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1926
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2014
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Ralph Potokar Obituary
Ralph Martin Potokar, 88, of Arlington Heights formerly of Barrington. The visitation for Ralph Martin Potokar will be held on Friday, November 21st, 2014 at the Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home, 415 S. Buesching Road, Lake Zurich from 3:00PM until the time of the funeral service at 8:00PM with the Reverend David Ryan officiating. Interment will be private.Ralph was born on June 24, 1926 in Lyons, IL the son of the late Martin F. and Theresa "Rose" (nee Prah) Potokar and passed away on Tuesday, November 18th, 2014.Ralph was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, a 50 year member of the DesPlaines Elks Club and longtime member of Rolling Green Country Club. Prior to the retirement of Ralph he had been the owner of Midway Construction Company which he had founded in 1955.Beloved husband of the late Mary L. (nee Dolezal) Potokar; loving father of Martin (Susan), Ralph (Jacqui), Steven (Lori) Potokar, Mary Kaye (Mike) and Lisa (Craig) Wente; cherished grandfather of Kimberly, Ryan (Christy) Potokar, Bridget (Steven) Jensen, Joshua (Jeanette), Melissa, Jacqui and Michael Potokar; great grandfather of 10; preceded in death by 4 brothers and 2 sisters.In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Ralph would be appreciated for the Alzheimer's Association, 8430 W. Bryn Mawr, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60631.For Info. 847-540-8871 or www.ahlgrimffs.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Potokar
December 6, 2014
Mac... sending our deepest regrets to the Potokar Family. Very saddened to hear the passing of your father, Ralph. May you and your family cherish all those fond memories forever in your hearts.
Gary and Jan Pietrucha
Wood Dale, IL
Mary Salm
December 5, 2014
Dear Mac, Marty, Steven, Lisa and Mary Kay,
I was so sorry to learn about your dad. My sincere condolences.
Love,
Mary Salm
Love,
November 24, 2014
To my dear Cousins,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Ralph. He was a wonderful man and lots of fun. He will be missed.
Love, Pat and Bern
November 24, 2014
While reflecting back on Mr. Potokar (Ralph), the thing that first comes to mind was his presence. When Mr. Potokar (Ralph) entered a room, or if he was already there and you entered; he stood out. When he talked with that deep voice, it would put you in awe. I always found Mr. Potokar (Ralph) to be very matter of fact, yet warm and compassionate. He will be missed.
Jim & Sue Fitzpatrick
Richard Pipenhagen
November 22, 2014
Your dad (Ralph), Bob Patience and my dad (Art Pipenhagen) were "The Rat Pack" rival of Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, Joey Bishop, etc. of Chicagoland! The stories were endless. I have fond memories of your family and mine and your dad was a terrific gentleman and your mom a class lady. The Potokar, Patience, Pipenhagen trio were the best of friends and a lot of laughs. Now they are together again.
Great memories. Rest in Peace Ralph.
My condolences,
November 21, 2014
Potokar Family;
Ralph brought us so many happy moments here on the Church Creek Skilled Nursing Floor, Ralph left us with a treasure trove of memories. We will never be able to forget him. We are praying for you in this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace. Yes Ralph there is chocolate in Heaven!
Church Creek Skilled Nursing Staff
Tracey Potokar-Macklin
November 20, 2014
Dear Potokar Family,
I was sad to hear of Uncle Ralph's passing. He will always be remembered for his charming and caring persona. I always admired how fondly he always talked about his family. I hope you find peace in that.
Take care and God Bless your families,
Tracey Potokar-Macklin
Joan Kelly
November 20, 2014
I will miss seeing Ralph on Wed. mornings. A group of us from Our Lady of Wayside parish would take communion to the residents at Church Creek. Whenever he saw me he'd smile and say "is it Wednesday?". I'd tease him a little about "keeping out of trouble" and he'd get a kick out of that too!
God rest his soul.
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Nov
21
Visitation
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ahlgrim Family Funeral Services - Lake Zurich Location415 South Buesching Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Nov
21
Service
8:00 p.m.
Ahlgrim Family Funeral Services - Lake Zurich Location415 South Buesching Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
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