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Steve Batinich Obituary

Batinich, Steve "Stevo" Age 90, WWII Army Air Corp veteran, beloved husband of the late Mary V. nee Lopac; loving son of the late Nikola and Milica Batinich; loving father of Steve Jr. (Donna), Mark (Carole), and David; dearest grandfather of Denise (Dan) Telford, Stevan, Jackie (Travis), Thomas (Lois), Nick, Paige, and Alena; great-grandfather of Davina, Delanee, Noemi, Maxwell, Kaya, and Olivia; father-in-law of Wendy Friant; fond brother of Peter Batinich, Alex Batinich, Mitchell Batinich, Saya Dowling, Nicholas Batinich, Thomas Batinich, the late George Batinich, and Doreen Batinich; also many sisters and brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, and kumovi. Steve loved hockey and played semi professional hockey with the Chicago Hornets and Royals. He also coached Hubbard High School hockey team from 1972-1977. Avid bowler who was proud of his 299 game. He was a 45 year employee of Rheem Manufacturing and a 5 year employee of Chicago Steel Container. Member of Elks Lodge #1161 in Minnesota, Serbian National Federation Kara George Lodge, and St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church. Funeral service Friday 11:00 A.M. at Modell Funeral Home 5725 S. Pulaski Rd. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Pomen service Thursday 7:30 P.M. Visitation Thursday 3-9 P.M. For info (773)767-4730 or www.modellfh.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 21, 2012.

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Andy Smialek

March 15, 2024

Miss you Steve

Andy Smialek

March 15, 2021

Miss you Steve, great man

Jacque Lacina

April 19, 2012

Just found this. Grandpa will be missed.
Jacque Lacina

Batinich Mark

March 26, 2012

Thank you for all your kind words in regards to my Father. Mark Batinich

March 24, 2012

Mark, Dave and Steve,

Your father was a great man. He will be missed. God bless all of you.

Andy Smialek

March 24, 2012

Mark and family my deepest sympathy to all of you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Another angel has left us. God Bless you.

Gary Guarino

March 22, 2012

Dear Mark & Family, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Howie Webb

March 22, 2012

Coach Steve took a rag-tag bunch of guys who wanted to play hockey and through his time, passion and dedication made us into a team. R.I.P. Coach

John George

March 22, 2012

Mark and family, please accept my condolences and prayers for your dad and the entire family. Celebrate his life and his contributions and influences on each of your lives.

Karen Zehnder (Gniady)

March 22, 2012

Dear Dave and family, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad, I will keep all of you in my prayers. God Bless all of you.

Mitch Lopac

March 22, 2012

Dearest Uncle Steve,


So much to be said, no longer any time.

Many memories of so many years, as such a great uncle.

May god bless and love you in heaven.

Love,

Mitch (and Janet) Lopac
Johnny Lopac

March 21, 2012

Message from the Thompson Family. Were so sorry for the loss of Steve. He was a great man and was always fun to be around. Our prayers are with all of his family. God Bless, Pat

Tim Jana

March 21, 2012

Fond memories of coach Steve, except my sympathy. Hubbard Hockey player 73-76
Timothy Jana

March 21, 2012

Steve's brother, Peter Batinich, is my uncle.Gloria Batinich is my aunt. Over the years I had numerous occasions to be in Steve's company. He was always a very gracious and kind man. I shall always remember him. Al Scarnavack, Naples, Fl

Chaplain Richard Reuer

March 21, 2012

I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. "Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry" -Chaplain Richard Reuer, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701

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Funeral services provided by:

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5725 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629

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