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PAUL BOMRAD Obituary

Paul F. Bomrad, PhD, left this world on the evening of June 4, 2011. In his last hours he was surrounded by the family and friends that meant so much to him. Above all else he was the beloved husband of Catherine Salemi Bomrad; devoted father of Dolores Bomrad (Frank Volpintesta), Paula (Anthony) Furio, Lisa (John) Heneghan, Phillip (Mary) Bomrad, Barrett(Gina) Gobeyn and Brett (Elena) Gobeyn; predeceased by loving spouse Martha, nee Kob; proud "Poppa" of 15 , Sarah, Alexandra, Nicholas, Aidan, Faith, Rebecca, Casey, Liam, Sam, John, Carley, Maeve, Paul, Anna and Giada; loving brother of the late Frieda Kinder, the late Laura Turner, the late Phillip Bomrad, the late JoAnn Fischer, Terry Owen, Donna Suffern (Milton Passon), and Angie Inguagiato; cherished uncle and great-uncle of numerous nieces and nephews; friend and mentor to many. Visitation Monday, 3 to 8 p.m. at Olson Burke/Sullivan Funeral & Cremation Center, 6467-77 N. Northwest Hwy. (1 block north of Devon), Chicago. Funeral Mass Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott (at Harlem), Chicago. Interment Town of Maine Cemetery. No flowers, please. Donations to www.rainbowhospice.org are appreciated. Info 773-774-3333.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 6, 2011.

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Lucille Suffern

June 2, 2020

Miss you, your caring heart, sailing, eating, talking, laughter. Love you Uncle.

Dolly Ganem

May 31, 2020

Nine years have passed and the sorrow never goes away. Many fond memories of the fun and sorrow we had together. Bless all of you cousins.

Bernadette Costelloe

September 24, 2011

To Cathy and family, I was so sorry to hear about Paul. I just touched base with him a couple of months ago and he told me all about his book. I can honestly say to this day that he was the nicest boss I have worked for and he made me feel so welcome in Paul F. Bomrad & Associates. I will never forget his kindness and will keep him in my heart forever. Bernadette Costelloe (Galway, Ireland)

June 26, 2011

Paul was Midas' primary industrial psychologist for 20 years, from 1978 to 1998. He was originally assigned to Midas by IC Industries to assess senior management for our parent corporation. He did such an outstanding job the Midas management retained him after his IC Industries assignment was completed. We used him extensively to assist in personnel evaluations for those being considered for senior management positions from outside the company and as a career counselor for many Midas employees who were considered to have the potential for senior management. Paul was a true professional in every sense of the word and a man of great honesty, insightfulness, candor, toughness, consistency and integrity. He was the finest industrial psychologist I knew and we were fortunate to have him as a consultant. Over the years we became friends and we maintained our relationship after I retired in 1997. I will miss our flinty friend.
Brian Burhoe
Senior VP, Human Resources, Retired
Midas International Corporation

Jan DeWitt

June 9, 2011

My sympathies are extended to the Bomrad families, and particularly to Dolores and her family. My thoughts are with you as a colleague and friend.

Linda Vanden Heuvel

June 9, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to Dolores and her family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dan Dineen, Linda Vanden Heuvel, Lisa Vanden Heuvel and Nate Dineen

June 9, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

Suzanne Suffern

June 8, 2011

He will always be "my Uncle Paul". I thank Cathie, Bomrad children and God for allowing this incredible man to be part of my life for the past 21 years. I will never forget him. I will always love you, Uncle Paul!!!

Philip

June 7, 2011

I have nothing but good memories of Paul. I will miss his kind nature, sense of humor & his passion for life. He will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have met him.

Maureen Arens Marks

June 7, 2011

Dear Paul, Cathie and family,
Though many years have come and gone, one thing for sure, my thoughts of you will never end. Always a pleasure to remember each moment that we spent together in friendship. You all made me feel like I was a member of one closely knit Family. Love to all. Sorry I will miss seeing all of you since I work as a nurse each day now.

Tim M

June 7, 2011

Paul and I first met each other about 15 years ago. He had a tremendous positive impact on my life and career. I hope I can somehow emulate what he did for me to have the same impact on the lives of others.

