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Chester Fijal Obituary
Fijal DDS, Chester P. 82, of Woodstock, formerly of Des Plaines, beloved husband of the late Angela (nee Humek), loving father of Janet M. Cappi, Phillip J. (Jan) Fijal DDS and Nancy A. (David) Ragusin, cherished grandfather of Jim (Jenni) Cappi, Phillip M. and Kristie Fijal, great-grandfather of Joey Cappi, dear brother of Virginia (late Paul) Goaz and the late Ann (late Dom) Abbott and the late Victor (late Rose) Fijal. Visitation Wednesday, 3 p.m. until the time of funeral services 8 p.m., at Oehler Funeral Home Arlington Heights Chapel, 2000 E. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Jeffrey Pride Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Research, P.O. Box 1191, Barrington, IL, 60011, appreciated. Funeral info: 847-253-5423To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Jo Robinson
February 20, 2006
Dear Phil and Jan:
We are so sorry that we couldn't make it to your Dad's funeral. We started going to him back when he was in downtown Des Plaines. One time, my sister, who was in college in the area lost a filling, and I didn't know what to do. Dr. Fijal was so kind--he put on a temporary and didn't even charge her. He said he remembered what it was like to be in college and not have any money!
I truly enjoyed hearing about his life when I wrote the story about his retirement and he left his practice in your good hands. He, and you, are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jo and John Robinson
Megan, Kaleigh and Jonna
Ellen Honey (Kosinski) Allison
February 18, 2006
How fortunate for you all to have been raised with such great love from two of the warmest people in the world. Your dad walked this earth with a quiet yet powerful presence - a true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Honey
(Now Butch, Angie, Big Chet and Simmy are again meeting for Tuesday night dinners and conversation before the hearth!)
Kristen Mallett
February 15, 2006
Dr. Fijal & Jan and the entire family. My sympathies for your loss. I will never forget Dr. Fijal insisting on not using novacaine when drilling my teeth but he made me tough! :) I loved watching movies in his dentist office and pulling out a prize from the frog before I left.
We are thinking of you,
Kristen (Duffy) and Danny Mallett
Mary Kompare
February 15, 2006
Dear Family -- My deepest condolences to all of you. I have nothing but fond, cherished memories of your dad and "Butch" sharing a great dinner your mom would prepare and good conversation. I'm sure they will all be enjoying that treat now with the Big Guy! Sending my love and prayers during this difficult time. May God keep you in the warmth of his arms!
Love, Mary
ANTHONY R. CRISSIE
February 15, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the whole family.
Lots of Love - Anthony
Richard Ramis
February 14, 2006
To the Fijal Family,
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
JIM & CANDY DOMBROWSKI
February 14, 2006
I WANT TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF CHESTER FIJAL. OUR KIDS ALWAYS CALLED HIM GRANDPA CHET WHEN HE CAME TO OUR HOUSE WITH MY MOM. WE WILL MISS HIM DEEPLY. HE BECAME A MEMBER OF OUR FAMILY THROUGH A GREAT FRIENDSHIP HE SHARED WITH MY MOM FOR MANY YEARS. CANDY AND I WILL MISS GOING TO DINNER WITH THEM TO THERE FAVORITE SPOT PORT EDWARDS. HE WAS A GREAT MAN WITH A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM. THE DOMBROWSKI FAMILY
Richard Peterson
February 14, 2006
Phil: My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. I'm sorry I am not able to be there in person but know my prayers are with you.
Rich Peterson
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