John Gargas Obituary

Gargas, John Martin 83, of Hegewisch, IL, was born into eternal life on Friday, July 13, 2007. On May 29, 1954 he married Lucille (nee Sevening) who preceded him in death on October 30, 1977. He is survived by his dear friend Dolores Schumann, his three loving children, Gerard Gargas of Hegewisch, IL, Johnny Gargas of Highland, IN and Lisa (Mark) Anderson of Highland, IN, loving grandfather of Adam, Niles and Gabrielle Anderson, brothers Ace (late Fran) and Joe (Marge), sisters Joan (late Norbert) Rosinski, Helen (late John) Kenda, Audrey (Ben) Simons, sister-in-law Theresa (Lou) Gergely and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Martin and Lottie, his sisters Loretta (late Ted) Pusty, Stacia (Fred) Ganz, Marie (late Chester) Gora and several in-laws. John proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Army during WWII, fought under General Patton, received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He was an honor guard, a member of the American Legion Post #330 of Calumet City, IL and a member of the Pilgrims. He was a devoted and loving father, grandfather and was cherished by his family and many friends. John was a hardworking and strong man, who loved dancing to the big bands. Funeral services will be held 9 a.m., Thursday, July 19, 2007, at Opyt Funeral Home, 13350 S. Baltimore Ave., Chicago, IL, to St. Florian Church, for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park, IL. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 8 p.m. 773-646-1133.