Ronald Taradash. Beloved husband and best friend of Idair, nee Malkov. Loving brother of Mike of LA and Cheri (Asher) Beederman. Dear brother-in-law of Ken and the late Marilyn Stein. Devoted son of the late Milton and Jeanette. Ron leaves behind many life-long friends. The family especially wishes to acknowledge the family of Eric Christiansen for the gift of life made to Ronald 19 years ago. His spirit and strength and love will be in the hearts of all whose lives he touched. We're all better people for having known him. Graveside services Monday 2:30 PM at Memorial Park Cemetery-Monorah section, 9900 Gross Point Rd., Skokie. Contributions in Ron's name to Kovler Organ Transplant Center ( foundation.nmh.org ) would be appreciated. Info Mitzvah Memorial Funerals, 630-MITZVAH (630-648-9824) or www.mitzvahfunerals.com