Stopka M.D., Joseph L. beloved husband of the late Diane, loving father of Sheryl (Eduardo) Saenz and Charmaine (Timothy) Lowe, dear grandfather of Jessica and Timothy, fond brother of John J. Stopka M.D. and Geraldine (Peter) Rinkus. Retired Ear, Nose and Throat physician and plastic surgeon practicing in Chicago for over 35 years and U.S. Air Force Veteran. Funeral Monday, 8:30 a.m. from Hursen Funeral Home, S.W. corner of Roosevelt and Mannheim Roads, Hillside/Westchester, to Ascension of Our Lord Church, Oakbrook Terrace, Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. Visitation Sunday, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Info. Toll-free: 1-800-562-0082 or www.hursen.com
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Jimmy Cosentino
September 15, 2009
Charmaine and Sheryl,
Totally shocked to see the passing of your Dad. Sorry for you loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
September 5, 2009
Dear Sheryl and Charmaine,
I just learned of your father's passing and I am so sorry. I think of you often. Please know that you are in my prayers.
~ Maribeth Andretich Diamond
September 3, 2009
Our sympathy to your family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We just found out of your loss.
Ed and Dolores Stolinski
P.S. You probably don't know us your I grew up with your father and he stood up in my wedding.
Ruthy
September 1, 2009
Dear Charmaine, Timothy and Timmy:
So sorry to hear about your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during a difficult time.
With Love,
your neighbors,
Ruth, John and Lyndsay
John - Maria Sotorp
August 31, 2009
Dear Sheryl & Eduardo
It is only the sadness of the ones left behind that are in need of our care and heartfelt support. The departed are lifted from this life and for those who suffered in the end this becomes an even greater rebirth. Your mother has now her love by her side. You are now doubly blessed with one more angel in the Sky.
It is in the times that you have spent with your Dad over the last years that showed great strenght and love for your father. It is this that will give you the strenght to move on without sadness but reflections of joy.
I am so glad we paid repects to your father the weekend before he departed. I am glad to have known him and you know I am there as your "brother" now and forever.
Love & Peace
John & Maria
August 30, 2009
I had the opportunity, as a Real Estate Broker, to help Dr. Stopka sell
his medical building on Archer. Ave. He was a gentlemen and highly respected Doctor. He will be remembered.
Kevin Reynolds
Palos Heights, Il.
David Greenberg
August 29, 2009
"Sheryl, Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your father. As I stated in my card, "Know only that life is eternal, love is immortal, & death is only a horizon; & a horizon is nothing save the limit of our own sight! David Greenberg
Lucia Saenz
August 29, 2009
Sheryl, Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers and with you.
Lucia(Saenz), James McDonough
Kim Manson
August 29, 2009
I was not only a patient of Dr. Joe's, but a family friend. In years of knowing him, he became a mentor to me and we shared the same interests about the prevention of disease. Dr. Joe was one of the first doctors I had ever known to incorporate the teaching of nutrition and wellness in his medical practice. He was a great influence in my life which has attributed to my ongoing work in the field of health and wellness. He will be missed.
Tom Malcolm
August 29, 2009
Sheryl and Charmaine. My thoughts are with both of you and your families. (Morgan Park Academy)
August 28, 2009
Sheryl & Charmaine,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
JoAnn/Mike/Kate Louer
Suzi Wahl
August 28, 2009
Charmaine and Sheryl: I am just so sorry for your loss. I know your dad was proud of you and your beauftul children. You are in my thoughts.
Suzi Wahl
The Theumann familiy
August 28, 2009
Dear Sheryl,
once again our most sincere condolences.
He is resting in peace in a better "world" than this one.
We pray for Joseph and for all of you.
Un fuerte abrazo,
Marie,Sandra,Sabrina and Diego.
August 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
We all learned so much from him.
Dr. Joe, you will be greatly missed.
Jane McLaughlin
Kim Kirincic
August 28, 2009
Charmaine & Cheryl,
So sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you both! XOXOXO
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