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Richard Weiler Obituary

Weiler, Richard G. Ret. Lt. CFD, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 15, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. He shared his life for 61 years with his devoted and loving wife, the late Eva; loving father of Scott (Karen) Weiler, Lynn (Thomas) North, Todd Weiler, Chad (Mary) Weiler, Genna (John) Reilly; and father-in-law of Janet Weiler; proud grandfather of Kevin, Bryan, Scott, Amy, Emily, Sarah, Carli, Alexa, Mitchel, Daniel, Richard, Michael and Emma; devoted son of the late Otto and Josephine Weiler; cherished brother of Cecilia (Paul) Walker, Robert (Charlotte) Weiler and the late Eugene Weiler; dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Richard is also retired from the Cook County Sherriffs Department and a retired Big Ten referee. Member of the American Legion Gold Star Post # 1102 and the Elks Lodge # 2254. A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, April 19, 2012 9:45 am until time of Memorial Mass 11:00 am at St. Linus Church located at 10300 S. Lawler Ave., Oak Lawn, 60453. Private interment at St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard's name to the Ende Menzer Walsh Widows & Orphans Fund c/o Fireman's Pension Fund 20 S. Clark, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60603, attn Dawn would be appreciated. For info. call The Original Lamb Family Funeral & Cremation Service, Rose Lamb Director 708-710-9549.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 18, 2012.

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Leo jacquez

August 7, 2024

My condolences to the family
I just read up on this
He was a great man

Alexander Rossi

June 10, 2012

To the Richie Weiler Family my deepest sympathy. I just found out about the passing. I'm going to miss our long telephone calls talking about our fire department stories. Your dad was a great fireman and friend. Rest in peace my good buddy. Alexander Rossi. Long wood florida

Ken Sembach

April 21, 2012

Hello Weiler Family,
Marguerite Hoyt and I send you our best thoughts and wishes for peace. Rich was a special guy, and I have many good memories of your father. He was always kind to me, as was your mother. For that, and for being such good neighbors to my mom for so many years, I am truly grateful to both of them and will remember them fondly always.

Claudia Hunter

April 20, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Weiler Family. My father (Ed Hunter) worked with Mr. Weiler on the CFD in "the good old days", and I remember my Dad telling us stories about "Richie's" work as a referee.

In later years, my Mom and I would see your Mom and Dad at Veli's Kofy Kup in Oak Lawn.

Your parents are now reunited in heaven, as are mine, and I'll bet our Dads are having a great time telling firehouse stories.

Maggie Hawrysz

April 19, 2012

Thoughts & Prayers for the Weiler Family

April 19, 2012

Dear Genna, On behalf of myself and my family please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. We really enjoyed the many functions in which we participated with you & your father. He touched many lives and will be missed by all.
God Bless you and yours,
Chuck Ranzino & Family

WILLA GENNARO

April 19, 2012

DEAR WEILER FAMILY,
HAD THE PLEASURE TO WORK WITH YOUR DAD IN COUNTY. ALWAYS A SMILE AND FRIENDLY "HI"..JUST A NICE MAN..
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.

WILLA GENNARO (SWAP)

Toula Hilaris

April 19, 2012

Deepest sympathy for your dad. May his journey be blessed and his memory be eternal!
John and Toula Hilaris

April 18, 2012

Deepest sympathy from a fellow fireman and referee. Jerry Benigni

April 18, 2012

Weiler Family
Your dad was a terrific mentor to a lot of officials across the country. He was a lot more than that to me. He was a friend who took a great interest in not only me but also the well being of my family. He was especially supportive during my time of need after the death of Joanne. He was there with a phone call or a pat on the back showing not only his concern but also lending a shoulder to lean on. I will truly miss our conversations about not only basketball, but sharing his pride about his family's accomplishemts. You have my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He will live on through you, his family.
Sincerely,
Mike Sanzere

Bob Lanigan

April 18, 2012

Chad,
I'm very sorry for your loss. I wish you only cherised memories of your father. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,

Kevin McSweeney

April 18, 2012

Chad & Genna - sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. He was a very well respected man, not only on the court but in all aspects of his life. He will be missed by all.

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