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Arlington Heights, Illinois
Carl A. Zdeb, 85, of Arlington Heights. Beloved husband of Dolores ?Dodie? Zdeb, nee Pierce for 64 years. Loving father of Joseph (Diane) Zdeb, Kip (Jane) Zdeb and the late Charles A. Zdeb. Dear grandfather of Joseph, Rachael, Joshua and Keith. Loving son of the late Josephine and Joseph Zdeb. Dear brother of the late Irene, Virginia, Helen, Dolores and Rita and dear uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Carl was a Principal at Conant High School for over 20 years and an Assistant Superintendent of High School District 211. He was a long time member and former president of the Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates Rotary Club and a member of United Way.
A memorial visitation will be held from 4:30 to 7 PM Friday, May 15, at Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services, 330 W. Golf Road, Schaumburg. A funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, May 16, at 10 AM at St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 1201 E. Anderson Drive, Palatine. Interment Private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials will be appreciated to St. Thomas Church. Funeral information or online condolences www.ahlgrimfuneral.com or 847-882-5580.
Mr. Zdeb came to my son's funeral in April of 1971; totally unexpected though Rich was a senior that year. Sorry I didn't hear of this sooner; my sympathies go out to his family.
Kallie Jurgens
October 22, 2015 | Minocqua, WI
I remember on the day I was elected president of the student body, Mr. Zdeb called me into his office and offered me this advice, "In life, never let anyone steal or take away your dreams." I have and will always remember Mr. Zdeb, as a great man, a great educator and all of his wonderful advices he shared with me. Rest in peace, my teacher. Rich Riggio,'Class of 71'
May 17, 2015
Uncle Carl one of a kind. He helped out our family a great deal and always gave me solid advice throughout the years. I'll miss his funny e mails, words on the phone, and fantastic disposition whenever we connected in person over the miles of separation. It's comforting to know he is reunited with so many loved ones that have passed along before him. All of my love and prayers go out to our "lovely and talented" Aunt Dodie, Cousins Joey and Kip and their families. Andy Carbone
May 16, 2015
Thank you Carl for loving me. You were a wonderful father-in-law. Thank you for all you did for Chuck. May you rest in peace. Your loving daughter-in-law, Laura.
Laura
May 16, 2015
He was the greatest and I will miss him a lot! Keeping Aunt Dodie and her family in my thoughts and prayers. Love niece, Susan
Susan Gianforte
May 15, 2015 | Greensboro, NC
As a young boy I was the recipient of great kindness from Mr. Zdeb as he recognized the need to, and found a way to temper my own father's overzealousness (aka anger)over his son's (my)"faults." I never knew what Carl said to him but I know I my life was changed for the better because of him.
Mark Rulle
May 15, 2015
Very sad to hear of Mr. Zdebs'' passing. I had so much respect for him as my principal from 1970-1974! Such a kind and wonderful man. I remember his warm smile and approachable demeanor. Such a good role model for students and people of any age! God bless!
Donna Patino
May 15, 2015 | Bedford, TX
Carl you and I have been friends forever and will be again in heaven. You are apart of my DNA and I am so grateful. Will miss you buddy.
Jerry Wiseman
May 15, 2015
See you again someday Mr. Carl
JimTom Pilgreen
May 14, 2015 | Carrollton, MS