George Hybert Obituary

Hybert, George F. died June 5, 2009 in Skokie, IL after a lengthy illness, born in Chicago, August 12, 1921, beloved son of the late Emily (nee Scheck) and George E. Hybert. Attended Miami University (Ohio) before serving as an officer in the United States Navy during World War II. Mr. Hybert saw action in the battles of Okinawa and Leyte Gulf and was present when General Douglas MacArthur returned to the Philippines. After the war, Mr. Hybert graduated from Duke University, was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity, then did graduate work at Northwestern University and was employed by the Hearst Corporation for many years. Mr. Hybert retired to the Presbyterian-owned King Home in Evanston, IL until he was hospitalized with respiratory disease in December, 2004. In order to survive his illness, he underwent a tracheotomy which prevented his ever returning to his home and friends at "the King," as no respiratory care is offered among their medical services. He spent 4 1/2 years in and out of nursing homes and hospitals. His final destination was Midwest Care Center (hospice) where he died peacefully in his sleep. Mr. Hybert is survived by two daughters, Pamela Lareau (Tom) and Nancy Phillips (Bill), a son, George F. Hybert, Jr. and two grandchildren, Krista and Bill Phillips. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30 at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie, IL 60077. If desired, in lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to MidWest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter: 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025. Info 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com