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Arthur Dafgard Obituary

Dafgard, Arthur W. "COACH" 61, of Midlothian and formerly of New Jersey, passed away on March 11, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Artie was born September 27, 1955, in Somerville, New Jersey to Elizabeth and Alfred Edward (Jr) Dafgard. He worked as a football coach and as a car salesman. He was a member of the First Church of God in Oak Lawn. He was funny, loving and generous to all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Terri Sowles-Dafgard; daughters, Kristyn (Gerry Glowienke) Surprenant, Melani (Mike) Belpedio and Danielle (fiancé Akeem Gbeleyi) Dafgard, and sons, Mitchell (partner Juliette Beaulieu) Surprenant and Benjamin (Samantha) Dafgard. Artie is also survived by his four grandchildren, Colin, Rayna and Cierra Belpedio and Madeline Stocks; his mother, Elizabeth Dafgard; a sister, Linda Luna; brothers Alfred "Spike" E. Dafgard III and Gary Dafgard; a nephew, Billy Maciborski; and a brother-in-law, Carmine Mastromarino. He was preceded in death by his father, Alfred Edward Jr., and his sister, Gloria Mastromarino. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at the First Church of God, at 4600 W. 111th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the juvenile dermatomyositis foundation (http://www.curejm.org) in Artie's memory would be appreciated. All arrangements and services were provided by John J. Minich, Funeral Director 773-582-6294.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 2, 2017.

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Susan Spears

October 8, 2017

Terri,
My deepest condolences for your loss. I just found out. I am so sorry. Thank God for your wonderful family and love our Lord. Please let me know if you need anything. Susan

June Cermak

April 6, 2017

He will be thought of often and always missed

April 4, 2017

Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the power of prayer ease your sorrow, give you peace and provide much comfort during this difficult time (Matthew 21:22).--ERJ

April 3, 2017

My condolences to the family. Continue to rely on God and know that he hears prayers : Isaiah 59:1

April 1, 2017

"Please continue to pray for Gods holy spirit." That you may draw comfort from the powerful words written in the bible so that he may be able to ease the pain, and sorrow of your heavy heart (Matthew 5:4) .

D W

March 30, 2017

To the Dafgard Family,
I am so sorry for your great loss. It is always so very hard to lose a loved one in death. God understands your loss and is near to all those calling on him in prayer. May you look to God for comfort to endure during this most difficult time.
(Psalms 145:18) Your family and friends have my deepest condolences

Tamiko Woods

March 30, 2017

May the God of Comfort bring you peace during this difficult time

A Neighbor

March 30, 2017

I never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Artie,Even still, today I am sharing in your sorrow and wishing you peace. Please feel and be assured of God's loving arms around you as He promises to carry you through every heartache. Isaiah 46:4Furthermore, the promise that God has made is soon to be a reality. John 3:16; 5:28, 29

KELLEY

March 26, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOUR FAMILY A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

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