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Elmer Mestrovic Obituary

Mestrovic, Elmer "Big E" WWII Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Rita; loving father of Johanne (Jerry) Lakomiak, Elmer (the late Patti), best friend Mary Akers, Mary (Bill) Murrihy, and Rita (Massimo) Grassano; proud grampa and best papa of Jake, Jerry, Mary, Matthew, Billy, Rita, and Jack; dear brother of Carl, and the late Frank (the late Eve), Robert, and Beverly; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday 9:15 a.m. from Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st St. (Chicago) to Nativity of Our Lord Church Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (312)225-8500.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 8, 2014.
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Dear "Little Elmer" and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad (Big Elmer). I remember both of you fondly from our days at IITRI. My brother Peter did call me the day you talked with him, what a wonderful surprise that you still remembered me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy Galassi-Mega

Cindy Galass-Mega

February 12, 2014

Dear Elmer & Mestrovic Family,

We were very saddened to hear about the passing of your Dad.
Please accept our deepest sympathy and extend them to your family as well.
We will remember your Dad's very warm smile and also past memories from all the "good" times we had at the Coral Key with him and your Mom.

He has now joined her and will be enjoying Eternal peace with her and our Heavenly Father. May all of your special memories get you and your family through this difficult time.

Joe & Carol Giuffre

February 10, 2014

I send my prayers to the Mestrovic Family. I recall your Dad and knew he was well loved by all. I know he was proud of all of you. Elmer, I hope to see you sometime this summer. Until that time, take care of yourselves. I know you hold great memories in your heart.

Mary Pletke Tuite

February 10, 2014

Elmer and Mestrovic Family,

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. May you find comfort and healing in all the treasured memories you have of him.
The Gach Family, Margret, Chuck and Laura.

February 10, 2014

My prayers are with the entire Mestrovic family at this time. It was and honor to have had him in part of my life. The "Big E" will truely be missed but never forgotten.

Frank Phillips

February 10, 2014

Elmer and Family.
Im soo very sorry for your loss.my thoughts and prays are with all .

Sabina (Sam) McMahon/Litwicki

February 10, 2014

Elmer and family--I am sorry I could not get to the wake. Prayers offered. RIP.

John Flynn

February 9, 2014

Rita - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find peace knowing that your mom and dad are now together watching over you and your entire family. And may you find comfort in the memories and the stores that you will share and that will be shared with you over the coming days.
My favorite story is the one you used to tell of how your dad everyday would make lunch for everyone - even those that had moved out. But they still came over every morning to pick up thier lunch. What a lovely memory.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your familiy during this time.
Colleen Roberts

Colleen Roberts

February 9, 2014

Elmer,Mary, and Mary:
Patti and I always enjoyed visiting with Big E at neighborhood parties. Please know that we are thinking of all of you at this time. Our deepest sympathies. Jim & Pat Gunnell

Jim and Patti Gunnell

February 9, 2014

You have our family's deepest condolences and sympathy. Our thoughts are with you.

Richard Cuomo

February 9, 2014

To The Family I send my deepest regrets on your loss. God Bless Big E.
Jerry Considine

Jerry Considine

February 8, 2014

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. I am sorry I cannot be present at Elmer's funeral. He will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 09 FEB, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

February 8, 2014

Johanne,
I'm sorry I can't pay my respects in person. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lori Scalise

Lori Scalise

February 8, 2014

Mestrovic Family,we are very sorry for you loss,Elmer was a one person that everyone liked,from the old days at the coral key,to the friendship we had with the family living next door,we will keeo him in our prayers always jim @ D.D

jim kroulaidis

February 8, 2014

I am deeply sorry for your loss, draw close to God and he will draw close to you James 4:8

Victor H.

February 8, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Daniel Borowski

February 8, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gene Sebek

February 8, 2014

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