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Carmen Megaro Obituary

Megaro, Carmen J. "Bud" beloved husband of the late Midge, his true life partner, cherished father of Kim (Michael Annis), Irene (Gregory Bustamante), Marilyn Kuesis, and Victor (Renee) Megaro CFD, proud PaPa and Grandpa of Tom, John, and Jeff Annis and Hayley Kuesis, loving brother of Concetta (Glenn) Dimitt, Shirley (late "Sonny") Zabilka, Robert (Vanessa and the late Mary) Megaro, Carole (Roger) Martin, and Mary Lou (Chuck) Haney, dear uncle to many nieces and nephews, he was also "Uncle Bud" to many people who benefited from his wise advice, support, companionship and most of all his unique and ever-present sense of humor. Carmen bravely served in the Army's 224th infantry and as a paratrooper in the 187th Airborne Division during the Korean War. He received several medals, including the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He remained involved in Veteran's Affairs as an active member of VFW Posts # 5079 and 6870, and as a visible and vocal representative at state and local events honoring military veterans. Buddy was a member, past President and officer of the St. Joseph's Club, and was elected as a Community Rep. on the LSC for Robert Healy School. He was a founding member of the "Busy Bees" with whom he shared many good times, and faithfully met with his good friends at the McDonald's Coffee Club and for Jeopardy at the Post. Visitation Wednesday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m., and funeral Thursday, 10:00 a.m. from the Dalcamo Funeral Home, 470 West 26th Street to All Saints-St. Anthony Church, Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery, VA. 312-842-8681

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2009.

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March 11, 2009

Irene & Family,

I just found out,about the passing of uncle bud. he was a great person and a big part of my life, sorry i wasn't there for you at this time. Please send my condolences to your family.

Diane Levato & Family

The Megaro Family

January 30, 2009

The entire Megaro family would like to thank you for your support during this most difficult time. Sadness, tempered just a bit, by knowing how many people were touched by our Dad. Your kind words and humorous stories will be with us forever and ever.

Lori & James O'Sullivan

January 17, 2009

Dear Victor & family,
So very sorry to hear that your father has passed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Reggie Jones

January 16, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

angela martin

January 16, 2009

I will remember the times going to sox park, then coming to your house and you making me your pasta. Also, when you sent me the white sox hats and posters. Going to the christmas party was a blast. when you would play with your mouse and do fun stuff with us. I'll miss you very much. Love, sox fan

Eric Lyttle

January 16, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joanne Lehr

January 15, 2009

Dear Victor and family I'm very sorry about the loss of your dad he is in good hands my prayers go out to the family. Joanne Lehr (Bridgeport)

Lisa Rodriguez (Ambriz)

January 15, 2009

Dear Vic,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. I'm just so glad that I was able to see him (and the rest of your family) at the last picnic you had. He was a good man and he will be missed dearly. Take care of yourself and let's keep in touch.

Anne Dryndrozyk

January 15, 2009

Bud was a wonderful person, everyone should have someone like him in their lives, we were so lucky to have known him, you have our deepest sympathy. We Love the whole Megaro Family
Tony & The Pirate (Mark & Anne Dryndrozyk)

Kathy Weiss-Botica

January 14, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sincerely,
Marty & Kathy Botica & Family

Dorothy(Walgreens) Nowicki

January 14, 2009

Victor,Very sorry to here about your Dad, He was a very special man! As you and your family knows he will be missed by all who knew him! My deepest condolences to you all! Just try to remember the good times!!!

Pat Ludwig

January 14, 2009

Dear Kim and family,
So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was a great guy and always tried to help everyone. he will be greatly missed.
Sincere Sympathy,
Pat & Bill Ludwig

January 14, 2009

KIM, MIKE, TOM, JOHN & JEFF-
We were very sad to hear about your dad & grandpa. We know he was proud of you and loved you very much. Please extend our sympathies to VIC, IRENE and MARILYN.
With prayers & sympathy,
The Cecero Family

Jodi Bova

January 14, 2009

Dear Uncle Bud,
A great pillar has fallen, but like the forest the seeds you have left behind will continue to grow with your legacy. Your unconditional love, good nature, humor and wisdom will live forever. You will be missed immensely but never forgotten. And I know I have been truly blessed to have you as my Uncle. With all my heart and soul I love you,
Your Jodi Badody.

