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Zvonko Cabo Obituary

Zvonko Cabo age 63, beloved husband of Anna (nee Ratkovic); loving father of Greg, Marie and Peter Cabo; devoted dida of Gianna; dear brother of John (Irene) Grubisic, Luka (Gordana) G-Cabo, Marija (Roko) Bandalo, Ana (Mirko) Bandalo, Stipe (Danka) G-Cabo and Lucija (Marten) Krce; cherished Kum, fond uncle and treasured friend to many; Visitation Monday 3-9 P.M. Funeral Tuesday 9:15 A.M. from Lawn Funeral Home to Our Lady of the Woods Church Mass 10:00 A.M. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708 429-3200

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 7, 2013.

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Nada Ratkovi´c

July 1, 2024

Uvijek s nama u mislima i srcu dragi moj tetak Zvonko.

Obitelj Boze Ratkovi´c

Nada Ratkovi

July 1, 2020

Draga sestro, tete i dragi rođaci,
danas kao i uvijek smo s vama u mislima na dragog Zvonke.
Iako vrijeme prolazi vaa i naa bol u srcima je velika.
Volimo vas sve,
Obitelj Boe Ratkovi

Shelley Lutner

July 12, 2013

Marie, Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your dad. Shelley Lutner

July 12, 2013

neopisiva je bol i tuga u našim srcima zbog gubitka jedne divne osobe, tetka koji je imao uvijek lijepu rijec za svakoga, koji je znao sve razveseliti i svoju ljubav svima pružiti. Dragi Bože cuvaj nam ga.....a mi cemo ga uvijek nositi u svojima srcima.
Dragi moji u mislima sam s vama iako nisam tamo uz vas
Iskrena sucut od Inke i njene obitelji

July 11, 2013

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your love one. Please accept my condolences as you meditate on Jesus' promise at John 5:28.

Christina Prkic

July 11, 2013

Dear Teta Anna and family,
There are no words to really express how sorry I am about your loss. On behalf of all of the Prkic's, we will always treasure the fun memories with Zvonko and of our visits in Florida together. Sending you much love and heartfelt sympathies, Christina Prkic

Tracy Mulhausen

July 10, 2013

I just met Marie for the first time on the day she buried her sweet father. Although we just met, I have to say I am deeply moved by the outpouring of love from your community of neighbors, friends and family. Bill sounds like he was a jovial heart and I can see that his family carries on his legacy already. I am sure he is very proud of you. May God bless you during this difficult time.

Joe Jelinek

July 10, 2013

Dear Anna and family, On behalf of the Croatian Cultural Club I wish to extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of our friend,your Husband and Father Zvonko. May his soul rest in peace, Amen.

Tonya Spell

July 9, 2013

I only got to meet him a few times but he was a great man and i know his family well. My heart goes out to the Ratkovich and Cabo family! RIP.

Tonya Spell (friend of Tom & Shelly Ratkovich) - Houston

Bobby Cannatello

July 9, 2013

It's hard to sum up all that Zvonko was in a guest book entry on an online obit., but I will try. Zvonko was the epitome of what a man was supposed to be; strong, hard working, perserverant, yet kind, gentle, and loving. In this day and age it is hard to see people don a smile, yet Zvonko was never seen without one. His knack for humor and drive for success was and still is a guiding light in my life. I still remember how he would tease Peter and I about how we were, "brother in laws" (inside joke) or while watching football on Thanksgiving he would throw out the random, "whos your daddy" and light up the room in a rib hurting fit of laughter.
Ana, Greg, Marie, and Peter I apologize for not being in attendance the last two days, and I know this time is hard, but please remember how much good Zvonko brought to this world and let his smile help ease your pain.
Love,
Bobby Cannatello

Marie Gornick

July 9, 2013

Mrs. Cabo & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of the Cabo family from the Sloboda days. Prayers are going out to the family.

Regards,
Marie Gornick

Milenka Pervan-Crnkovic

July 9, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Cabo family. My lasting memory will be seeing how happy he and Ana were at the Holy Trinity picnic several weeks ago. May he rest in peace.

Avacado Nuts

July 9, 2013

We only knew Bill through the summer bocce league at Mama's. But Adria was always a team we look forward to playing. We always knew if we paid attentiong, we'd learn something while getting our butts kicked.

Our sincerest condolences. He was truly one of the best bocce ball players we ever played against. And unlike many others, he was willing to share his vast knowledge of the game with opposing players.

Anna, we can't express how sorry we are for you loss. God bless you and your family in this difficult time.

