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Sylvester Madura Obituary

Madura, Sylvester (Sid) Age 78, passed away Monday, December 8, 2014 in Phoenix, AZ. An avid Cub fan, he had a larger than life personality and an even greater sense of humor. Late of Crest Hill, IL formerly of Willow Springs and Chicago. An Army reservist and a former Docent at Brookfield Zoo. Sid is survived by his loving wife, Mary Madura; children, Steve, Ken, Bill (Cathy), Daniel (Kathy), Tom (Ilona) Madura and Judy (Tom) Kendra; siblings, Norbert (the late Millie) Madura, Sister Lucille Madura and Rita (Tom) Valenti; seven grandchildren, Melissa, Sarah, Danielle, Katie, Hayley, Kyle and Chelsea; and three great-grandchildren, Reanna, Martin Jr. and Iliana. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Stella Madura. A memorial visitation will take place Friday, December 12, 2014 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Anderson Memorial Chapel, 21131 W. Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, IL 60403. A memorial mass will be held Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary the Immaculate Church, 15629 Route 59, Plainfield, IL 60544. Cremation rites have been accorded. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in Sid's name. (www.AndersonMemorialHomes.com) (815)577-5250

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 11, 2014.

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David Hill

April 27, 2015

I was blessed to meet Sid in 2010 at the Cubs fantasy camp. What an amazing and wonderful man. I will never forget him. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss.

Frank Oboikovitz

December 17, 2014

Hello Dan and members of the Madura Family may the days ahead bring you peace remembering the love "Sid" gave and your memories together while here on earth. Sincerely, Frank Oboikovitz (Tellabs)

Billy Wilson

December 13, 2014

My sincerest condolences on your loss. Lost my Dad in June. Tell those you love how you feel today, because tomorrow is never guaranteed. Keep your chin up Tommy and Judy. Stay close for Christmas and celebrate his life. Warmest regards to your family.

Terry and Linda Polus

December 12, 2014

We are saddened to hear that your father passed away. Our thoughts are with you and your family as you remember his remarkable life.

Rick O'Dell

December 11, 2014

I will never forget Sid's thoughtfulness and generosity. He was one of the first people to greet me during my first visit to Randy Hundley's fantasy baseball camp, and my wife and I had been blessed with his friendship ever since. Our sympathies to Mary, the Madura children and grandchildren.

Elizabeth Matula

December 11, 2014

To Dan, Kathy and the entire Madura Family:

“What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." — Helen Keller

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. May your memories bring you peace and comfort; your dad will always be a part of you and forever in your hearts.

Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Mark, Beth, Bryan and Gracie

December 11, 2014

I have many fond memory's of Sid when we served on the St. Laurence Fathers Club board together. I will miss him. My condolence to Mary and family. Joe Cachey

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Dec

12

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Anderson Memorial Home & Heartland Cremation Services - Plainfield

21131 W. Renwick Rd., Plainfield, IL 60544

Dec

13

Memorial Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary the Immaculate Church

15629 Route 59, Plainfield, IL

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Anderson Memorial Home & Heartland Cremation Services - Plainfield

21131 W. Renwick Rd., Plainfield, IL 60544

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