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Albert J. LaBunski

1943 - 2021

Albert J. LaBunski obituary, 1943-2021, Bannockburn, IL

BORN

1943

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home & Crematory

1787 Deerfield Road

Highland Park, Illinois

Albert LaBunski Obituary

Albert J. LaBunski passed away peacefully in his home on December 11, 2021. Albert was the beloved husband of Sandra, cherished father to David (Elyse) and Julie (Mike). Proud grandfather to Brandon, Ryan, Connor, Kevin and Sydney. Al was the son of the late William and Josephine. Big brother to Carol (Tom), Jean, Betty, William (Mary), Josephine (Steve), Mary (Dan), Anthony (Sarah), and Linda. Beloved by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Albert was born in Oakland, CA in 1943. He grew up in Peshtigo, WI until the age of 15. Al moved to Chicago in 1958 to live with his Uncle Frank. He graduated from Tuley High School in 1961. Al met the love of his life in 1964 and was married for 57 years. Al obtained his real estate broker's license in 1965 and founded Cedar Realty Co. in 1973. For well over 50 years, Al was a very successful real estate broker, developer, and investor on the north side of Chicago. Al loved the Chicago Bears, he was an avid fan and season ticket holder. A visitation will be held on Thursday, December 16th from 4-8 p.m. at Kelley and Spalding Funeral Home, 1787 Deerfield Rd. Highland Park, IL. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday December 17th 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Church, 724 Elder Lane, Deerfield, IL with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his name to: Midwest Veterans Closet, P.O. Box 278, Wadsworth, IL 60083. 847-354-2108, MidwestVeteransCloset.org or Guardian Hospice, 181 Waukegan Road Suite 301 Northfield, IL 60093 (847) 446-0000 guardianhospice.org For more information, please contact Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home, 847-831-4260 or www.kelleyspaldingfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Dec. 14 to Dec. 15, 2021.

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Lydia and Alex Benzar

April 1, 2023

Our late condolences to your family. We used to manage Virginia Apts some time ago, and Mr. LaBunski was one of the nicest bosses I had in the USA. We are visiting Chicago and stopped by yesterday at Virginia Apts.May God bless you all, just as he was a blessing for us in our beginnings here!

Suzanne Mangin

December 17, 2021

So sorry to hear of Al´s passing. We
Enjoyed some great Christmas get togethers. Our love and sympathy goes out to Sandy and the whole family at this time. Remember all the good times together as God welcomes him into His kingdom.

Debbi and Dave Woolf

December 16, 2021

Hey Lisi and Dave!

So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, Dave. One thing that I will always remember about your Dad is his smile, his laugh and his happiness at Birthday Parties!

May you find peace and comfort in the memories you have of him.

We have made a donation in your Dad's name to the Midwest Veteran's Closet.

Love,

Deb and Dave Woolf

Lester

December 15, 2021

Peace and comfort to the family

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Dec

16

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home & Crematory

1787 Deerfield Road, Highland Park, IL 60035

Dec

17

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Holy Cross Church

724 Elder Lane, Deerfield, IL

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Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home & Crematory

1787 Deerfield Road, Highland Park, IL 60035

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