Bozec, Stephen R. 92, nearly lifelong active resident of Willow Springs, WWII Army Veteran, with 4 Bronze Stars for bravery in The Pacific Theater, Beloved husband of Regina (nee Murphy), loving father of Stephen R. Jr. (Maria), Joseph J. (Darlene) and Mary (Herman) Willemsen, devoted grandfather of Craig (Hope), Allison (Jayson), Kristin and Michael, dear great-grandfather of Alexander, fond brother of Helen (late Matthew) Nolan, Frances (late Thomas) McCarthy, Eileen (Gerard) Heble, the late Mary (late Herbert) Zuelke, the late Rudolph and the late James (Betty), dear uncle of many. Visitation 3 to 9 p.m., Friday, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Prayers 10:15 a.m., Saturday, at the funeral home, to St. James at the Sag Bridge Church, Lemont, for Mass at 11 a.m. Interment St. James at the Sag Bridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Arthritis Foundation appreciated. Mr. Bozec was Co-Owner of Bozec Fuel and Materials Co. for nearly 50 years, He was a Volunteer Firefighter for The Village of Willow Springs for 25 years, and an active member of The Willow Springs American Legion. Funeral home phone: 708-352-6500 
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Mary (Dalman) Perret
September 5, 2007
Dear Ginny and Family,
My sincere sympathy on the passing of Steve. May your fond memories guide all of you during the coming days. My prayers are with you. Sincerely,
Mary Willemsen
September 3, 2007
My Dad was a good man. He was kind, warm-hearted and hard working. He loved God, his family and his country. My Dad was a very religious man. He always believed one should cry when a baby is born and rejoice when a person dies because he has gone to meet Our Lord Jesus Christ.
It gives me a very peaceful feeling to know the last solid food Dad had in his mouth was Holy Communion.
Dad enjoyed life. He loved to sing and loved to dance. At any given moment (or after a few beers and a couple of shots of Christian Brothers brand) which many of you had the opportunity to share with him at his bar, Dad would break out into song. He enjoyed singing and it was a pleasure to listen to his rich baritone voice. As for dancing,well Mom said she & Dad were always the first ones on the dance floor and the last ones to leave. In fact, Mom would ask other women to dance with Dad so she could have a rest! I'll always remember dancing the polka with my Dad everywhere we went.
Over the past several years, my Dad always ended his conversations to me with "God Bless." God Bless you Dad and may the Good Lord in heaven keep you safe from harm. Amen I love you, Dad.
Gina Scaletta-Nelson
August 30, 2007
I enjoyed seeing Mr. Bozec strolling around the neighborhood almost daily. Whenever I would say hello or toot my horn, he would give his signature salute. I will miss seeing him. My best regards to Mrs. Bozec and the family on the loss of this great American hero and wonderful man.
John Boyle
August 30, 2007
Another great American hero passes in review. Well done,soldier. Your grandchildren must be bursting with pride.
Wally & Cookie Cirkosz
August 30, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bozec family at this difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathy. We hope God will bring you comfort.
Betty Brewster
August 29, 2007
Dear Mrs. Bozec and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
Betty Kaye and family
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