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William Karavas Obituary

William P. Karavas, age 75, of Elgin, Ill. formerly of Arlington Heights, Ill., passed peacefully on Feb-ruary 9, 2010 while in the company of his wife of 55 years Barbara and his immediate family. "Bill" proudly left his devoted wife, Barbara Ryan, his loving and proud sons, George (Pamela), William Jr. (Nancy) and adoring daughters Mary Karavas-Odom (Chuck) and Karen (Mark) Pogalz. He was a generous grandfather to George (Lisa), Jessica (David) Rossi, Christine, Emily, William III, Jack and Ed Pogalz. Respects will be paid at the Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory, 950 South Bartlett Rd, Bart-lett, Illinois (at Stearns Rd.) on Friday, February 12 from 4-8p.m. Funeral Saturday, February 13 11a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 397 Fulton St., Elgin, Ill. Mass of Chris-tian Burial 12p.m. Noon, after mass cremation will be private at the Coun-tryside Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial be made to Boys Town, 200 Flanagan Blvd., P.O. Box 6000, Boys Town, NE 68010. 630-289-7575 or www.countrysidefuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Feb. 11, 2010.

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JoDee

February 5, 2023

Thinking of you Karen.

June 29, 2010

Deepest condolences to the Karavas Family, especially to Bill Jr., an old classmate. God Bless You.
Mark Kristy
Hettinger, ND

March 1, 2010

Mary and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. It's easy to say he's in a better place--and he is. That does not take away the huge hole in your hearts and in your lives. Take good care of yourselves during these difficult days. Remember he loves you all very much and is so proud of how you helped him move forward. Charlotte Ogorek

February 12, 2010

Karavas Family,

We are sorry to hear about Bill. We got to know him when we lived in the house on Highland. He was a good man.

Kevin and Jane McGowan
Schaumburg

Tim D'Onofrio

February 12, 2010

What a great guy. He always made me laugh. I'm glad I had the opportunity to cross paths with him. Barb...I'm sorry for your loss.

February 12, 2010

Dear Karen and the Karavas Family:

One of my early childhood memories was seeing Mr. Karavas at the Jewel in AH. He was so friendly and everytime we went there, I would ask my mom if we could go see him. I have fond memories of him and his kindness. You are all in my prayers in this time of sorrow. I know he will be missed by many. But his spirit will live on forever! Love, Kate Budin

Lee

February 11, 2010

So many fond memories of a great family led by a great man. From the cookie drawer to the string, laughing until we cried. The tears are different now...

February 11, 2010

To Barb & family
so sorry to hear about Bill. He was a good brother.
Love you all , with deepest sympathy.Millie n Bill Selk

JoDee McDonnell

February 11, 2010

Dear Karen & family:

I am saddened to hear of the loss of your dad. I will always remember him out working about the house and garage. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. My you find comfort in the good memories you share.
Peace and Love.

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