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Richard Zavala Obituary

Richard D. Zavala, 91, of Morton Grove, dear brother of Mary Anne (the late Hary) Caner and the late Ernest, Gilbert, Teddi Batjes, Stella Thornton, Louis and Ernestine Fazio; beloved uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Richard was an avid golfer and bowler. Visitation at Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. Facemasks are required please. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Heart Association PO Box 840692 Dallas TX 75284-0692 appreciated. Sign online guestbook at www.simkinsfh.com 847-965-2500

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 12, 2021.

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American Heart Association

December 14, 2021

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Ray Klebba

December 12, 2021

I fondly remember our days together at St. Vincent's Grammar School, playing golf and bowling with Dick. He was a good friend and I will miss him.

Simkins Funeral Home

December 11, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
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Dec

13

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Simkins Funeral Home

6251 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL 60053-2818

Dec

13

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Simkins Funeral Home

6251 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL 60053-2818

Dec

13

Interment

Maryhill Cemetery

IL

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Simkins Funeral Home

6251 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL 60053-2818

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