RATH GREEN

January 14, 2009

Victor & Family,
Like many others I am so sorry to hear about your father.Growing up in Bridgeport especially on Canal St. anyone who knew your Dad was blessed, He made me and many others feel great about ourselves,he was a great man and will be missed.My Prayers and Thoughts are with you and your Family. (LANAC BOYS).Sorry , but i might not be able to make the funeral due to the weather.

Tony, Liz and Anthony Iozzo

January 14, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to The Megaro family. Thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

phil calozzo

January 14, 2009

Victor sorry for your loss unable to attend but my thoughts are with you and your family

Beth Humbert Lettiere

January 14, 2009

To the Megaro Family,

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Bud. I saw Bud last year at the dedication of Lowe Playlot and he came up to me and said hello and asked if I remembered Kim. Of course I said yes I did. He was so kind and excited to talk about how great Kim was doing.

I will keep Bud and all of you in my prayers.

Dan Taucher

January 14, 2009

Irene and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow...I am sure you have some great memories of your father that will stay with you for life...take care...

Keith Toms

January 14, 2009

I was a little younger than the original Canal Street group, but I remember your dad well from teaching me tricks in Leo’s to showing movies on the side street. He was funny, kind and an all-around great man; I consider myself very lucky to have known him.
My deepest sympathies to the entire Megaro Family.

Dan & Diane Giglio

January 14, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Megaro family and anyone that new Buddy. He was a wonderful man. He will truly be missed.

Karen Esposito

January 14, 2009

Victor and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about yet not another loss for your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Leeann Hiler

January 14, 2009

To the Megaro Family:

I have so many fond memories of Uncle Bud at Nettie's house on Christmas. He was such a fun person to be around - and he always made everyone laugh. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed!

George & Josie Lucente

January 14, 2009

We were sorry to learn of the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may your memories of him bring you comfort. We know that Buddy will be missed by so many.

Carrie Worth (Comiso)

January 14, 2009

To the Megaro family,
So sorry to here about Bud, we have good memories of him, he was a good neighbor. Our prayers are with you.
The Comiso Family

Sheryl Hosty-Mills

January 14, 2009

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time

Charlie and LuAnn Volanti

January 14, 2009

Greg and Irene,
Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. May God Bless you all.

sam bova

January 14, 2009

dear victor,kim ,irene marilyn my deepest regreats it was my previledge to have known buddy he
will be a great addition in heaven, god bless you all,love sammy b

John Costas

January 14, 2009

Dear Victor and Family. I'm sorry I wasn't able to attend your father's services. It is with misty eyes and a heavey heart that I am writing this. Your father was a wonderful man and always treated me like a friend. He never judged me and always encouraged me to do the right things. He always made me feel special. It was always a joy to see him. You are all in my prayers. love John Costas

Rich and Judy Hoenisch

January 13, 2009

Irene and Greg -
So sorry to hear about Buddy - we will surely miss him and his smile. We didn't get a chance to go fishing with him as promised, but at least he and Midge are together again. Our condolences.

Debbie Detrick

January 13, 2009

Kim,Victor,Irene,Marilyn
They say you never know how much you will miss someone until they are gone. It is so true of Uncle Bud. I remember the first time I met him after Mike and I got married. I think we were at one of the family parties and he pointed someone out and said to me "do you know who that is"? And I said "no" and Uncle Bud said "never mind who it is It's none of your business". Just today I was looking at a bottle of Tabasco sauce that Mike has sitting on his computer desk shelf.Uncle Bud had taken it off a room service tray when we were in Vegas. He told me Mike wanted me to bring it home for him.So, I did. He always could make you laugh. The world will be a much lonelier place now that Uncle Bud is gone.

Pete LaManna

January 13, 2009

Vic
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your dad. I remember talking to him at the firehouse when he came to visit you. He was so proud of his son. I'd be going down 31st lights and siren and he would be standing in the street waving. I will remember him in my prayers Vic.
Your friend Pete LaManna

Sheila Fletcher

January 13, 2009

My deepest sympathy and respect to the family of this genuinely nicest person I've ever met, Carm Megaro. He will be sorely missed at Healy School. He always brought a ray of sunshine to my day, when he stopped by. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sandy Nesmith(McCurdy)

January 13, 2009

I will always remember my next door buddy.My heart goes out to all of you. I remember the get togethers in the back yard and my mom yelling out the back door seeing if anyone wanted some of the food she cooked. He was a big part of childhood growing up on Canal Street. Guess now Bud, Midge, John and Betty can sit together and talk about old times and look down at all of us.

