Henry James Walitschek
Henry James Walitschek
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December 9, 1929 – August 9, 2025
Hank Walitschek, age 95 of Hoffman Estates, IL passed August 9th. Beloved husband of Marcie (nee Frontzak) of 70 years. Loving father of James (Michelle), the late David (Karen [Larry] Listermann), and Kristine (Adam) Shore. Proud Papa to Megan (Josh) Walz, Paige Shore, Amy Walitschek and Brogan Shore. Fond bonus grandpa to Luke Listermann. Great Papa to Hazel Walz. Loving son of the late Rose and Henry Walitschek. Brother to Rose (Bill), Dorothy (Frank), and Richard whom all predeceased him. Uncle to numerous nieces and nephews.
Henry was a Korean War Veteran then worked in precision sheet metal for 38 years. He enjoyed his MG, sailboats, The Chicago Bears, red wine, his home, traveling and his family.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests you make a donation to your favorite charity, the Ascension Hospice Residence at https://www.ascensionillinoisfoundation.org/ or plant a tree in his honor.
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Upcoming Events
Aug
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Visitation
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services LTD.
330 West Golf Road, Schaumburg, IL 60195
Send FlowersAug
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Service
9:15 a.m.
Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services LTD.
330 West Golf Road, Schaumburg, IL 60195
Send FlowersAug
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Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Holy Archangels Parish at St. Hubert Church
729 Grand Canyon Street, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Send FlowersServices provided by
Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services LTD.Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.