MILWAUKEE — Hundreds of people came together to honor Milwaukee Alderman Jonathan Brostoff as he was laid to rest. Brostoff was well-known as a passionate public servant. His funeral service was held at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the former synagogue that was the center of many of his life's biggest moments, including his bar mitzvah and wedding reception.
Brostoff died by suicide on Monday. He was found at a West Allis park. "Jonathan didn't just walk through life.
He made an impact with every step. He believed deeply in justice, equity, and fundamental goodness within each person," Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said in his remarks. From serving in the state legislature to playing basketball, Crowley said Brostoff was one of his best friends.
He shared how Brostoff always showed up for him, even to help him move. Personal stories about Brostoff offered moments of laughter and spoke to his gift of talking to anyone. In one case, Brostoff began talking to a person who tried to carjack him and eventually drove that individual home.
Brostoff's wife, Diana Vang-Brostoff, described him as one of the best humans who gifted her four beautiful children. She spoke briefly about his struggle with mental health and encouraged everyone to be kind and careful with their words. Watch: Hundreds gather for Ald.
Jonathan Brostoff's funeral service "This has been a really hard last 18 months for us. We’ve been completely isolated. It has been horrible.
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