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Leonard Bigott Obituary

Bigott, Leonard J. Age 88, beloved husband of the late Genevieve "Jean" (nee Jassak); loving father of Thomas (Kelly), Gary (Suzie), Donald and David (Robert); devoted grandfather of Kelly (Robert) Chevalier, Candace (Sean) Ryan, Constance (Norm) Bowlin, Chelsea (Randy) Crowe, Leo and Emily; and great-grandfather of Kyla, Kendyl, Carsyn, Clayton and Dyllan; dear brother of Richard (Irene) Bigott and Lorraine (the late Elliott) Jassak; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. World War II Pacific Theater Navy veteran, who was present at the raising of the American flag at Iwo Jima. Retired 42 year employee of the Milwaukee Road railroad. Longtime volunteer at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. Funeral Tuesday 11:30 a.m. from The Oaks Funeral Home, 1201 E. Irving Park Road (at Prospect), Itasca to Saint Peter the Apostle Church. Mass 12:00 p.m. Interment Saint Adalbert Cemetery. Visitation Monday 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Donations to the Saint Peter the Apostle Church Building Fund would be appreciated. For funeral info: 630-250-8588 or www.theoaksfh.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 30, 2014.

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Illini Grandpa!!

December 11, 2014

Happy "88" Dad!!

December 11, 2014

Brian & Joyce Usher

December 4, 2014

Tom, Gary, Don and Dave,
We are so sorry to hear of your fathers death. We of the Rush/Cherry Block have many fond memories of your dad and mom, and all the great times as we grew up together. Please know that you and your families are in our thoughts and our prayers in this time of loss and reflection. Reaching out across the miles and years!

December 3, 2014

Tom, I remember your dad being at almost each and every mass before the school day that we attended while we were at St Pete's. May the comfort of God's arms be around your family during your time of sorrow. Christine Crosby Bennett

December 2, 2014

Heaven Welcomed it newest Angel - I am sure he Danced with mom (Genevieve) before pulling up a chair to a the card table.

May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Them R.I.P.
Dave Bigott (#4) & Robert Spinner

Walter Nowak

December 1, 2014

Condolences on Leonard's passing.Knew him through St Peter's various doings.Always interesting to talk to.
Former Itasca resident,
Walter Nowak

Chelsea Crowe

November 30, 2014

You are dearly missed gramps. I will forever hold such found memories of you in my heart. I hope your reunion with grandma was truly magical. Love you.

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Funeral

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1201 East Irving Park Road, Itasca, IL 60143

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