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FRED ZATORSKI Obituary
Fred J. Zatorski, age 83, passed away peacefully at home Friday June 3, 2011 with family at his side. He was born July 3, 1927 to Marie and Fred Zatorski. Beloved husband of Lydia (married 59 years); father of Paul, Thomas (Anne) and Carol; proud grandfather of Adam (Jodi), Matthew, Jeremiah, Lydia, Lauren and Gerik Zatorski, Forbes, Patrick and Kevin Miner; and great-grandchildren Sam and Kaitlin; nephews Stephen, Robert, Lawrence and William Vranek. He was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Loretta and Jerry Vranek. Enlisted in the Navy on the day he graduated from high school. Received his engineering degree from the University of Illinois and his master's degree from the University of Chicago. Spent most of his working years at Western Electric, AT&T and Lucent. He and Lydia enjoyed 21 years of retirement, traveling and spending time in Naples, FL, but always returning to home in Illinois. There will be a Mass celebrating his life on June 20, 2011 at 11 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Church, 1962 Old Willow Rd., Northfield. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Avow Hospice, 1095 Whippoorwill Ln., Naples, 34105 or Midwest Palliative and Hospice, 2050 Claire Ct., Glenview, IL 60025. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Howard and Gladys Marks
June 9, 2011
Lydia and Family, Gladys and I were saddened to hear of Fred's passing. We have fond memories of our days as neighbors in Chatham II. My best days of Golf were when Fred and I played every Monday and Friday here at Glen Eagle. Please know that Gladys and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Adam Zatorski
June 9, 2011
I sure miss you Grandpa.
cathy and Ralph Schmit
June 8, 2011
Lydia and family--So saddened to hear about Fred, so many "old" memories of the
Christmas parties in the house on Ogden--everyone singing while Fred played the piano--will keep you all in our prayers. Cathy and Ralph Schmit
Joe and Barbara Gariup
June 5, 2011
May you find strength and peace in your memories and in the support of those who are around you.
With love and deepest sympathy.
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