Bato Govedarica Obituary

Dear Dorothy and family,

My kuma, Janie Katich, just told me about Bato's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of him, and all of you. The miles have kept us apart, but I have thought of you often. My deepest sympathies and love. Michael Martinovich (ex-St. Louis)

Dear Govedarica/Milosh Families:

Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Dad and Deda, +Bato. We grew up hearing stories of his talents and accomplishments on the basketball court and as a great source of pride to his Serbian people,from our family who knew him back in the day. We knew him as a friendly,kind man who enjoyed being with his family at the Serbian Golf tournaments. May all of your wonderful memories of him bring you comfort.

Sincerely,

Bato and Ljubi Hayden and Family

Bata, Ted and Govedarica Family I was so sad to see the notice in the paper what a wonderful tribute to his life. Let your Dad's strength and spirit help you through this difficult time. Bata where were you last summer for the 30th?

Dear Govedarica Family,



With heartfelt sympathy, Memory Eternal. He will be missed deeply.



Love,

Anka

You may remember me as 'Curley Savatovich from Milwaukee. I played against Bato many times in the Serb Tournaments. We became friends. Dorothy, I was on the train when the 'mock wedding between you and Bato took place. I sold Ted a home in Bloomingdale, the project fell through. That smile of Bato's I will always remember. A great player but above all a 'first class man' that I will always remember him for. Serbian pride has been challenged in recent years but a man like Bato makes me feel proud to be a Serb. He'll be with some of his fellow players and his coach, Ray. My best to the family.

The world just lost another nice guy. I had the pleasure of playing in Chicago when Bato played and I was with the Syracyse Nationals when Bato worked out with us. My family and I express our sympathy and heartfelt condolances to the family.

Sincerely,

Wally Osterkorn

I had lunch with my Mom (Millie) today March 20 and she told me about Bato. I am so sorry. My deapest sympathy goes out to all of the Govedarica Family members. What wonderful memories I have of Bato, Dorthy, Ted, Bata and Dane during all the Golf Tournament years and the St. Sava camp years. Your family will always have a place in my heart. My love to all of you. God Bless.

I just heard of Bato's passing and wanted to express my condolences. I have fond memories of growing up with the Goverdarica family and hope you are all doing well in spite of your loss.

Dearest Friends,

We are fortunate to have known Bato. Anyone who knew him knew it was his family he treasured most in life. He will be deeply missed by his friends and we will miss his smiling face at our Serbian tournaments.

Vjecnaja pamjat

All the Sommas

Rande, Georgia, Scott and Adam

Our deepest sympathy is extended to the entire family. Bato will be dearly missed by all his FRIENDS.

Dear Mrs. Govedarica, To you and your children my family and I are so sorry for your loss.

It is so coincidental that Coach Ray Meyer just died so I guess Bato needed a coach up there in heaven.

When Amundsen played against Lane Tech, my brother Wally played against Bato. Bato was such a good ball handler and stand up guy. May you be comforted by happy memories and good friends. Sincerely,

May your memories of this amazing man bring comfort during these surely difficult days! Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Karen

Bato was a neighbor of ours in Northbrook and I enjoyed many a round of golf with him. I also attended DePaul when Bato played there. A fantastic ballplayer. I'll never forget the squeek of his shoes when he stopped on the court to hit his set shot. He'll be missed.

Dear Dorothy and Children,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I truly loved Bato. He was something special.

Arne Redman

To the entire Govedarica family,



Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your beloved husband, father and Deda. Bato's name was oftened mentioned in our home by my mom, dad and uncles for his basketball achievements and for being such a nice person. I have fond memories of him from golf tournaments and other Serbian gatherings. His friendly nature and love of his Serbian people will always be remembered.



Sincerely,

Martha Ostoich Teshich

I will always remember the warm smile and cheerful greeting Bato had for everyone. When he asked how you were, you knew he really meant it because of that contagious smile and the slap on the back that you got. He will be missed by many. Tournments it will never be the same without his fun loving and genuine feelings for everyone there.

When a person reaches the end of their days they are measured not by the material wealth they left behind, but rather by the people they have touched and loved. Bato has left us as a very wealthy man. Because of how he treated people, we know that God is holding Bato in the palm of his hand. On behalf of my brother Aco and sisters Lillian and Vera I would like to say that we will miss Bato and all that he brought to our lives.

To Bato's family and friends,

I was a young man delivering his business mail (time to time) when Bato was on Belmont Ave. He became my insurance agent when I became 21 years old, and continued until I moved to Arizona 30 or so years later.He was a very friendly guy with many accomplishments. Our prayers are with his family and loved ones.

Tony - Bette Spilotro

Our condolences to the Govedarica family.

From: George and Zorka Charnota and Paul and Milly Vincelette

To Dane and her entire family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May his memory be eternal.

I REMEMBER THE GREAT GAMES AT THE CHICAGO STADIUM.THE ONE I MOST ENJOYED WAS BEATING KENTUCKY.BETO HAD A GREAT TWO HANDED SET SHOT.I CAN SEE THOSE GAMES STILL IN MY MIND AFTER SIXTY YEARS.THANKS BETO FOR THE FUN YOU GAVE US.

I am Tom's daughter (Nicks's granddaughter). I never met Bato but my dad always told me great stories about him. I will always admire him and look up to him as a role model. The family is in our prayers.

Bato was one of elementary, high school and the Christopher House

friends that I admired and respected. My sympathies to the family.

John

Dearest Dorothy and Family,



Sorry to hear about Bato's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Our sympathies to an amazing family. We pray for comfort as you deal with this great loss. Love, Patrick, Donna, Meg, Natalie and Seamus

BATO SHALL BE A HERO TO US.MY SYMPATHIES TO DOROTHY,TEDDY,BATA, AND DANE.YOU'LL HAVE NOTHING BUT

GOOD MEMORIES ABOUT BATO TO LIVE BY

LORNA AND STAN (ALBURQUEQUE)

Dear Alexis and Marissa,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your grandfather. I remember you talking about him in class. I'm thinking about you and praying for you.

Love Always, Mrs. Manders

Your Third Grade Teacher

My sincere sympathy to your entire family. I know what a difficult time this is for all of you. Please know my thoughts are with you. I'm sure you have many great memories of your husband, father &/or deda. Take Care.

Love, Diana

A fan,an admirer,and lately a friend.