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Herman Acosta Obituary

Acosta, Herman R. 64, of Villa Park, beloved husband of Cecilia "Cezy" (nee Ruiz), loving father of Carlos Anthony, JoDonna (John) McCarthy and Jean Dora (Jeff) Taylor, dear grandfather of Sarah E., Eric, Jessica and John, fond brother of Miguel (Maria Z.), Lala (Vic) Niemeyer, Hilda (Bruno) Mata, Margie (Lupe) DeLeon, Rose (Eddie) Garcia and the late Peter (Barbara), Amador (Lupe), Gustavo and Lorena, uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday, 9 a.m. from Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park to St. Pius X Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. Memorials to Addison Community Switchboard appreciated. For info, 630-832-4161 or www.steuerlefh.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 19 to Aug. 20, 2001.

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Robert Rakosnik

August 13, 2018

Was just talking about your mom and dad today with my dad haven't seen you guys in a long time miss those days when we were all kids hanging out hope you're all doing well

May 23, 2011

Herman you always made me laugh and you always had a smile. You loved your family and life. Larry Dean

hank e.

October 12, 2001

hermans'smile and joking around when he delivered flowers is missed by all here at steuerles f.h. there is another angel in flower heaven!

From the Staff of Steuerle Funeral Home, Ltd.

September 20, 2001

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Vic Niemeyer III

September 3, 2001

Joy to you Herman. You lived life to the extreme and brought happiness and comfort to many people. I've found the many stories your sister Lala has told me about you growing up in Crystal City a source of wonder and inspiration. You will be missed by many people. May you rest in peace.

Dan Ernst

August 29, 2001

I offer my deepest sympathies to Cezy and all of Herman's family and friends. A truly special man will be missed. We know he is now in a place that is "more gooder".

Charles DuBose

August 28, 2001

Herman was a special friend, one that would give you the shirt off his back. Special! Special! Special!



He made so many people smile that special!

Charles

Helen Taylor (Jeff's mother)

August 27, 2001

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO CEZY AND THE FAMILY ON THE LOSS OF HERMAN. We will certainly miss him. I am especially sad that Jessica and John will not have the privilege of growing up having either of their grandfathers--we must tell them about them.

Suzie/Mark/Callum & Euan Johnstone

August 24, 2001

Jean



I was so sorry to hear about your dad. We send our condolences to your whole family. This is a very hard time for all of you - our thoughts and prayers are with you.



Love, Suzie

Cheryl Mika

August 24, 2001

Jeanie,

We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad will be greatly missed, he always had a hug and smile to share!



You and your family are in are thougts and prayers.

Gene Caso

August 24, 2001

To Herman's family & friends:



He was truly a special person, one who touched so many lives. I will always remember his smile, his laughter, and his friendship.

Larry Ludwig

August 24, 2001

Vaya con Dios querido Herman. The world of MSFW seems bleak and empty without you. Su DOL compadre, Laurencio

AL&MONA PEREZ

August 24, 2001

HERMAN WILL BE MISSED DEEPLY BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM. HE WAS TRULY ONE OF A KIND!A GREAT MAN WITH A HEART OF GOLD.HE ALWAYS MADE AL AND I FEEL LIKE WE WERE FAMILY.ALL OUR LOVE TO HERMAN'S FAMILY.

Christopher Niemeyer

August 23, 2001

Herman and his family were always hospitable to me as they were to so many others. Herman'll be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with my aunt Cecy, her children and their families. And also with the many, many, many people Herman touched in his life.

Betty Velasquez

August 23, 2001

Mrs. Acosta,



It is with a very heart that I write this note. Herman was a true inspiration to so many of us that knew him. He was the epitome of a true advocate for Migrant Seasonal Farmworkers. He will be missed!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Nadine Whitmore

August 23, 2001

Mrs. Acosta, Tony, JoDonna, Jean and families



We are so very sorry for your loss. You are always in my thoughts. One memory always keeps coming to mind and its him and that orange cone he used for cheering. Back in HS running past him at a track or CC meets and have him yelling "KICK KICK KICK" over and over again at you. Of course I do not think there was a meet or any other athletic event that he did not miss. He was everyones biggest fan but most of all I think his families. He always had a smile and a hug for you. He will be greatly missed by everyone. God Bless you all.

MAGGIE ROYCROFT

August 23, 2001

JEANIE,

YOUR FATHER WAS A GREAT PERSON WHO TOUCHED A LOT OF LIFES. WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! IF YOU EVER NEED A SHOULDER OR EAR, OUR DOOR IS ALWAYS OPEN FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. BE STRONG!! WE LOVE YOU!

Chuck Mata

August 22, 2001

Aunt Cezy, Anthony, JoDonna, and Jean Dora, all of you, are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Chuck, Helen, and Raydean

Mary and Steve Keogh

August 20, 2001

We are so sorry for your loss, Jean, and send our sympathies to you and your Mom and all your family. Your Dad was a special person. I know Tekla always told us about how sweet he was calling you every day when you and she were at U of I together. With our love, Mary and Steve

Elizabeth Mallam

August 20, 2001

You are all in my prayers during this difficult time.

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