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Richard Obartuch Obituary
Obartuch, Richard E. Retired CPD, suddenly, beloved husband of Cheryle (nee Schnoebelen), loving father of Jacqueline, CPD (Steven, CPD) Sesso, Michael (Kristen) and the late Ricky, proud grandfather of Hannah, fond brother of Erwin (Linda) Obartuch and Michaeline Reed (Wesley DelPerte), fond uncle, cousin and friend of many. Veteran of Korean War and served in Army Reserve for 20 years. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral, Saturday 10:45 a.m. to St. Juliana Church. Mass at 11:30 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, 1407 W. Washington, Chicago 60607 would be appreciated. For info 847-685-1002 - www.cooneyfuneralhome.com 
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John and Kathy Martin
May 11, 2010
Dear Cheryle and The Obartuch Family:
We are very sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Bob Johnson
May 8, 2010
I was in Gang Crimes West, but was sent up to GCN for about 3 months one summer in the early 80s. I've never forgotten what a pleasure it was to know and work with Rich. I was really sad to hear about this this morning. A great guy. My condolences to the family.
Rosanne Bacaling
May 7, 2010
Dear Cheryle, Michael, & Jackie-
Words cannot express the sorrow we all share with you- we just heard the shocking news tonight and wish we could be there. Know that our hearts go out to you and our prayers for you share your memories and for Richard and Ricky in heaven together. We will always remember them.
All our love,
The "Hanik" family:
Rosanne, Mary Beth, Bernie & Ginny (and families)
Nick Stasinopoulos / CPD
May 7, 2010
My condolences to the Obartuch Family, I worked with Rich in Gang Crimes North and we had a lot of fun and did a whole lot of work, Rest in Peace Rich.
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May 7, 2010
I was very sorry to hear of your loss. Rich was a great friend and policeman. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Billy BERTHA CPD/GCS Retired
May 7, 2010
Was so sorry to hear of your loss. I consider it a great honor to have been his partner for those years we were together and his friend forever. Many great memories. Bless you all.
Jody LONGOS CPD/GCS
Carol English
May 7, 2010
We are so sorry. We will miss uncle Rich very musch. We could also have a good time when he was around. Love, Carol & Dan
wayne harej
May 7, 2010
God be with you Rich and your family.
Linda Fogarty
May 7, 2010
Jacqui,
I am so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Dave Sandlund. Ret.CPD
May 7, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dean Angelo
May 7, 2010
Condolences to the entire Obartuch Family. Richie was a good 'gang guy' and friend..."A/6 - I/F".
Janet Bojan
May 7, 2010
We will always remember the fun and laughter we had when we were with Uncle Rich. He would give us this stern look and then we would all crack up laughing. There were so many good times. Those memories will be with us forever. He will be missed. All our love to everyone. Janet and Jim
Ed Pyrcioch, Ret. CPD
May 7, 2010
My condolances to the Obartuch family. I worked with Rich in Gangs. He was a character and a great guy. He will be missed.
Max
May 7, 2010
Bye Rich...one of the last of the great ones
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