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1939

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2019

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800 S. Roselle Road

Schaumburg, Illinois

James Molitor Obituary

Visitation for James G. Molitor, 79, a resident of Elgin for 11 years, formerly of Schaumburg, Tues., July 2 from 3:00-8:00pm at Michaels Funeral Home, 800 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg. Funeral services Wed., July 3 beginning with prayers at 9:15am at the funeral home to 10:00am funeral mass at St. Hubert Church, Hoffman Estates. Interment will be held privately at a later day at St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine. Born July 28, 1939 in Chicago to George and Anna Marie (nee Morrison), he passed away peacefully June 30, 2019 in Elk Grove surrounded by his loving family. James lived for his wife, family and his grandkids. Watching and being part of their activities and hearing about them were his greatest achievements. Adoring husband of 53 years to Barbara (nee Zuba); loving father of James Scott (Danae), Janeen (Darren) Ford and Kimberly (Michael) Shomaker; fond grandfather of Matthew, Daniel, Stephanie, Megan, Allison, Rebecca, Abigail, Ryan, & Robert; dear brother of Jerome Molitor, Mary Beth (Peter) Salmon, Christine Hermann, Joseph (Gail) Molitor, Georgieann (Dan) O'Connor and the late Jean Marie Molitor; beloved uncle and dear friend to many. He will be missed by all those whose lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, memorials in James' name to Alexian Brothers Hospice Residence, http://www.alexianfoundation.org. For information 847-891-2900 or visit www.michaelsfh.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 1, 2019.

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Sue Partlow Stark

July 3, 2019

My sympathies to the entire Molitor family.

Betty Melligan

July 3, 2019

Barb & Entire Family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you today and always. I am so sorry for your loss.

Lynda Mukite

July 2, 2019

Jean & Family, thinking of you with deep sympathy. May your dad rest well knowing how loved he was and the legacy he left behind in all of you. God Bless.

Richard Verde

July 2, 2019

Jim was a good friend and teammate at Firestone.
We had many laughs and fun times playing poker with him and his brother Joe.
Great time golfing and sharing a beer.
God bless and keep you and your family safe in the days ahead. We'll miss you.

July 1, 2019

Please accept my sincerest sympathy as you go through these difficult days.
May fond memories bring you solace.
Mary Swieca (Dan)

Daniel Finn

July 1, 2019

Barb: My condolences to you and the family. Jim was a good man and I always enjoyed talking to him. You will be in my prayers.

Dan Finn
Retired Insurance Agent

Pat Christy

July 1, 2019

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I have a special place in my heart for Jim and you. That friendship has been 60+ years and i remember all the great times we had over the years.

I am so sorry that I will not be able to make the trip to Chicago as I am recovering from surgery. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time.

Rose Ross

July 1, 2019

our sincere condolences to Chris & family...
Rose & Luke Ross

July 1, 2019

Barb, blessings to you and your family.

Jackie Bresnen

Joy and Steve

June 30, 2019

Jim we will miss your Hi Neighbor greeting. Always ready with a story when neighbors got together. Barb was the love of your life and we knew it. Rest In Peace neighbor, the neighborhood won't be the same without you.

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2

Visitation

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

Michaels Funeral Home and Cremation Care

800 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193

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3

Prayer Service

9:15 a.m.

Michaels Funeral Home and Cremation Care

800 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193

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3

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Hubert Church

Hoffman Estates, IL

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800 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193

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