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Bruce Madiar Obituary

Madiar, Bruce John Loving husband of 41 years to Sheila Marie (nee McAuliffe). Beloved and devoted father of Tim (Kathy), Eric (Jennifer) and Ryan (Heidi). Doting grandfather of Brennan, Delaney, Jack, Audrey and Greta. Strong big brother to Robert. Caring uncle to many nieces and nephews. Past president of Ornamental Iron Workers Local 63 with 42 years of service. Trustee of the Local 63 Pension and Health & Welfare Funds. He will be fondly remembered as full of life, honest, hardworking, loving, loyal, pragmatic, a tireless provider for his family, and always looking out for the underdog and less fortunate. May he rest in peace. Funeral Saturday 10 AM from Salerno Rosedale Chapels 450 W Lake St Roselle, IL (3/4 mile west of Bloomingdale Rd). Mass 11 AM St. Walter Church (Roselle). Int. Assumption (Wheaton). Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. 630-889-1700 or www.salernofuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to: Iron Workers Local 63 Laid-Up Members Fund, 2525 W. Lexington, Broadview, IL 60155.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 29, 2011.

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greta

March 21, 2024

he was my grandpa

October 31, 2019

Thank you Pa for your love and compassion towards me, Audrey, and Greta.

Love,
Jack

Linda Quinn

October 7, 2011

The Quinn family sends their prayers and thoughts to you Sheila and family. Dad loved Bruce and I'm sure they are sharing all their crazy stories together.. he is not alone and either are you and your family.. Please don't hesitate to call one of us if you need anything.. Bruce has a special place in all of the "Quinn" clan's hearts...

Ronald Smiley

October 1, 2011

Bruce was a wonderfully kind and considerent man . He was always ready to engage in upbeat and thought provocking conversation. We were fellow workers at the jail. He will be missed.Peace and Blessing to all of his family is our prayer.

Jerry Clarke

October 1, 2011

Cousin Sheila,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

September 30, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. May god bless you.
Bruce was a very special person. Tom and Patti and Thomas e Race. (Marylou Coffmans sister).

September 30, 2011

Our family is deeply saddened by your loss. Please know you are in the thoughts and prayers of all of us who are unable to attend the services. May God give you comfort in your time of grief. The Voltz family.

Jerry & Alice Truty

September 30, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

John Sinnott

September 30, 2011

Thank you, Bruce for you guidance and dedication to this local. I can only hope that others will continue to serve this local in the example that you set. Rest in peace.

Brenda Madiar-Cochran

September 29, 2011

I send sincere sympathy to all of the Madiar family. I remember Bruce fondly as a child at our Grandmother's home in Virden, IL. To me he and the family were "exciting" because they were from "Chicago".

Jim Paskiewicz

September 29, 2011

Bruce was my grammar school buddy. We rode bikes all around the neighborhood, played baseball on the street corner, and made a clubhouse in an old pigeon coop above his garage. We had fun. Rest in Peace, old friend.

September 29, 2011

Bruce was one of the first people I met when I became an Ironworker. he will be missed by all who knew him. R.I.P, Brother Bruce.

John and Nancy McCabe

September 29, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss, our family will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Harry and Debbie McDonald

September 29, 2011

Sheila: We are both deeply saddened. Such a good friend, fun, caring, loving man, so many wonderful, chrished memories that keep us smiling when we talk about them. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts now and always. May God help you find comfort in your memories and peace in your hearts. God Bless.

LaVerne Micolichek

September 29, 2011

Sheila, My prayers are with you and your family. Bruce and you have been wonderful neighbors.

Rich and Deb Rowe

September 29, 2011

Bruce was a loved and deeply valued friend. His work with the Iron Workers was tireless in always putting their members first and doing what was right for the betterment of all... Bruce has left us with so many memories we cherish, hold close to our hearts, and will never lose. His compassion and integrity have made us better people for having known him.

Mike & Virginia Butz

September 29, 2011

Sheila and family,
Our sympathies and prayers are with you.
Bruce was a good, wise and decent man and will remain in our prayers.
Christ's Peace,

Gillian Downey

September 29, 2011

Sheila, remember how very many friends you have and how much we care.

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