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Richard Bornheim Obituary

Bornheim Sr., Richard W. beloved husband of Debra (nee Serafiniak), loving father of Tracey, Tammy, Ricky and Ryan, cherished son of Clarence and Dolores (nee Carrier), fond brother of Kathy and Cheri Bornheim, son-in-law of Clarence and Jean Serafiniak, brother-in-law of Lynn Royal, Cathy Elischer and Scott (Kathy) Serafiniak, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday, March 6th 9:30 a.m. from Suburban Family Funeral Home, 5940 W. 35th St., (corner of 35 & Austin), Cicero, to St. Pius X Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-652-1116. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Mar. 4 to Mar. 5, 2003.

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Ashley Elischer

March 19, 2003

My uncle Rick was a great guy. He was a loved father, son, brother husband and in-law and a coach to many. Hundreds of people came to the wake, and that shows he was friend to many. Although he is gone but his spirit lives on. I know there will always be a space in my heart for him.

I love you guys and you know I will alway be there for you( Aunt deb, Tracey, Tam, Ricky, and Rye)

*Ashley*

Tom Kedzuch

March 10, 2003

Dear Debbie and family,

I'm saddened and taken back at the

sudden news of my childhood friend.

Mine and my whole families prayers

go out to you and your family in this

time of need. And a special prayer

goes out to you, Rick.

Antoinette Severino DDS

March 9, 2003

Dear Debbie and family,

I am so sorry to hear about Rick. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow. Take care.

Ryan Bornheim

March 8, 2003

My Dad was a great man all arond. He always cared for everyone. Whoever he met or whoever he shared a conversation w/ he just did not develop a relationship w/ them he developed a love for them. My Dad was a responsible,caring and loving father. He did whatver it took to make his family and his kids suceed. He was a great guy and a great Dad. I am still so shocked that this happend to him and my family. No one deserves what we are going thru w/ this loss. I thank all of you for all our your nice comments about my Dad and we hold a special place in our hearts for each and everyone of you. God Bless

and love

Ryan Bornheim,son of

Richard Wayne Bornheim

Amy Trench

March 7, 2003

Mrs. Bornheim, Tracey, Tammy, Ricky & Ryan,

My heart hurts for each of you. I will continue to be here for whatever you need.

L Baran

March 6, 2003

For such a short life he impacted so many people. As your pain and sorrow continue, take solice that the legacy he left behind is not only exhibited through you, his children, and through his loving wife, who was there no matter what, but through the hundreds of children and families whose lives he touched. Though his physical presence may be no longer he is with each of you for eternity in spirit.



With deepest sorrow.

Pat Bachar

March 5, 2003

Dear Debbie and family, We were so sorry to hear about Rick. He was a great guy and he will be missed. We hope your many loving memories of him will be a comfort to your family. Take care, our prayers are with you. Les,Pat,Robyn and Mike Bachar

Katie Clanton

March 5, 2003

Dear Debbie and Family,

Our family is very saddened by your loss. Rick will be missed by many. We are all so shocked. Know that he has made a lasting impression in the kids that he was involved with. He will always hold a special place in Steven's heart as one of his "favorite" basketball coaches. A real role model!

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Clanton Family

lorraine esones

March 4, 2003

our condolences,of your great loss. our prayers are with you. lorraine esones,michelle tebich. from 31 south and 46 south.

Laura & Joe Koubek

March 4, 2003

Dearest Debbie and Family,

Our Hearts and Prayers are with you and Your Family at this Time of Sorrow.

Peace In Christ, Love, Lori, Joe, Joey and Kari

Robert Gonzalez

March 4, 2003

To the Bornhiem family I, offer my deepest regrets on your lost. I've met Rick, thru Little League over the years and he was someone I, came to respect because of the way he way he conducted himself on the field. He started doing ballgames for me a few years ago and became one my best and respected umpires, that's what the leagues we work for told me. I know he will be missed by the other guys that worked for me and the kids that liked the way he called thier games.

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