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Charles Bollinger Obituary

Bollinger, Charles A. age 55, of Elk Grove Village for 10 years, formerly of Burr Ridge, born in Chicago, passed away September 5, 2009 at Alexian Bros Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Denise A. (nee DeBartolo) for 10 years, father of Jeanette M. (Richard) Carnaghi, DeAnna M. Andrews, Charles D. Bollinger, Robert D. Andrews and Susan E. Bollinger, cherished grandfather of Jordan and Kendall, beloved son of Joan M. (nee Szok) and the late Charles F. Bollinger, fond brother of Debra (Dennis) Currie, dear uncle of James, Jennifer and Raymond, fond son-in-law of Arlene and the late Frank DeBartolo, dear brother-in-law of Debbie DeBartolo. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Grove Memorial Chapel. Chapel prayers Thursday, 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home with Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Julian Eymard Church, 601 Biesterfield Rd., Elk Grove Village. Charles worked for 37 years with All State Insurance of Northbrook and was currently the Executive Vice President. He received his MBA Degree from UIC in 2003. He was also an avid motorcycle enthusiast. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to The Cholangio Carcinoma Foundation.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 8 to Sep. 9, 2009.

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Carol Wulczak

September 7, 2010

I was deeply saddened to hear of Chuck’s passing. He was a neighbor of mine from childhood when our families both lived in Chicago. He was older than me and hung out with my brother. I was sorry to see his family move. He was a gentle giant. I won’t forget Chuck. Peace, prayers and blessings.

Albert Lechner

September 6, 2010

Found out today of my best friends passing. We walked to school everyday and looked out for each other. Chuck and I met up 20 years ago while getting gas in Hindsdale and we caught up. He will be missed and was a wonderful person whom God has blessed.

Rose Stiles

September 17, 2009

To: Chuck's Family

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of deep sorrow. Our paths crossed at Allstate. I have memories of what a truly nice person Chuck was to everyone. He always had a smile on his face. May God bless you and be with you.

Sincerely,

Jim DeMarie

September 14, 2009

Denise and family,
Chuck hired me over 23 years ago at Allstate. He was my first manager and by far my favorite. Always soft spoken and a pleasure to talk with. He always grabbed my attention whenever we met. I will truly miss him. My prayers are with all of you.
Respectfully,

Bob Guisinger

September 10, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I knew Chuck through grammer school and part of high school. I was proud to know him and honored to call him a friend. I will never forget Chuck.

Chris Lovest

September 10, 2009

My deepest sympathies to Chuck's family...He was a gentlemen with a ton of class...He will be greatly missed. I know he had a huge impact at Allstate, but more importantly a large impact on his family, friends and community...Pls remember...he is always with us...in our hearts...sincerely...with prayers

Carol Moll Pescitani

September 10, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with Chuck's family during this time. We worked together and/or near each other over the years. Chuck was a kind man with a great sense of humor. He will be missed but memories of Chuck will live on.

September 10, 2009

Dear Denise and Family, I am so greatful to know you all and to have known Chuck. He will always be with me and hopefully guiding me.
Love you all,
Mary Piazza

Emily Peeper

September 9, 2009

Denise, DeAnna, Charlie, Rob, and Susan,
I am truly grateful to have known Chuck. I was sad to hear of your loss and am happy to know we all have a great gardian angel watching over us now. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Emily Peeper and Family

Lupe Wood

September 9, 2009

My deepest sympathies to the family. Chuck was my business client at Allstate in Sales. This was very sad news to hear.
He was a wonderful person to work with and truly loved Allstate. He will be greatly missed. God bless you all at this difficult time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jessica Delagarza

September 9, 2009

Mom, Deanna, Charlie, Rob, Susan~
Truly sorry for your loss, I wish I could be there to lend my support. It comforts me to know you are all together during this hard time. I smile at the fact that I got honor to know Chuck :)
Love you all.
~
Jessica

September 9, 2009

Susan and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

All our love,
Rick, Kim, Joe, Deanna, Bridgit and Kevin

Jim Warneck

September 9, 2009

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. I worked for Chuck for a while and could see what a quality person he was in every interaction he had will all the people around him. He was a man of quality and I will not forget him. My sincere condolences to the family for your loss.

May God Bless you all.

Jim Warneck.

Chris Rowe

September 9, 2009

My heart goes out to the family as my prayers are with you during this time. We worked together a couple of different periods including that I was his admin in the early 1990s and re-connected in the late 1990s in Sales. He made an impact on my career and several others. He will be surely missed by all.

Christine & Terry Tenerelli-Knaub

September 8, 2009

Denise and family,
We were so sad to learn of Chuck's passing. Our hearts go out to you all.

Chuck made a positive impact in many peoples lives both at Allstate and outside of Allstate. He will be missed by many.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Joe Van Duerm

September 8, 2009

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

LaVonne Hayes

September 8, 2009

My prayers are with your family. Chuck was very instrumental in my career with Allstate and we shared a lot of events . Many memories will result from our meeting. Condolences to the family.

Michelle Miller

September 8, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Marilyn Mesko-Kroenke

September 8, 2009

I haven't seen Chuck in several years but was saddened to learn of his illness and now his death. We worked together for many years and it seems like yesterday when he sat across from me at my desk.

My condolences go out to his entire family. I'm sure he will be missed by everyone.

September 8, 2009

Prayers are with the family

Lisa Vanderwoud

September 8, 2009

My heartfelt sympathies are with the family. I worked for Chuck at Allstate and always had a great deal of respect and admiration for him. He will be missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Paula Marks

September 8, 2009

Denise and family, my heart goes out to you all during this sad time. Chuck has created so many great memories that will be cherished by thousands.

Dan Daly

September 8, 2009

Dear Denise,

I am so sad to learn of Chuck's passing. Over the years Chuck was a good friend and always a great guy...he will be missed by all his many friends.

At this time my thoughts and prayers are with you and all who love Chuck.

May God bless Chuck, you and the entire family

With deep sympathy,

Dan Daly

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