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Fred Utroska Obituary
Born: October 18, 1924; in Clinton, IA
Died: March 15, 2016; in Geneva, IL
Fred G. Utroska, age 91, of Geneva, formerly of St. Charles, died Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at Delnor Hospital in Geneva.
He was born October 18, 1924 in Clinton, Iowa. The son of the late Fred and Cecil Utroska.
He served in the U.S. Navy during WW II in the South Pacific aboard the USS Ingraham DD-694. He was a member of the St. Charles VFW and the St. Charles American Legion. He was employed in various fields and completed his career, retiring from Elmhurst Chicago Stone Company after twenty five years of service. Fred also served as an Alderman of the 5th Ward in St. Charles and contributed kindly and generously in the community.
Fred is survived by his son, Jeff (Dana) Utroska of St. Charles. His much cherished grandchildren, Christopher (Rachael Liberman) Utroska and Patrick (Emily) Utroska; and his two adored great grandchildren, Ollie and Parker Utroska. Also, his most special friend, Joyce Nelson, and a wide and wonderful family of dear nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Utroska.
Visitation will be held Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. at Yurs Funeral Home, 405 East Main Street, St. Charles. Funeral Services will follow at 3:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
Charitable donations may be made in Fred's name to your local Veteran's organizations.
To leave an online condolence for the family, visit the funeral homes obituary page at www.yursfuneralhomes.com. For more information, please call Yurs Funeral Home St. Charles, 630-584 0060-or like us on Facebook.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nancy Mabbitt
April 29, 2016
Dear Family,
Larry and I loved Fred. He was a very special man who showed so much compassion for people. Fred was always so friendly and appreciative of his neighbors. His family loved him so much. Jeff and Dana took such good care of him. He will be missed. Love to Fred and his family.
March 24, 2016
Dana,,,,I remember your father-in-law so well from the Blue Goose....he was a hoot...so friendly and always stopped to talk with me in the meat department. You took great care of him and you have my heartfelt condolences.... Connie (6:45 a.m.)
Joan Sunleaf
March 19, 2016
Dear Jeff and Dana
Sorry to hear about your father. I'm in Florida and unable to come to
the service Sunday. Fred was a good father and grandfather,He will
Be deeply missed by all.
March 19, 2016
Dear Jeff and Dana
So sorry to hear about your father.
I'm inFlorida and unable to come to the service Sunday.
Fred was a good father and grandfather
He will be deeply missed.
Joan Sunleaf
March 19, 2016
March 19,2916
So sorry to hear about your father. I'm in Florida and unable to come
To the service
Sunday
Fred was a good father and grandfather. He will be deeply missed.
Joan Sunleaf
March 19, 2016
March 19, 2016
So sorry to hear about your father. I'm in Florida and unable to come
To the service Sunday.
Fred was a good father, and grandfather. He will be deeply missed
Joan Sunleaf
Patti
March 17, 2016
Uncle Fred- I will so miss our visits and conversation. Your gentleness, thoughtfulness and honesty will be so fondly remembered. Love you always-
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