Photo courtesy of Peterson-Bassi Chapels - Chicago
Apr 26, 1949 - Jan 7, 2025
Patty:
We just saw this and are very sad. We extend our sympathies to you and your family. Jeff was such a friendly guy.
Stu and Karen Gipson
Stu and Karen Gipson
January 21, 2025 | Naples, FL
My condolences to the Optholt family
Another Angel enters Heaven
May Dougherty
January 16, 2025 | Forest Park, IL | Friend
My prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times
Scarlett Evans
January 13, 2025 | Chicago, IL | Friend
Our thoughts are with your family now. Uncle Jeff was always so kind to us and will be missed. I am currently hearing his laugh as I write this, he sure had a good one! Lots of love to you all and hugs from the Ihde family. - Marianne, Michael, Gwen, Audrey and Alison
Marianne Ihde
January 11, 2025 | VA | Family
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Jeff was such a good man. He will be deeply missed.
Joyce Miller
January 11, 2025 | Forest Park, IL | Friend
Jeffrey Optholt, 75, died Tuesday in Oak Park after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in 1949 in Chicago and attended Proviso West High School.
He graduated from the University of Illinois-Chicago with a degree in accounting and went on to a long career in banking.
Jeff is survived by his wife of 52 years, Patricia Bacom Optholt; his children Sam (Claire), Luke (Heather), Bridget (Zach), Grace (Dan) and Elizabeth; 9 adoring grandchildren; siblings Janelle (John), and Joel (Jeannine); and many nieces and nephews.
He enjoyed nothing more than spending time gathered with his family and tight-knit group of friends. You could always find him at his children and grandchildren's events, traveling, biking and working in the woodshop.
His unwavering support, friendship and infectious laugh will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be Wednesday, January 15 at Peterson-Bassi Chapels, 6938 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60707 from 5-8pm
Mass will be Thursday, January 16 at Ascension Catholic Church, 808 S East Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304 at 10:30am
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to Opportunity Knocks at https://opportunityknocksnow.kindful.com
If you cannot attend the wake or funeral services for Jeffrey Optholt, we invite you to pay your respects by signing the Digital Guest Register.
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