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George Kotrba Obituary

Kotrba, George E., Sr. Age 92, WWII Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy M. nee Sarli; companion of Ruth Elzinga; dear Father of Linda S. Nicola and George E. Kotrba, Jr.; Grandfather of Jeffrey (Lucia) Nicola and Jolie (Matt) Fleming; Great Grandfather of Cole, Campbell, Neana, Casey and Alex; son of the late James E. and the late Anna nee Benes Kotrba; fond brother of Donald (Judy), the late Evelyn (late Hank) Sosnowski, late James (late Frances), late Richard (late Mary) and late Robert (Adrienne) Kotrba; also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. He was the Ultimate Patriot. He dedicated his life to benefit veterans at local and state levels. He served as Past Grand Chef of Illinois and Honorary First Division Commander of Cook County. In lieu of flowers, donations will benefit our blind veterans. Visitation Friday January 27, 2012, 2-9pm at Kosary Funeral Home 9837 S. Kedzie, Evergreen Park. Funeral Saturday January 28th, 9am from chapel to St. Barnabas Church for Mass of Christian Burial 10am. Interment St. Mary Cemetery (708) 499-3223

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 26, 2012.

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Ruta Galinaitis

January 28, 2012

My late husband Al relied on George many times for guidance in his own duties within the American Legion and the 40 & 8. George was a mentor and friend to Al. Through my husband, I got to know George and Ruthie. I was on the sidelines, but witnessed so much of George's energy and charity. My thoughts now are with the Kotrba family, and his everlasting companion, dear Ruthie Elzinga. May you all have strength.

Jim Mazenis

January 27, 2012

Best advocate for veteran's rights and benefits I ever met. Straighten Heaven out for us George.

January 27, 2012

Our condolences to the Kotrba Family and Ruth. George was a comrade, friend and mentor. He will be greatly missed.

-Grand Voiture Du Illinois 40 et 8-

Carmen/Rosa Passi

January 26, 2012

Linda & Family,please accept our deepest sympathy ...from your old friends on Princeton...

Dorie Nohr

January 26, 2012

Kotrba family & Ruth,
I am very sorry to here about George. He will be missed by many. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

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