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Michael Bilder Obituary

Bilder, Michael C. 91, beloved husband of the late Mary Frances (nee Fairfield); devoted father of Michael (Carol) and Jeffrey (Donna) Bilder, Marianne (James) Grisolano, Joseph and James (Bernadette) Bilder; loving grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of 12; dear brother of Evelyn Pavell. WWII Bronze Star recipient, U.S. Army Infantry European Theater Veteran. Awarded French Legion of Honor Medal. Lifetime member of Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge and VFW Post #177. Member of Mars-Meyer American Legion Post #991. 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. Chapel prayer 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2011 from the Schmaedeke Funeral Home 10701 South Harlem Ave., Worth to Our Lady Of The Ridge Church, Chicago Ridge, Mass 10:00 a.m. Visitation Friday, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Carmelite Mission 8501 Bailey Road Darien, IL 60561 appreciated. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. 708-448-6000.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 13, 2011.

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T. Finnegan

April 25, 2012

I just finished reading Michael Bilder's book of his life as a soldier in Patton's army. He seemed to always do the right thing even during unbelievable stress and hellish conditions.
a remarkable story and i am grateful he lived long enough to share it with us.

ed fisher

March 24, 2012

Another good soldier lays down , a hero , a dad , husband and comrade too !

May 20, 2011

Our condolences to all the Bilder family. What a long and happy life he had. We were sorry we didn't hear sooner as we were in the Chgo area last weekend and would have made attending the services a priority. While reading his obituary, I was reminded of the bible verse about a good husband who will see his children and his children's children to the third and fourth generation. He was indeed a good man. Ron & Lee Rudolph

Stephanie ALLEN

May 15, 2011

Dearest Bilder Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad...I have fond memories of your father. My prayers are with you all.

Sincerely

May 15, 2011

I am sorry for your loss. God is aiding the weak and providing answers to those who are searching. He loves you personally and cares about you, so talk to him in prayer.

Michael Bilder

May 13, 2011

I will miss you Grandpa! All my love. -Michael

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