July 9, 2013

To the Cabo Family,

We are very sorry to hear for your loss. Always know that he will hold a special place in your hearts. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Smith Family (Duane, Nancy, Duane and Jessica) a/k/a Burbank Stingrays

Tatijana Goreta

July 9, 2013

Beautiful words! Beautiful LIFE - blessings for you Zvonko and for all that you experienced. May your memories live on in the hearts that you touched... Anna, Greg, Marie, Peter & all... Warmly, Tatijana

Jozo and Milenka Prkic

July 9, 2013

Dear Cabo Family,

We are truly sorry for your loss, our hearts and thoughts are with each of you. Zvonko was a wonderful man and our memories and time spent with him will never be forgotten.

July 9, 2013

Otišao si gore, i sad se vjerovatno opet smiješ, jer ono po cemu te pamtim tvoj je osmjeh...Neka tako i ostane
Iskrena sucut
Anita Elezovic s obitelji

July 9, 2013

Draga obitelji Cabo
Iskrena sucut , u našim ste mislima.Pocivao u miru.
Ante Bandalo s obitelji

Frank Geraci

July 9, 2013

Greg and Family,

I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take the memories of the good times you had with him to help you through these tough times.

Pamela Buettner

July 9, 2013

Anna, Greg, Marie, and Peter,
How incredibly blessed you all are to have had such a wonderful father/husband in your lives! As sad as it is to not have him here with you, you honor him by celebrating the life he led and the joy he brought to everyone he met. Zvonko treated me like another member of the family - he didn't have to pay attention to me at all, but he always made me feel special. I don't believe I ever saw "Ringo" without a smile on his face. That is how I will remember him. God bless you all and give you strength through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Barb Bryja-Friery

July 9, 2013

Dear Cabo Family -

My thoughts and sympathies are with you at this difficult time. Sending prayers your way. May your father be with you in spirit daily.

July 9, 2013

Iskrena sucut od obitelji Nikole i Andelke Rakaric. Pocivao u miru.

Mate Covic I family

July 8, 2013

Kuma Anna I family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of a great man. He always brought a smile to everyone's face and knew how to have a great time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May the great memories keep you strong.

Love you Mate Covic i family

Stephanie Pavisic-Sojka

July 8, 2013

Dear Marie, Peter, Greg and Ana,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad's (and husband's) passing. May your memories of him help heal your broken hearts. I remember him always laughing and smiling. And I believe he still is. That is just how he would want to be remembered.

July 8, 2013

I just learned of your loss. What a loss to all of us. Bill was truly the "light" in a room. You knew he was there and he always made everyone feel welcome. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. The John Zuzga Family.

Vaishali Trivedi

July 8, 2013

Dear Greg and family,

I was saddened to hear about your loss and I pray that God gives you the strength to move forward while cherishing fond memories of the past...

July 8, 2013

Greg,
I am sorry to hear about your father. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. As always, celebrate the life of Mr. Cabo and what he brought to this world.

July 8, 2013

Greg and family...

"So very sorry to hear about your loss, may God hold you in the palm of his hands with comfort and blessings for all"

Heather Turton

Ivica Orlic

July 8, 2013

Teta Anna ,Greg ,Marie and Peter
At this difficult time our prayers are with you all. Be assured that barba Zvonko is looking over you all. We will all remember him as he was always a happy pleasant kind man full of joy and happiness. He will be greatly missed and will always be remembered in our harts and our prayers. Love you all. Orlic Ivica, Barbara , Sarah ,Jessica i mali Stipe.

Donna Ramos

July 8, 2013

Marie,

I shocked and saddened to hear of your dad's sudden passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I enjoyed hearing all your stories of you and your dad going kayaking. I never did hear about how you surprised him by taking tennis lessons to challenge him in a match. You are a devoted and loving daughter and I'm sure your dad will always be with you.

July 8, 2013

Dearest Anna and Family, So saddened by the passing of Zvonko. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May He Rest In Peace.

Cathy Kirin

July 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Cabo family. Mom and I always had so much fun with him at parties we would attend at the Suker's house. I don't think I ever laughed as hard as I did then sitting around the dining room table telling stories with Zvonko, Anna and Nada. We will all miss him very much. May he rest in peace.
Love, Jeanette and Cathy Kirin

Lucija Krce

July 8, 2013

Bili smo najmladji i uvik skupa. I stitili jedno drugo. Dragi brate, jos mi nije jasno kako se ovo dogodilo, kad smo samo dan ranije razgovarali? Zauvijek ces biti u svim mojim molitvama i u mom srcu. Mirno spavaj, a tvojim najmilijima - Ani, Gregoryiju, Marie, Peteru i Gianni, neka Bog da snage za dalje. Tvoja sestra Lucija s obitelji: Martin, Sandra i Dario, Tina.

Brother Michael Segvich

July 8, 2013

Mrs. Cabo and Family,

My deepest, prayerful condolences upon the loss of your beloved husband and father. His dedication to his family, Croatia and Brother Rice High School were extraordinary and faith-filled.

