Stephen Zaher, Army Ranger Veteran, WWII, age 92, at rest Oct. 20, 2011. Beloved husband of Shirley, nee Gorski and the late Helen, nee Stalmasek; loving father of Lois (Jim) Bartunek, Carol (Tony) Kopta, Mary (Eric) Norton and Stephanie Zaher; dear grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of eight; loving brother of George (Suzanne), the late Charles Zaher and the late Goldie Snoble; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews; great friend to many. Visitation Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd., 7000 S. Madison St., Willowbrook, IL 60527. Funeral Wednesday, Oct. 26, prayers 9 a.m. at the funeral home, proceeding to St. John of the Cross Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 9:45 a.m. Interment; Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Info: 630-325-2300 or www.adolfservices.com
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January 21, 2012
Steph
We were going to do that for Christmas, Mary...but forgot as it was such a tough holiday for us. Today, the 20th, now 3 months without him yet it feels like forever. *hugs*
December 25, 2011
Mary Zaher
Merry Christmas Dad! :) I left the snifter and cookies out last night and as I can see you were here:) xoxo
November 24, 2011
Mary Zaher
This is our first Thanksgiving without Dad. Happy Thanksgiving dad! You are loved and Missed Love, Mary
November 23, 2011
Stephanie Zaher
November 23, 2011
Mari - thank you so very much for keeping this page up honoring our Dad. You are so loved and he loved you very much. I know he's here for you now looking over you like a guardian angel. Love, your sister, Steph.
November 19, 2011
Mary Ineich-Firestone
To the family of Stephen Zaher who was a great World War 11 hero. May the grace of God be with all of you, and the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and the days ahead.
November 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Zaher family. The world is a better place because of the heroic deeds of this man. God bless... And thank you Stephen!!!
November 6, 2011
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November 5, 2011
Dear Zaher Family,
I was so sorry to hear that Steve had passed away. I know you will miss him greatly. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Grace Norton
November 3, 2011
Angel Sanow
I love you so much grandpa. You were a hero to me, the family and the world. you did so many wonderful things that were never going to forget.
I miss you so much and wished i could of got to know you more :' ) but im happy your out of all this pain and misery and your in a better and happier place were your with all the people that you loved and that past away. And some day i know that we will be together again. But for now your still with me in my heart..
~love your dearest grandaughter,
Angel
November 3, 2011
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November 2, 2011
Tracy Brown
Although I never knew you in person, I know your daughter and if you were anything like her, I can tell you were a wonderful person! I'm lighting a candle in your honor, may the memories & love that you left upon this earth live on forever....
November 2, 2011
Zachary Zaher Norton
I want to be a Ranger just like my Papa Zaher. Love and miss you very much! Love, Zachary Drake Zaher Norton
November 2, 2011
Mary Zaher Norton
I miss and love you so much dad! You were the best father in the world and I know one day we will be together again. I have your snifters and buying cigars! I even play Frank on the CD player and think about you. I can still smell your scent on your combs and brush. I miss our phone calls and I wish I could have spent more time with you while you were alive but we will have eternity... Love You Always Mary xoxoxo mz PS: I'm wearing your socks and with white shoes as always lol:)
October 26, 2011
Justin MacMillan
Dear great grandpa Zaher, I love you and I miss you so much. You are a hero to our country and you will never be forgoten.
October 25, 2011
Amy Zaher
Dear Uncle Steve,
You will be missed but not forgotten. You were a hero to our country and our family. I am blessed to have known you.
Love,
Amy Zaher
October 23, 2011
Stephanie Zaher
I miss you so much, Dad.....I can't imagine how life is going to be without you. My hero, always. Your loving daughter, Stephanie, "Boom Bah".
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