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Francis Bridge Obituary
Bridge, Francis R. "Frank" age 82, preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years Mary Theresa Bridge (nee Devereaux), loving father of Mary Ann (Larry) LaJeone, Jane Paschall, Patricia (Miles) Szczurek, Ross (Barbara) Bridge and Julie Bridge, cherished grandfather of Tom, Joanne and Brian LaJeone, Veronica (Matt) Jones, Sean Paschall, Scott, Max and Carolyn Szczurek, Christine, Michael and Daniel Bridge, great-grandfather of Natalie, Evan and Kaitlyn Jones, fond brother of the late Marie Bridge, the late Jane (Joseph) Collins, the late Ross (Eleanor) Bridge, the late John "Chuck" (Martha) Bridge, Ann (Gerald) Surette and Ronald (the late Claire) Bridge, uncle to many nieces and nephews. U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran of WWII, member of the 598th Bombardment Squadron 397th Bombardment Group. Frank was a past President of the St. Vincent DePaul Society of the Joliet Diocese and was a tireless volunteer at St. Joseph's Church of Downers Grove as a member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society and food pantry. His faith was evidenced through his devotion to church, family and friends. Visitation Wednesday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, 9 a.m., from Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St. (1 blk. So. of Ogden Ave.), Downers Grove, to St. Joseph Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Assumption Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Vincent DePaul Society at St. Joseph's Church, 4801 Main St., Downers Grove, IL, 60515. 630-968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Sean Paschall
August 22, 2009
I want to thank everyone for there thoughts. He is always missed. He was a great role model for me and will be for my kids. Again thank you to each and eveyone of you for your kindness
Douglas Rumohr
January 18, 2006
my deepest reguards to your family
Margaret Rosenow
January 12, 2006
I was Frank's secretary for 25 wonderful years. I could not have asked for a better friend. He and Mary will always be special to all those fortunate enough to know them.
Laura & Roy Vincent
January 11, 2006
Julie, Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We pray that time will ease your sorrow and that your memories will be a source of comfort to you. Please rest assured knowing that we are here for you and hope our caring will lessen your sorrow.
Love, Laura & Roy
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Roy Shackleton
January 11, 2006
I would like to offer my heartfelt condolences to Frank's family. I worked for Frank for thirteen years at Western Kraft/ Willamette Industries. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He served as a mentor, inspiration, and friend. I have many memories of Frank- all of them good, and a lot of them make me smile. His faith was evident in all he did. He was a wonderful guy, and I'm a better man for having known him.
James Blazier
January 11, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family
of Frank Bridge. May he rest in
peace.
Jim Blazier
Madelyn Cain INGLESE
January 11, 2006
Dear Mary Ann, Jane, Patti and Ross,
It broke my heart to hear of your dad's passing but I can only think he just couldn't stay away from Mary a moment longer.
Your father was a fine example of the kind of man you rarely see these days. He was a gentle man.
The memories of Brookfield and the 4th of July are sweetly filled with your parents and you.
Love,
Madelyn and family
Frank & Mary at the Cape - 1996
January 11, 2006
deb and dewey richter
January 10, 2006
dear jane and veronica and sean and families and all of jane's sibs,
it is a time to remember wonderful times and love shared by your dad and you and may those memories bring a smile to your heart. jane, your dad is with God and your mom and he are fine. he will be missed but know that others are here for you and love you. with sincere sympathies, and much love, deb and duane
Bob & Betty Shefcik
January 10, 2006
Dear Ross, We were very sorry to hear of your Dad's death. He was a great Dad and will be greatly missed. One consulation is your Mom & Dad are together. Sorry we can not be there with you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mom & Dad
Dan and Christine Bridge
January 10, 2006
While saddenned by the news of Uncle Frank's passing I have to say that when I've thought about him the last few days it has brought a smile and fond memories of he and Mary and their visits over the years. I beleive he is being welcomed in heaven with open arms by his wife, mother, father, brother, sisters and friends.
I'm sorry we can't make it out to the services, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tom & Beth Filipek
January 10, 2006
Dear Ross and family, Our thoughts and prayes are with you on the sudden loss of your Dad. Wish we could be there with you. Sending you our deepest sympathy & love.
Tom, Beth, Megan & Katie
Tom Rumohr
January 10, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am sorry I could not be there in person.
Phil & Gerry Santoro
January 10, 2006
To the children of Frank Bridge,
My husband worked with Frank at Western Kraft/Willamette Industries
for 30 years. Frank was the kindest most unselfish person that we have ever known. He and your mother attended my retirement party in 2001, and I was deeply honored. God bless him, and may he rest in peace. Sincerely, Phil and Gerry Santoro
Arvine Paschall
January 10, 2006
Our prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow and know he will be missed.
Steve Collins
January 10, 2006
Uncle Frank was a wonderful person! It was a pleasure seeing him on Cape Cod for several summers during the past ten years. He was always at the beach even if everyone else was at the pool. I can still picture him on the beach. I will always be touched by his heartfelt thank you to my father for taking care of his sister Jane during her illness. A role he so lovingly exemplified with his care of Aunt Mary.
God Bless,
Steve & Christine Collins and family.
Karen & Jeff Lerra
January 10, 2006
Our thoughts are with our family. We deeply regret not being there in person. We loved Uncle Frank and will always remember his smile, his kindness, his love of his family, and of his love of the beach.
The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan
January 10, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Ronald Paschall
January 9, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone there. He made a great father-in-law.
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