BORN

September 15, 1917

DIED

January 20, 2014

LOCATION

Fremont, California

Edward W. Pudik was born in Chicago, IL on September 15, 1917 the middle child of Michael and Sophie Pudik. Ed graduated from Tilden Tech High School and then University of Illinois in 1937 with a degree in Accounting. As WWII broke out, both he and his older brother Julius enlisted where Ed proudly served in the U.S. Army as a staff sergeant. He later began a long and illustrious career as Vice President of Consolidated Concessions headquartered at Soldier's Field. He was part of a team who provided concessions to scores of Bears Fans, as well as Chicago Park District employees and South Side parks. Always first in his heart were his family and friends. Edward leaves behind his loving sister, Irene Belkow, nieces Kathleen Pudik Rey (Florida), Janet Pudik Ibenez (Colorado) and Donna Belkow Hernandez (California). Great nephews Alex Korda, Christopher Rey, Nicholas and Christian Hernandez and great nieces Lindsey Korda, Carolyn Rey Brennan, Rebecca Rey English. There will be a small viewing and service at Tews Funeral Home, 18230 Dixie Highway, Homewood, Illinois at 10:00 am, Monday, January 27th and burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Chicago, Illinois.

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Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Ed was not only my boss at Soldier Field's Consolidated Concessions during my early teenage years (I am 61 now) but also a friend of my family. I have many fond memories of Ed and my days at Soldier Field. Ed ran Consolidate Concessions with military precision; however, he was kind and funny. He would always say "tell mom to make you an extra pork chop, you worked hard today". He was very active and stayed in great physical condition; an avid golfer. I...

Robert Glynn

January 29, 2014 | Chicago, IL

Our sympathies to his family. He was always a true friend to my Dad, Pleasant.??

Jackie Amick Dahlman

January 27, 2014 | Tinley Park, IL

I knew Mr. Pudik from growing up with dear friend Janet Pudik. As teens we went to Soldier's Field and got a tour through the lower level of the stadium on a cushman cart. What an adventure it was. My sincere condolences to his family, may he rest in peace.

Terry Varga

January 27, 2014 | Glenwood, IL

Ed was a good man full of life, friend to all...he will be missed

Foley Family

January 26, 2014 | Chicago, IL

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

From the Staff of Tews Funeral Home

January 26, 2014 | Homewood, IL

My condolences to the family of Ed Pudik. Ed was my boss, back in the 50's and early 60's. I was a main commisary mgr. and cashier at Soldier Field and Gately Stadium while I was in college and Ed was a good and fair boss.

Roy Odman

January 24, 2014 | Oak Forest, IL

R.I.P. BOSS

PAUL SHUMAKER

January 24, 2014 | JOLIET, IL

Irene,Donna,Lindsey,Alex,Nick,Chris,
Ed Pudik,lived life like a loose garment,he was a loving,generous,caring, and funny man. Glad he was a part of my children and My lives. As well of his love for Natalie and DeAnna He was the best of the best am glad he is reborn free again. Memories eternal especially Saturday laundry and lunch and his beloved Bears. RIP Ed.

George Korda

January 23, 2014 | Chicago, IL

Irene, Lindsey, Alex and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Uncle Ed was a great man and many of you spoke so highly of him. Cherish your memories. We are glad we had the opportunity to know him.
Chrissy, Steven and Morgan xo

January 23, 2014

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