Obituary

Ira M. Fleischman, DDS, age 89, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy “Dodie” (née Meyers); devoted life partner of Judy Hara; loving father of Shelley (Larry) Stern, Jami (Gene Hara) Brenner, Steven Fleischman, and Annie (Dave Citterman) Soffer; and a cherished second father to Sherry (David) Israel, Lorne Hara, and Wendy (Jeff) Wilk; dear father-in-law to Brad Brenner; adored “Papa” of Field (Jenny) Stern, Chase (Tifanie) Stern, Cole (Kate) Stern, Kyle (Courtney) Brenner, Cort (Lauren) Brenner, Parker Hara, Bailey Hara, Landon Soffer, and Drew (Dan) Soffer, and the late Blaine Brenner; a beloved second grandfather to 11 grandchildren; and a treasured great-grandfather to Coral, Ryder, Summer, Cash, Kenzie, Cruz, Madelyn and Marshall; much-loved brother of Howard (Leslie) Fleischman and the late Seymour (Judi) Fleischman; a cherished uncle, great-uncle, and a dear friend to many. Dr. Fleischman grew up in Chicago’s Albany Park neighborhood; attended Von Steuben High School, was an alumnus of the University of Illinois Champaign, and the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry. He maintained a private dental practice in Chicago for 60 years, retiring during the COVID pandemic. A dedicated professional and a devoted family man, Ira was also a passionate lover of the arts. During retirement, he enjoyed attending the theater, symphony, and Ravinia. He curated an impressive art collection, possessed an extensive music library, and was well known for his impeccable sense of style-always dressing to the nines. Ira had a presence that never went unnoticed. Truly, to know him was to love him. Ira will be deeply missed by all whose lives he touched. Memorial donations in his name may be made to Har-Shalom Synagogue, www.har-shalom.com/donate. Chapel service, Friday, December 26, 2025; 2:30 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment to follow at Shalom Memorial Park. For the link to view the service, shiva information and to leave condolences: www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.

Service Information

Service : Friday, December 26th at 2:30 pm
Service Location: Shalom Chapel Service -Shalom Memorial Funeral Home

Interment:
Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

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February 22nd, 2026

Ira was more than a Dentist to me. For more than 40 years he was the “go to guy” for my dental issues. I was a young man when I started going to Ira for my dental needs. He was great at his craft, but more than that, he became a friend. His wit and humor always made me smile. His memory will be a blessing.

~Stewart Freeman
~patient/friend, Arlington Hts., IL

January 5th, 2026

Ira always had a smile on his face. He was a wonderful dentist!
We will miss youQ

~Bernie and Moira Ockrim
~Patient and friend, Skokie

January 1st, 2026

The very nicest person you could ever meet…funny and a fantastic employer…..
You will be missed forever

Rest in peace…..
Suzanne

~Suzanne Bullard
~Friend, Hoffman Estates

December 31st, 2025

Our whole family will continue to miss you!
You’ always “light up our lives”
Our fortune to have known & loved you!

~Adrienne Russ
~Friend, Highland Park

December 27th, 2025

Always looked forward to meeting with Ira. He loved talking about his family and always had a big smile on his face. He will be missed.

~Arlene Levin
~CPA, Highland Park, IL

December 26th, 2025

Brad Brenner

To the best father in law in the world. Papa you will be missed so much. Thanks for always taking Blaine places with you. You two can now spend time together again. Love you Papa

~Brad Brenner
~Favorite son- in – law, Medina

December 26th, 2025

Dearest Ira— What a joy to have known you. You were a true gentleman and scholar! May you rest well.
Godspeed!

~Kim George
~Friend, Tampa

December 26th, 2025

There never was a mold broken when Ira was born, but a sculpture created of what a man should be. A giving, caring, loving, unique individual. Ira will be missed on this side off the earth.

~Burt Burden
~Patient, friend, Skokie, Illinois

December 26th, 2025

I began seeing Ira when he had offices at California and Arthur. This was a man that was worth knowing. Intelligent and compassionate and an outstanding dentist. With Ira there were no “redos”.

~Steve Lurie
~Patient, Highland Park

December 25th, 2025

My parents,Chuck & Shari, loved Ira as soon as they met him! Dodi was part of the Karp family forever
I am so sad to hear about your loss

~Janis Karp Strom
~“relative”, northbrook

December 24th, 2025

Having fun with a snapchat filter. Mia Katia Rojas

Doc was the funniest person I knew a real jokester, an amazing story teller and a real stand up guy. I was definitely lucky to have crossed paths. Hopefully we’d meet again in another lifetime ❤️

~Mia Katia Rojas
~Friend, Evanston,IL

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  • Photo By Mia Katia Rojas : Having fun with a snapchat filter.

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