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Jerry Bilbo Obituary

Bilbo, Jerry D. "Skip" Age 77. Beloved husband of Barbara Bilbo (nee Krys); loving father of Corey (Sue) Bilbo, Janene (fiance Brian McLoughlin) Coconate, Steven (Sharon) Bilbo, and the late Jeffrey Bilbo; beloved son of the late Don (Wilma) Bilbo (nee Paulding); dear brother of Dawna Rae (Doc) Hatchko, Patrick, Mike, Suzy, Sandy, the late Dick Buchanan, Dennis Bilbo, and Jim Bilbo; fond uncle of several nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, January 31, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL 60706. Interment is private. For more info www.cumberlandchapels.com or 708-456-8300.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 30, 2016.

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Larry Klobnak

March 16, 2017

Just found out Skip passed away.. condolences to the family and
Dawna Rae. Skip and I were boyhood friends in the neighborhood
In Chicago. Lost contact over the years. He was a good man.

March 1, 2016

Please accept my condolences. Jerry lit up the room, and therefore helped others, at the treatment center. I always wanted to see his "bowling ball sculptures". I am so sorry for your loss. M. M., the Shiatsu therapist

Skip and Jeneane at 2013 Kentucky Ave. Block Party

Therese Furger

February 8, 2016

7/27/2013 Serious Skip determined to beat Steve in Bean Bag game.

Therese Furger

February 8, 2016

Skip and Mary

Therese Furger

February 8, 2016

February 2, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family during this time of grief. Psalms 55 : 22.

A. H.

February 2, 2016

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

January 31, 2016

Sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort strengthen you doing this difficult time. Psalms 83 : 18.

Delores Boswell

January 31, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

David and Althea

January 30, 2016

Our sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May the God of all understanding help guard your hearts and thoughts during this difficult time. Exodus 6:3

January 30, 2016

Skip put a smile on our faces every time we saw him, thanks Skippy! He was always sooo caring, pleasant & a down right fun person. We're very glad he was part our lives. RIP

Our deepest sympathy to Barb, son/brother-in-law Steve and all the Family.

Love, Delores & Mary Barclay & Therese Furger

January 30, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be assured God cares for you and will comfort you at this time. Ps147:3

January 30, 2016

May the God of tender mercies and all comfort be with you and the family during this difficult time.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

January 30, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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