 60062, www.bethshalomnb.org or to your favorite charity. To attend the funeral livestream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com


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As I sit here thinking about what I want to say,
a quote by Mark Twain comes to mind, “Life is short, break the rules, forgive quickly, kiss slowly, love truly, laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile. This “reminds me of my Uncle Danny. You will always be my favorite Uncle. 💜

Cindy Vamvakos
May 19, 2025
Dear Lana, Jill and Carey—

Our hearts and the hearts of our parents (Martin & JoAnn Jacobson) are broken for you at this tremendous loss of such an incredible husband, father and friend. I hold many happy memories of our family’s spending time together as we grew up. And I especially treasure the memory of my parents and Danny and Lana happily sharing babysitting duty together with the births of their first grandchildren! Please know we treasure the time we had together. Sending hugs and strength. Beth Jacobson Olderman and Neil Olderman and Marty (another proud Vest Sider!) Jacobson

Beth Jacobson Olderman
May 19, 2025
As I sit here thinking about what I want to say,
a quote by Mark Twain comes to mind, “Life is short, break the rules, forgive quickly, kiss slowly, love truly, laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile. This “reminds me of my Uncle Danny. You will always be my favorite Uncle. 💜

Cindy Vamvakos
May 19, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Though Sari is representing our family, I wanted to share a few personal words.

I always appreciated how welcoming and hospitable Danny was — he truly made us feel at home whenever we visited. I especially enjoyed our conversations about tennis, Pickleball, and the markets. His passion, curiosity, and stewardship were qualities I deeply admired.

As the service will be held at Beth Shalom — the House of Peace — I’m praying that you would feel the presence and comfort of God’s peace in a very real way.

I was reminded of the words of the Shema, a prayer that connects generations of faith:

“Shema Yisrael, Adonai Eloheinu, Adonai Echad.”
“Hear, O Israel: the Lord is our God, the Lord is One.” (Deuteronomy 6:4)

May the One who is our peace surround you with strength and comfort.

Grace and Peace, Brently

Brently Klontz
May 19, 2025
Dear Lana, Jill and Carey—

Our hearts and the hearts of our parents (Martin & JoAnn Jacobson) are broken for you at this tremendous loss of such an incredible husband, father and friend. I hold many happy memories of our family’s spending time together as we grew up. And I especially treasure the memory of my parents and Danny and Lana happily sharing babysitting duty together with the births of their first grandchildren! Please know we treasure the time we had together. Sending hugs and strength. Beth Jacobson Olderman and Neil Olderman and Marty (another proud Vest Sider!) Jacobson

Beth Jacobson Olderman
May 19, 2025
Our sincere condolences to Daniel Zakon’s family.
I enjoyed the few times visiting with Daniel and Lana at their beautiful home!!!!
Hoping for comfort and peace to all of you!!!

Becky Corbin
May 19, 2025