Lawrence I. Field (Larry), born June 2, 1939, beloved and devoted husband of Barbara nee Gaynes, cherished father of Michelle Field (Frank Yanez), Cindy (Joe) Kaplan, Rachel Field. Loving grandfather of Ariel Chez Nevid (Michael), Rebecca Chez (James Walsh), Ben (Kirby) Kaplan, Danny (Rachel) Kaplan, Jacqueline (Andrew) Gushner, Emily Kaplan, Simon Field, and Stella Field. Adoring great grandfather of Scarlett Kaplan, Austin Kaplan, and Asher Nevid. Dear brother of Sandra (Phil) Cooper, Marty (Donna) Field, Bob (Joan) Field, Linda Weber (Norman Gordon), Susan (Charlie) Mueller.
Aside from Larry’s role as patriarch of his family that he loved so deeply, Larry was committed to helping Jewish people worldwide. Larry was very active with the American Joint Jewish Distribution Committee (JDC). His active involvement and leadership roles with Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago date back many years. In addition to JDC and JUF, Larry sat on the Board of Rush University Medical Center and was a Member of the Council – University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Professionally, Larry joined Field Container, and worked alongside his family growing the business into a formidable player in the packaging industry. Larry continued his work with his children and grandchildren at Field Holdings.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 17th at 1:00 pm at North Suburban Synagogue Beth El, 1175 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Jewish United Fund 30 S. Well Street Chicago, IL 60606 (www.juf.org), Joint Distribution Committee (www.jdc.org/give/), or charity of your choice.
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