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Carl Zdeb Obituary

Carl A. Zdeb, 85, of Arlington Heights. Beloved husband of Dolores "Dodie" Zdeb, nee Pierce for 64 years. Loving father of Joseph (Diane) Zdeb, Kip (Jane) Zdeb and the late Charles A. Zdeb. Dear grandfather of Joseph, Rachael, Joshua and Keith. Loving son of the late Josephine and Joseph Zdeb. Dear brother of the late Irene, Virginia, Helen, Dolores and Rita and dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Carl was a Principal at Conant High School for over 20 years and an Assistant Superintendent of High School District 211. He was a long time member and former president of the Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates Rotary Club and a member of United Way. A memorial visitation will be held from 4:30 to 7 PM Friday at Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services, 330 W. Golf Road, Schaumburg. A funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday at 10 AM at St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 1201 E. Anderson Drive, Palatine. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be appreciated to St. Thomas Church. Funeral information or online condolences www.ahlgrimfuneral.com or 847-882-5580.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 13, 2015.

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Kallie Jurgens

October 22, 2015

Mr. Zdeb came to my son's funeral in April of 1971; totally unexpected though Rich was a senior that year. Sorry I didn't hear of this sooner; my sympathies go out to his family.

May 17, 2015

I remember on the day I was elected president of the student body, Mr. Zdeb called me into his office and offered me this advice, "In life, never let anyone steal or take away your dreams." I have and will always remember Mr. Zdeb, as a great man, a great educator and all of his wonderful advices he shared with me. Rest in peace, my teacher. Rich Riggio,'Class of 71'

May 16, 2015

Uncle Carl one of a kind. He helped out our family a great deal and always gave me solid advice throughout the years. I'll miss his funny e mails, words on the phone, and fantastic disposition whenever we connected in person over the miles of separation. It's comforting to know he is reunited with so many loved ones that have passed along before him. All of my love and prayers go out to our "lovely and talented" Aunt Dodie, Cousins Joey and Kip and their families. Andy Carbone

Laura

May 16, 2015

Thank you Carl for loving me. You were a wonderful father-in-law. Thank you for all you did for Chuck. May you rest in peace. Your loving daughter-in-law, Laura.

Susan Gianforte

May 15, 2015

He was the greatest and I will miss him a lot! Keeping Aunt Dodie and her family in my thoughts and prayers. Love niece, Susan

Mark Rulle

May 15, 2015

As a young boy I was the recipient of great kindness from Mr. Zdeb as he recognized the need to, and found a way to temper my own father's overzealousness (aka anger)over his son's (my)"faults." I never knew what Carl said to him but I know I my life was changed for the better because of him.

Donna Patino

May 15, 2015

Very sad to hear of Mr. Zdebs'' passing. I had so much respect for him as my principal from 1970-1974! Such a kind and wonderful man. I remember his warm smile and approachable demeanor. Such a good role model for students and people of any age! God bless!

May 15, 2015

Carl you and I have been friends forever and will be again in heaven. You are apart of my DNA and I am so grateful. Will miss you buddy.

Jerry Wiseman

JimTom Pilgreen

May 14, 2015

See you again someday Mr. Carl

Jim and Zona Pilgreen

May 14, 2015

To have a family such as yours, He truly must have been great man! An educator is a special person....and...Another from the Greatest Generation. Bless them all!!! Prayers for your family.

Cindy Kozlowski

May 14, 2015

Very sorry to hear of Carl's passing. I remember him as a truly kind man and a great ecucator.

May 13, 2015

Carl was the best uncle,friend & Godfather a guy could have asked for. We have suffered a great loss. Rest in peace until we see you again. Dodie,Joe & Kip, anything you need, we're here. Jack Kenney & Michele Kuleszewicz

Jon Guiney

May 13, 2015

Truly a great man. I respected him and appreciated him as my principal. My deepest condolences to his family.

Conant Class of 1967

Dennis Reynolds

May 13, 2015

Janice Beamish-Bivona

May 13, 2015

Principal Carl Zdeb will be missed by so many people. My thoughts go out to his family. Class of "75"

Joseph Keenan

May 13, 2015

Our condolences to the Zbed family. Working with Carl was pure joy. In particular, his devotion to the United Way.

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