Norbert R. Cora

1924 - 2014

Norbert R. Cora obituary, 1924-2014, Joliet, IL

BORN

1924

DIED

2014

Norbert Cora Obituary

Norbert R. Cora

Born: Oct. 2, 1924.; In Joliet, IL

Died: May 14, 2014; In Joliet, IL

Norbert R. Cora, fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, May 14, 2014. He was born in Joliet on October 2, 1924.

Norbert is survived by his daughter, Connie (Judge Gerald) Kinney; sons, Michael (Nancy) and David (Joyce) Cora; grandchildren, Christina (Kevin) Troc, Brian Kinney, Jonathan (Laura), Natalie, and Nicholas (Jacquie-fianc ) Cora, Jennifer (fianc e Thomas), Nicole (Jeff) Kazen, and Melissa Cora; great-grandchildren, Autumn, Lorena, Katrina, Shane and Irene.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife and the love of his life of 67 years, Irene Cora; his parents, Angelo and Appolonia (nee Sartori) Cora.

Norbert was a proud United States Navy Veteran, serving during World War II on a LST 221 in the South Pacific. Upon returning from service marrying his high school sweetheart Irene (nee Mitrovich) in 1946. Cofounder of Dellwood Tire with his brother-in-law, John Mitrovich in 1948. Toward the end of his life, Norbert converted to the Eastern Orthodox Christian Faith.

Donations in Norbert's name to St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, or Joliet Area Community Hospice would be appreciated.

The family invites relatives and friends to gather at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church in Joliet on Monday, May 19, 2014 for a funeral service to begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be held privately at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. Visitation will be on Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a flag ceremony at 6:00pm and a Pomen service being held at 7:00pm.

Obituary and Tribute Wall for Norbert R. Cora at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for information, 815-722-0524. Arrangements entrusted to:

Published by Herald-News from May 16 to May 18, 2014.
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Dear Connie, Michael and David,

We sincerely regret that we can not be with you in these sad days.
In a very short time you have also lost the other parent, the greatest of friends.
We are very sad that Norbert passed away even though we knew it was inevitable.
The good and noble man and friend has left us.
We will keep the memory of him with the greatest affection and respect.
May Norbert's and Irene's soul rest in peace.
Be proud that you had such parents.

Budimir and family
Montenegro

May 23, 2014

David, Connie and Michael, I am so sorry for your loss of both Dad and Mom. I will always be grateful for your mom's friendship with my mom and with me. She taught me how to laugh and to never be afraid to talk to people. God bless them both.

Jackie McCarthy

May 22, 2014

Connie & Family, Our heart goes out to you & prayers that each day, somehow, the beautiful memories overcome the pain of missing your Dad.I know, from experience, in those quiet moments, you'll know he's with you....and always will be. Ed & Melody

May 21, 2014

My deepest condolences.
Keith Skoryi

Keith Skoryi

May 19, 2014

Connie,
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chuck Elliott

May 18, 2014

On behalf of Connie's classmates, I send our love and prayers to her and the entire family on the passing of Norbert. We hold you extra close in these times of loss. Remember, "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and ever dear." With love, Your classmates.

John Dzak

May 18, 2014

Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!!
Mike & Jeanne Gumm

May 18, 2014

Connie, How I loved visiting with your Dad when your Mom had Domino club. Such a sweet gentleman.
Peace and Love, Joan

May 16, 2014

May his memory be eternal. My condolences to your family.

John Argoudelis

May 16, 2014

Sincere condolences to the Cora family

ljubi hayden

May 16, 2014

Connie sorry for your Loss, May good be with you in this time of need.

cheryl vance

May 16, 2014

Connie & Jerry, my condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort in your memories.

Tana Petrich

Tana Petrich

May 16, 2014

I love you Uncle Norbert, I really miss you! Randy

Randy Mitrovich

May 16, 2014

Sorry for your loss! I did not know your dad but knew your mom ! He must have been a wonderful gentleman because she certainly was a wonderful lady! At last they are together! May they rest in Peace!!!
Snezana Ilibasic and family !

Snezana ILIBASIC

May 16, 2014

Connie & family, Deeply sorry for your loss. May God help you all through this difficult time.

Sally Skiotes

May 16, 2014

Connie and family, So sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Marilyn Bidgood-Walsh

May 16, 2014

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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Tezak Funeral Home

1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL

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10:00 a.m.

St. George Serbian Orthodox Church

Joliet, IL

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