Portrait of Paul Skurie

Obituary · Arlington Heights, IL

Paul Skurie

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Paul will be deeply missed by all who loved them.

"To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die."
— Thomas Campbell

After a life of love and quiet grace, Paul Skurie of Arlington Heights, IL has passed.

Here is the shape of a life remembered with love.

Years are made of mornings, and mornings of moments.

Paul Skurie, 93, of Northbrook and previously of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, passed away May 1, 2026. Beloved husband and best friend for 60 years to the late Joan, nee Levey; devoted father of Dr. Samuel (Karen) Skurie and Pam (Kenny) Andre; adored grandfather of Jaclyn Skurie (fiancé Jamie Horton), Amanda Skurie (fiancé Jacob Dion), Charlie Skurie, Noah Andre (partner Misti Blakeney), Joshua (Reef) Andre, and Sarah Andre; caring son of the late Sam Skurie and Beatrice (the late Bill) Kassin; loving brother of the late Merle (the late Mike) Kramer and Cynthia (the late Harvey) Goodman; treasured uncle and friend of many. Paul's family would like to thank his dedicated caregivers Manny, Kate, and Karla for their compassion and kindness. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired, www.hadley.edu, or American Friends of Magen David Adom, www.afmda.org. Chapel service Monday, 12:15 PM, at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment to follow at Shalom Memorial Park. For a link to view the service, shiva information, and to leave condolences: www.shalommemorial.org, 847-255-3520.

Service Information

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    Shalom Memorial Funeral Home1700 West Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL, 60004
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    View online at www.shalommemorial.org

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