Funeral Details

Gerald "Jerry" B. Abrams

April 24, 1945 - June 1, 2026

SERVICE INFORMATION

Date and Time

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Memorial Service

Chicago Jewish Funerals
Buffalo Grove Chapel
195 North Buffalo Grove Road
Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
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Clergy

Rabbi Ari Margolis
Congregation Or Shalom

Gathering

Celebration of Life at the Abrams Residence
1650 Overland Trail
Deerfield, Illinois 60015
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Friday following the Memorial Service

Memorial Contributions

American Heart Association
7272 Greenville Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75231
www.heart.org
or
American Kidney Fund
11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300
Rockville, Maryland 20852
www.kidneyfund.org




OBITUARY

Gerald "Jerry" Abrams, Age 81. Beloved husband for 58 years to Sandra. Loving father of Caryn (Don) Hlavac, Robyn (Stephen) Bernthal, and Debra Coronel. Proud Papa of Jack, Ross, Max, Molly, and Sam. Brother of Burt (Barbara) Abrams and the late Harold (Joyce) Abrams. Jerry will be lovingly remembered by his basketball prowess and was a proud member of the Hall of Fame Shooters Softball Team. Memorial Service Friday, 2PM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 195 North Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove, Illinois. To view the funerals livestream, please visit our website. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75231, www.heart.org or American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, Maryland 20852, www.kidneyfund.org. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Buffalo Grove Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com


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Sandra and family, I’m so very sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. I can’t imagine how much you will miss him. My apologies for any hurt I have caused both of you. I have no excuse. May Jerry’s memory be for a blessing. Love, Donna

Donna Zaidenberg
June 1, 2026
We send our condolences. I know how hard it is
to loose a parent. Your father was covered in happy tears
when he walked you down the aisle.

He loves you with all his heart and will be watching
over you and the family. He is your guardian angel.

Remember all the good times and memories.
We are here for you and your family.

Love,
Kristina

Kristina Hlavac
June 1, 2026
I am so very sorry for your loss. Jerry was like a second father to me, his positive attitude and humor always made him the center of attention anywhere he went. He will be missed tremendously and remembered with nothing but fondness by all who knew him. Please accept my deepest sympathies during this difficult time.

Nichole Seoane
June 1, 2026
My condolences to all the Abrams. I grew up in the same neighborhood, attended Roger’s school and Sullivan with Burt and Jerry. I will always picture Jerry with a big grin and also his basketball prowess. So sorry for your loss. May his memory be for a blessing!

Michele Vold
June 1, 2026
Ourr sincere condolences to Sandra & family. I will miss my life long friend.
Love, Judy & Michael Pinsky

Judy& Michael Pinsky
June 1, 2026
Sandy, we are saddened to hear about Jerry. From Sullivan, to College, we recall only happy times. May you and your family find comfort in the good times and memories.
Paula and Jack Frost

Paula and Jack Frost
June 1, 2026
I will always remember Jerry calling me “Glo” when we were friends in Dallas. His laugh could never be forgotten.
I am sad he left us now, but happy his grandkids got to know their Papa.
Sending love to all of you at this time of loss.
Gloria

Gloria Bold
June 1, 2026
Sincere condolences , nothing can take away the pain in your time of sorrow. May you find comfort and love in the wonderful memories Jerry has left in your hearts to hold . We are so thankful to have known this wonderful man.

Amy and Sandy Ilardi
June 2, 2026
Jerry was a wonderful voice for all of us for soooooo long // His presence loomed large and his loss is large //
Jerry cared for all of us // Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandra and the Abram’s family //

Steven Lustig
June 2, 2026
Sandra and girls,
We are so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. We sat around the kitchen table telling Maeve all the fun stories of the Abrams, Sandra and Bridget's special shopping trips, Jerry being Damian's favorite basketball buddy growing up, and the joy, love, and laughter that you both brought to our wedding! Jerry will always be in our hearts, and we will never forget his love and dedication for his family and friends.

Claire & Damian Cunningham
June 2, 2026
so very saddened to hear of jerry's passing...we both remember fun times with both of you and jerrys great sense of humor was always evident.......our thoughts and condolences are with you...hugs janet

janet & richard goldin
June 2, 2026
We have such great memories of all the times the four of us were together. There has been over 45 years of friendship and love that few people are privileged to have in their lives.
How grateful we are to have those memories. God be with all of you now and always.

We love all of you very much.
Jim and Sandie (aka San as Jerry called me)

YES, it sucks!

Jim and Sandie Ross
June 2, 2026
Ii lived across street from Jerry growing up and considered him one of my best friends in grammar school Years later after we were both married and reconnected in the Chicagoland area, whenever we saw each other he would always ethusiastically greet me. He had a wonderful sparkling personality and was a true gentlemen. We will miss you. Tom and Sue Tolpin

Tom Tolpin
June 2, 2026
I am I glad I was able to know this great man. He really loved his family and friends. I am proud to of shared a personal memory with him, for his first experience. He will be missed!!

Jessica Anderson
June 2, 2026
Jerry was a wonderful voice for all of us for soooooo long // His presence loomed large and his loss is large //
Jerry cared for all of us // Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandra and the Abram’s family //

Steven Lustig
June 2, 2026
Jerry was a wonderful voice for all of us for soooooo long // His presence loomed large and his loss is large //
Jerry cared for all of us // Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandra and the Abram’s family //

Steven Lustig
June 2, 2026
My sympathies to the whole family on the passing of Jerry. He was a very special person and a friend who shared many words of wisdom with his whole family. May the many memories that you have give you much comfort in the days and years ahead. God bless and keep you in His care. Love you, Marilyn Bernthal

Marilyn Bernthal
June 3, 2026
Great guy and a great friend.

DANNY COVAL
June 3, 2026
Sending the Abrams family much love during this difficult time. May Jerry’s memory be a blessing. Much love, Joy

Joy Gilbert Monfried
June 4, 2026
💔💔💔💔

Sharon & Stuffy Kuhn
June 5, 2026
I am deeply grateful to have been invited by Caryn to witness, even from afar,the celebration of lifeof such a remarkable man her father Jerry.His love for family his wisdom and his gift of making others feel seen and valued leave a legacy that will continue to ripple through generations. May his spirit soar free ,( get some dunks in Jerry!) and may peace and strength surround his beloved wife,daughters,and grandchildren. With respect and gratitude.Lorraine

Lorraine Fletcher
June 5, 2026
I go back with Jerry 70 years. At Roger’s he was very cute, very “popular” and very good basketball player. We lived 4 blocks away from each other. And then Sullivan ..Funny he marriedSandy Sullivan! I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. I send condolences to you Sandy and your family. Chizy

Arline Kallick
June 6, 2026