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Matthew Botica Obituary

Botica, Matthew beloved husband of Terry (nee Lockwood), dear father of Ashley, Matthew Jr., Samantha, loving son of the late Anthony (Midge) and the late Shirley Botica, and son-in-law of Mary Ann and the late Dave Lockwood, fond brother of Donna (Joe) Battaglia, John, Michael (Terri), Jo Ann (Alfred) Seidel, Timothy (Karen), Martin (Kathy) and Patrick (Bridget), fond brother-in- law of Debbie (Dave) Johnston and David (Lisa) Lockwood, fond uncle of many. Funeral Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. from the Dalcamo Funeral Home, 470 W. 26th Street to Nativity of Our Lord Church. Mass 9:30 a.m., to Woodlawn Cemetery. Member of IBEW, Local #9. Please omit flowers. Visitation Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 312-842-8681.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2004.

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Samantha

November 9, 2023

GOD DO I MISS YOU!!! <3

Pam Piecuch

January 24, 2023

Terry, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I just found this entry today, after all this time. I was researching something different online and it cropped up. I remember working with you at the Pension Fund years and years ago. I never thought I'd be reading this so soon. My sincerest condolences to you and your children.

Gina and Greg Arredia

November 19, 2004

To The Botica Family, We grew up living across the street from Armour. We have known your family for a very long time. Your brother will be truly missed !!! He is in a better place . Our prayers are with you all. The Arredia and Ciaravino families

CHET GROCHOWSKI

November 19, 2004

friend of johnny bo/my prayers are wtih you and your family at this time. God bless Matt.

trudy white

November 18, 2004

To the Botica Family,

Are prayers are with you at this time of your lose.

McComick Place Security

Angel Hernandez

November 18, 2004

Terry, Ash, Matt, Sam, and to all his brothers and sisters and their families, I am sorry on the loss of Matt. He was a nice guy. At dialysis he always had a quirkey thing to say to make someone smile. I always looked for him , knowing that he was going to have a good day. I KNOW that he is in a better place now and that he is looking down on everyone pushing them more and more to be their best. He was very proud of his children and wife. He always said they had to be saints to put up with him. Well now he can stand with the saints and guide his family. God bless you all.

frank coe

November 18, 2004

DEAR BOTICA FAMILY,

YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

MATTIE WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS AND HEARTS ALWAYS. AS IS YOUR MOM AND DAD. REMEMBERING ALL THE. HAPPY TIMES WE SPENT TOGETHER.GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU. LOVE FRANKIE AND CLEM COE.

Beth Corcoran

November 18, 2004

To the Botica Family - My prayers are with you during your time of loss. Mattie was a great guy and will be missed by many. God bless you all.

Mark Lennon Benton House

November 17, 2004

On behalf of my family as well as the staff and members of Benton House we extend our condolences for your loss. We pray that you find strength in each other during these trying times.

Angela Garofalo

November 17, 2004

Botica Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this diffuclt time.



Take Care-

Angela

Richard Crisanti

November 17, 2004

John Botica and Family:

My sincere condolence at the loss of Mattie. We often think life is not fair during these difficult times. My thoughts are with you, take care.

Judy Lazzaro

November 17, 2004

To all the Botica Family,

I am so so sorry to hear about Matty, he really was a great guy, I remember Matty as such a caring guy. You guys have been through a lot Thank GOD you have each other. You are all in my prayers. GOD bless all of you.

James & Kimberly Dockery

November 17, 2004

Growing up and going to school with Matt was a blast. I wish I could have been there. We'll miss him.

The Family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Joe & Joanie Russo

November 17, 2004

To the Botica Family:

We are very sorry for your loss. Matty was a great guy and we know he is in a far better place now. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Tony LoBurgio

November 16, 2004

Dear Terry & Family,

We are deeply sorry for your loss, you and yours will always be in our prayers.

Tony, Wendy, Anthony & Erica LoBurgio

Janice and Christine Tokarz

November 16, 2004

To the Botica Family,Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family on the loss of your husband/father. We will keep you in our thoughts and in our prayers. Janice and Christine Tokarz and Family.

Timothy Grzenia

November 16, 2004

To the Botica Family: Matty was a great man to know and will be missed dearly. God Bless, Timothy "Bull" Grzenia.

MR. & MRS. CHRIS LAUGHLIN & FAMILY

November 16, 2004

OUR HEART FELT SYMPATHY TO THE BOTICA FAMILY. ITS NEVER EASY TO SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR LOVED ONE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. SINCERELY THE LAUGHLIN FAMILY

Jim and Peg Pinaglia

November 16, 2004

To the Botica Family:



We are so sorrow for the loss of a wonderful husband, father, son, and brother. May your sorrow be eased by great memories of Matt. God bless you all.

MIKE CAPUTO

November 16, 2004

TO THE BOTICA FAMILY, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF YOU IN THIS DARK HOUR. MATTIE WAS A GREAT GUY, HE WILL BE MISSED. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Sandi Potempa

November 16, 2004

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The staff of the Chicago Auto Show and the Chicago Automobile Trade Association

Sara Scarlata

November 16, 2004

To the Botica Family:



Extending my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to your family. May the memories held deep within your heart, help to soothe your spirit at this very difficult time. You're in my prayers.

Rocco Megaro

November 16, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Love, Rocco and Christine Megaro

Susan Guttillo (Parren)

November 16, 2004

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.

Abbene Family

November 16, 2004

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. The Abbene Family

Ken and Mary Weiss

November 16, 2004

To the Botica Family,



Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this very difficult time. He was a wonderful man and came from the best family. He will be remembered!



Respectfully,



Ken , Mary and Shelby Weiss

Kenny, Jenny, Erica and David too.

JERRY CONSIDINE

November 15, 2004

TO ALL OF THE BOTICA FAMILY WE SEND OUR DEEPEST REGRETS. A GOOD KID WHO GREW UP IN A GREAT FAMILY. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM

JERRY, LINDA, & MATT CONSIDINE

Jim Neeson

November 15, 2004

Sorry for your loss. Matt was a proud father and husband, and I know he will be long remembered.

jim & jo ann peterson

November 15, 2004

freinds of johnny bo/ our prayers are with you

JENNIFER CARVATTA

November 15, 2004

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY, I REMEMBER MATTIE WHEN I WAS A KID AND HOW HE WAS ALWAYS SMILING OR FIGHTING, THAT WAS HIM AND HE WOULD DEFEND YOU IN A MINUTE LIKE YOU ALWAYS FELT SAFE WHEN HE WAS AROUND, GOD BLESS AND AGAIN I AM VERY SORRY, MATTIE IS IN HEAVEN NOW SMILING DOWN ON EVERYONE...

Ginger Passarelli

November 15, 2004

Dearest Matty,

Rest in peace dear friend.

Love Always,

Your friend,

Ginger

Suzanne Johnston(Ramirez)

November 15, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with Terry and The whole Family (Boticas)..very sorry for your loss.



God Bless You!!

The Johnston Family

vera carvatta

November 15, 2004

DEAR BOTICA FAMILY,

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY MEMORY OF MATTIE IS WHEN HE WAS A SMALL BOY, AND HOW SWEET HE WAS,,I AM SURE HE WILL BE MISSED ..MATTIE YOUR SUFFERING IS OVER,,YOU ARE NOW IN A BETTER PLACE,GOD BLESS YOU!

GINGER!S MOM, VERA

Casper Taylor

November 15, 2004

Casper P. Taylor

9225 S. Harper Ave.

Chicago, IL 60619

Sorry for your loss, God bless you

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