All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Michael S. Segvich, CFC

Kelly Martin

July 8, 2013

Marie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I pray that remembering the good times with your dad and sharing your stories and memories will bring you all comfort.

With sincerest sympathy,

Terri Gniadek

July 8, 2013

Dear Cabo family,
We are shocked and saddened by the news of Bill. We enjoyed and have so many great memories of being your neighbors in Burbank for 10 years. Bill would always show up after a long week of work at the packing plant. He would bring our baby back ribs that we ordered and always have a great bottle of wine to share with us and Ann and Hank. We miss those days. Love to Anna, Greg , Marie and Peter from Doug, Terri, Sarah, Rachel, Adam, Rebecca and Zach Gniadek. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

July 8, 2013

Anna,Greg,Peter,and Marie,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Zvonko's passing. He was a good man and a good friend.
Jim Lilek

MELISSA RODRIGUEZ

July 8, 2013

Our hearts are truly saddened for your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Cabo family in this very difficult time. Please know that your San Antonio family loves you all so very much and is sending lots of Zagrljaji and poljupci to all of you.You are all in our thoughts and prayers!! Love Melissa and Andrea Rodriguez

Jose and Rosalinda Rodriguez

July 7, 2013

Our deepest sympathy, to all the Cabo family, we were blessed to meet Greg's mom and dad at our home in San Antonio at the birthday party of our son J R who is a good friend of Greg. Zvonko and Marie danced with their precious granddaughter GiGi to the song my my boggie shoes. They were so happy and two of the sweetest people you would ever want to meet. We are truly saddened by the news of his passing. Greg I pray that you will know that your San Antonio Family is holding you close in prayer. Tell your mom and family that we love them and remain here for whatever we can do. Jose and Rosalinda Rodriguez and family.

July 7, 2013

To the Cabo family, so sorry for your loss!

Maria Russo & Family

Ann-Marie Bernitt

July 7, 2013

For your Dad.

Ann-Marie Bernitt

July 7, 2013

Marie, I am praying for you and your family. My heart goes out to you. I am here if you need me.

July 7, 2013

Cabo family and friends, And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore, the farmer things have passed away. evelation 21,4

barbara grubisic cabo

July 7, 2013

Dragi stric Zvonko, prerano si otišao, ali sad si ti naš andeo. Volimo te svi.
Iskrena sucut ciloj obitelji.
Nek ti Bog da vjecni mir i pokoj.
Barbara

Anna Volpi

July 7, 2013

Cabo family, Our hearts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sandra Simundic

July 7, 2013

Obitelj Cabo, nasa iskrena sucut. Pociva u miru Bozjem. Obitelj Sandra(Bajic) Simundic

July 7, 2013

..i uzme nas i otme od familije, dragih ljudi, djece, unucadi...bez uvertitre, razloga i odgovora... Boze, cuvaj nam ga tamo gore di je puno lipo, a nikom se ne ide. Dragi moji, neka vam Bog da snage, a nasem dobrom Zvonku vjecni mir. Edita s djecom.

Randee Larimer

July 7, 2013

To the family of ‘Bill' Cabo; May you find comfort in the following days. To my special friend Bill, you will be sorely missed and always have a place in my heart. Keep the wine cold and the grill hot for when we meet again. RIP ! with love, Randee.

Louis Scalise

July 7, 2013

My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your loving husband and father. My prayers are with you.

Michael & Nancy Lepera

July 7, 2013

Zvonko, I am so sorry to hear that I won't see that wonderful smile or that witty sense of humor that you had anymore. Michael and I are devastated with your passing. You were the picture of health and you always let us know that. We love you always and will miss you deeply. Our love and support go out to Anna, please call we are here for you. Marie, take care of your Mom, she will need you now more than ever. Love to you all in your time of need. Michael & Nancy Lepera

July 7, 2013

Draga obitelj Cabo,
Nasa iskrena sucut svima vama, a posebno tebi Ana, nasa molitva je uz vas. A neka nam dragi Zvonko pociva u miru Bozijem, uvijek se je salio sa menom i zvao me je evo nase Tune, uvije cu to pamtiti kao dobrog i plementog covjeka. Od obitelji Ivana i Vesna Mlinarich

July 7, 2013

Dragi tetak i zete bio si simbol dobrote.
Prerano si napustio sve koji su te voljeli, a nije bilo onog tko nije,
Nikad te necemo zaboraviti.
Pocivao u miru Božjem
Obitelj Bože Ratkovic

Marie

July 7, 2013

One of my favorite memories of my dad is a recent one - his backroom money exchange antics in Argentina. "Marie, he's a businessman." Priceless. I love you dad. Many, many great times and I'm so thankful.

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