January 23rd, 2019

Richard H. "Rick" Blum

Richard H. "Rick" Blum, 56. Beloved husband for 20 years of Suzanne (nee Chambers); devoted father of Cooper, Laila, and Neve Blum; loving son of Howard (Betty) Blum and Muriel (late David) Pattis; caring brother of Rich (Ellen) Pattis, Larry (Karla) Pattis, Julie (Greg) Linson, Howard (Peggy) Pattis, and the late Susan Pattis; cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews; dear son-in-law of Cheryl (late Bud) Chambers and brother-in-law of Chris (Gaby) Chambers; treasured best friend of David (Katie) Stein. Rick was a graduate of New Trier High School and the University of Wisconsin. He was the founder of White Oak Realty Partners. Rick had a larger than life personality. He was an avid cigar smoker and tennis/paddle tennis player. He loved his pool and his three dogs, but mostly he was an incredible husband, father, and friend. He will be truly and deeply missed. Visitation Sunday, Jan. 27, 1 PM, until time of service at 2 PM, at Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home, 111 Skokie Blvd, Wilmette. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Make-a-Wish Foundation, www.wish.org. For info: 847-256-5700.

Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication on Jan. 25, 2019