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David Bobor Obituary

David A. Bobor, age 57, Retired Lieutenant with the Pleasantview Fire Protection District, passed away suddenly on Friday, September 30, 2016. During his 37 years of dedicated public service, he was involved in search and rescue after the deadly Plainfield tornado as well as serving a two-week deployment in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. After his retirement, he remained an active member of Pleasantview's Air Rehab Unit. David was devoted to both family and friends; a man you could always count on. Beloved husband of Mary for 34 years; devoted father of Justin (Danielle) and Kevin (Samantha Dudzinski); loving son of Ann Marie and the late Frank Bobor; loving son-in-law of Irma Allen and the late Michael Swierk; dear nephew of Fran Babick; and loving uncle, cousin, brother-in-law and friend to many. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, October 5, from 3 to 9pm, with a Fireman's Walk-through Service to begin at 7pm, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. On Thursday, October 6, visitation will begin at 9am followed by a service at 10:30am Interment at Fairmount-Willow Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance Burn Camp. Service info: (708) 352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com

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Published by Post-Tribune on Oct. 4, 2016.

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jim Kohl

December 2, 2016

Sorry to hear of his passing.Worked with his son Kevin. My sympathies to entire family.

October 6, 2016

To Dave's family...I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. I attended junior high and high school with him. I've shared the news of his passing on our class FB page and many of his friends from LT are saddened by his loss. Our condolences go out to everyone in his family.

Donna (Dudek) Skupien
La Grange Highlands, IL

Lori Welsh

October 6, 2016

As a fellow LTHS graduate, I am so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. My prayers are with his family and friends. It is evident he made such a positive impact on so many lives. I am saddened by a life taken too soon.

Ray and Annette Barker

October 4, 2016

Our condolences are with you, Mary and your family. We only just met you and David but we have a warm place in our hearts for you both.

Linda & Richard Reese

October 4, 2016

Mary and Sons,

So sorry for your loss of Dave. He will be missed by many. We are unable to attend the services but will be praying for your family.

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1025 West 55th Street, Countryside, IL 60525

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1025 West 55th Street, Countryside, IL 60525

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