Lyndie (Rudd) & Byron March, Dal & Tatum Lyewski

January 13, 2009

Kim, Irene, Marilyn & Victor,
Your Dad made growing up on Canal Street very special. He had a way of making us kids feel important. He will always have a special place in my heart, he was my "Bud". He will be dearly missed, but I know we will meet again for Jesus has prepared a table for us to share!!! God bless & Godspeed!!

Carole Martin

January 13, 2009

My brother, my friend! My heart aches. I'll miss you deeply. No words can express my grief. Rest in peace with Midge, Pa , Mom and all our family who left us way too soon. Kim, Irene and Victor the world has lost someone very special. My deepest sympathy to all of you. With love and prayers,
Bella Aunt Carole & Uncle Roger.

Tom Mc Carthy

January 13, 2009

Hello this is the Mc Carthy family saying our thoughts and prayers go out to the Megaro family we have many great memories of Buddy Megaro. From Thomas and Carol Mc Carthy of Tinley park

jJoey Bova

January 13, 2009

To the entire Megaro Family, may God look down upon you in this difficult time and bless each and everyone of you. To my Uncle Bud, i will miss the great talks we had about sports and general topics. There are two things i am certain of, the sun will rise tomorrow morning and i will never have a better uncle than my Uncle Bud. Good Bye I will miss you, your nephew Joey Bova.

Julie Rakowski

January 13, 2009

Kim, Irene, Victor & Marilyn,
I just heard from my mom of your dad and I wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear of it. He was a good person and will be missed by everyone I am sure.

Julie & Sarah Rakowski
(Nettie's daughter)

Jill Spata

January 13, 2009

Words cannot express how sorry I am about Uncle Bud's passing. He was such a great man. I have so many fond memories of him when I was a child, from the talking monkey to the hankerchief mouse that got us every time. As an adult, he had all the best advice, and was a great friend. He and aunt Midge are together again. The Megaro Family are in my prayers and thoughts.

Rick & Beth Smart

January 13, 2009

Death is but a moments sleep until Jesus returns to claim His own! Weep not & rejoice in the hope of meeting again someday in Gods Kingdom where every tear will be wiped away!

Ralph Brann

January 13, 2009

Victor-
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Your father was a counselor to many of us and a man with a sense of humor second to none. He will be missed.
~Ralph

January 13, 2009

I love Buddy. He invited me into his home. He included me for all his family Christmas parties. He was my Dad's best friend. He made us laugh. We will miss you.
Richard & Carol Frasco (Coe)

ANDY

January 13, 2009

KIM, IRENE, MARLIN, VIC
YOUR DAD MADE A BIG DIFFERENCE IN MY LIFE.
HE TAUGHT US TO RESPECT PEOPLE. ONLY A FEW
PEOPLE I LISTENED TO IN MY LIFE, YOUR DAD WAS ONE
OF THEM. #1. BECAUSE OF HIM I MET THE WIZARD,
LEARN HOW TO USE A VIDEO CAMERA, SHOOT POOL
AND ALWAYS HAVE FUN. HE WILL ALWAYS BE UNCEL BUD,
BUDDY, AND " CARMINE WITH THE NAILS."
YOUR BUDDY ANDY BROWN OK BOZO

Joan Arevalo

January 13, 2009

There are not the proper words to express the deep loss that will be felt by many people with the passing of Mr. Megaro. He always had a kind word and a big hug for all of us. Anyone who had the honor and privilege to have known him will surely miss him. He made growing up on Canal Street all the more enjoyable. All of Our Love to the Megaro Family.
Joanie (Rudd), Russell Arevalo & Family

Tony, Charmaine (Chowmein), and Kortne Lill

January 13, 2009

We are deeply saddened for your loss of Buddy. My wife new him growing up on Canal Street. He was there also during our time of sorrow after the loss of our son. He was a man that enjoyed being around people, and he always would be there for you if needed. He will be kept in our prayers.

The Proud Family of Sgt Eric A Lill
KIA, Iraq, July 6, 2007
Forever in our Hearts.
Remember the Fallen: WWW.ILFREEDOMRUN.ORG

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