Erin Hinchcliff

June 7, 2011

Cathy - Paul seemed to be a person with very few regrets. That is a testament to his character. It was an honor to have him in my life and I am most grateful for his contributions to society. Very few people actually complete a book and he did it late in life. Hats off to Paul. He will be missed.

Deepest sympathy,

Paul

June 6, 2011

I just wanted to say that I forgot that I had met Paul 3 times. The first time was a year ago on Easter. He made me feel special and I enjoyed his kidding around with me.

June 6, 2011

I have never met the Bomrad family but I can tell you that Dr Paul made the strongest impact on my 30yr business career. I was blessed to have attended one of his management classes and consider him my greatest mentor. I so appreciated his sarcasm and wit in addition to the skills development. He helped me laugh and learn. Sincerely, Lynn Farina (Milw WI )

John Cole

June 6, 2011

I only had the pleasure of being around Paul few times but during those times I met one of the kindest, caring, intelligent men I have ever met. He will be deeply missed. Thank you uncle Paul for all the kindnest and caring you have shown my wife's family throughout the years.

Dennis Sullivan

June 6, 2011

Cathy - It has been an honor having you and Paul as neighbors. His kindness and sincerity followed him everywhere; and, while we all miss him, it is comforting to know that his suffering has ended. I wish you and the family great solace and comfort in knowing that Paul rests now in peace and tranquility. My deepest sympathies...

Jill Shamon

June 6, 2011

I don't seem to have adequate words to decribe what my Uncle Paul meant to me and what a vast part of my life he was. Most definately a shoulder to lean on and a supportive and mentoring man. I miss you, I love you and I know you are with all of the others. Until we meet again. To my wonderful Aunt Cathie and all of my wonderful cousins, he is always with you and always watching over you. So sorry for your loss and I love you much.
Jill

Jim Kielty

June 6, 2011

Dear Donna, "Tiny" and other members of the Bomrad family. We lived next door to you on South Aberdeen Street many decades ago. My sister, Bride, was great friends with "Tiny" and missed her when your family moved away. We lived in a wonderful, loving place in the city and my mother's memories in her latter years always went back to Aberdeen Street and St. Sabina's, especially the joy felt after the war when the boys who left came back home. Sad to say, the Houlihan, Sheehy and Ahern boys from our immediate neighborhood died on foreign soil and we all mourned their loss.

Fortunately, there were about a dozen boys the same age or a year older or younger than myself so that being the only boy in our family I had many similar age kids with whom to play baseball. Sad to say, many are now gone as are my parents, but the memories of Aberdeen Street and our wonderful neighbors will always be with me.

I mourn your loss.

Lisa Heneghan

June 6, 2011

Words can't describe the tremendous love, admiration and respect I have for my father. He was an inspiration to me for my entire life and I will miss him more than I can imagine. Dad- Thanks for showing us how to live by setting such an incredible example. I loved our times together.

June 6, 2011

I never met Paul, but I heard a lot about him through his relatives. I'm very sorry for your loss and please remember that after this long journey he had, he is in a better place.

kathy lopez

June 6, 2011

So Sorry that families have to go through such a loss. It's hard to lose such a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, etc. But he is not lost, he is resting. My sympathy and condolence to Mr. Bomrad's loved ones. Kathy Lopez

Paul, you will be missed by so many.

Martha Zukowski

June 6, 2011

Catherine, please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family in the loss of Paul, a truly wonderful human being. His spirit was so playful and joyous and I know will live on in all of our hearts. I am happy to have had the priviledge of knowing you both, even though for a short time, while I lived in Chicago. We recently reconnected via email and was happy to have gotten one of Paul's books signed by him. He will be missed.

Donna Suffern

June 6, 2011

Goodbye to my fabulous, funny and fantastic brother. My heart and the world will be empty without you. Who will I make kibbe for now? I will always love you, Donna

Lucy Suffern

June 6, 2011

The world is a poorer place without you in it.

Paul Coffel

June 6, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. I only met Paul twice but both times were a very wonderful experience.

Dolly Ganem

June 6, 2011

We have lost a great man, cousin, friend and most of all a shoulder to grab when in need. I will truly miss him. My thoughts are with you all and my heart is heavy.

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