Alexander "Alex" Gofman, 68, beloved husband, best friend, and soulmate for 45 years of Lilia Gofman, nee Mogilevsky; devoted and loving father of Victoria (Bryan) Vanoven and Daniel (Elana) Gofman; proud "Deda" of Gemma, Jacob, and Jordan Vanoven, Ari, Shoshanna, Isabella and Noah Gofman; dedicated son of Mera and the late Benjamin Gofman; caring brother of Zhanna (Yury) Swetin; dear brother-in-law of Bella and Michael Bendersky. Alex was an extremely special person who loved many and was loved by many. He was such an amazing example to others. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. Alex will be greatly missed. Memorial contributions may be made to: Pancreatic cancer - cancer Research Institute, cancerresearch.org. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 5th at 11:00 am at Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home, 111 Skokie Blvd, Wilmette, IL. Interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Skokie, IL. For Shivah and other information - call Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home at 847-256-5700.
