Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Carbonara Funeral Home

1515 N 25th Ave

Melrose Park, Illinois

Ted Leverenz Obituary

Ted E. Leverenz, 78, of Melrose Park, IL, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2020. Beloved husband to his bride Kathleen Jarecki-Leverenz. Loving father of Tracy (William Bergh) Leigh Bergh, Kevin (Jamie Francis-Leverenz) Leverenz, Brian (Gina) Jarecki, and Michael (Chirag Badlani) Jarecki. Gentle grandpa to Melanie, Christina, Abigail, Ethan, Brian, Jr., and Ronen. Dear brother of Thomas (Sonia) Leverenz and uncle to many. Dedicated doggie dad to many, including Bailey, Bella and Mia. Ted served as an IL State Representative from 1974 to 1991, including as Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, and a Senator from 1991 to 1993. He is remembered as a dedicated public servant who "Never Had a Bad Day," with a smile to prove it. His loving nature and kindness will be forever cherished and carried on by his family, loved ones and many friends. Due to the pandemic, no public memorial service will be held. Contributions to honor Ted's life and legacy may be made to the American Lung Association, lung.org.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 10, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Ted Leverenz

Not sure what to say?





April 11, 2020

Thinking of Kathy and the family.

Cheryl Lenart
Schaumburg, Il

April 11, 2020

Thinking of the family and wishing them comfort and peace

Nancy Center

April 10, 2020

My Condolences to the family. I was with my mother at a picnic in the mid 1980's and we met Mr. Leverenz there. He was very nice and I remember his smile and kindness.

Gary Roth

April 10, 2020

Politics made us Friends, respect made us Family. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace.

Gary Roth and Family

Denise Vitale

April 10, 2020

You are all in our thoughts and prayers . We will always remember Teds wonderful kind smile .

Love, Jim, Denise and family

Ron Ewert

April 10, 2020

Farewell my Friend...

April 10, 2020

Thinking of the family and wishing them comfort and peace

Peter Creticos

April 9, 2020

Ted was good fellow. Very bright, sometimes underestimated, always on the right side, and effective as a public servant. I will miss him. Rest in Peace.

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Ted Leverenz's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Ted Leverenz

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Carbonara Funeral Home

1515 N 25th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160

How to support Ted's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Ted Leverenz's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more