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Talal Mustafa Obituary

Mustafa, Dr. Talal July 8, 1937 - January 30, 2012; 74 formerly of Glenview died Monday, January 30, 2012. Dr. Mustafa was born July 8, 1937 in Cochabamba, Bolivia. He had served as a dedicated and compassionate Emergency Room physician at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge for 33 years and retired in 2002. He was a published poet, artist and an avid reader. Much loved by his family, he is survived by his wife Blanca Mustafa of Oswego, IL.; his three daughters, Zulma (Jim) Bianca of Wauconda, Eliana (Jack) Mikolay of Oswego, Emily (Tony) Saba of Oswego; five grandchildren, Jimmy & Ethan Mikolay, Ben & Ryan Saba, Ava Bianca; his mother Enriqueta Mustafa of Cochabamba, Bolivia; a brother and two sisters also of Bolivia; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Mustafa. The family will greet visitors from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 4th at the Dunn Family Funeral Home with Crematory, 1801 S. Douglas Rd, Oswego, IL., 60543 with a memorial service at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor Scott Poling officiating. For more information phone 630-554-3888.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 1, 2012.

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February 9, 2012

I worked many years with Dr.Mustufa. He was professional, smart and compassionate. Talal was well read, had various talents which made him interesting and worldly. He talked fondly of his family and his growing grandchildren. My prayers are with you.
Jacque Quick

Anna Johansson

February 9, 2012

Dear family Mutafa. heard tat Dr. Mustafa has passed away. Worked as an ER nurse in the 70's at LGH.Dr. Mustafa was an exceptional good doctor.
Anna (fromerly Mrs. Hedqvist

February 7, 2012

Dear Zulm, Eli, Emily, and Ma, I am so sorry to hear about "Pa". My thoughts are with you all at this time. I have so many memories of us kids at your house and having to be quiet because "Pa" just worked a long shift and had to go back to the Hospital shortly after a quick nap. Rest in peace "Pa". Love, Lori Kavaliunas & family

February 5, 2012

Love you, Dad.

Wendy Major

February 3, 2012

Dear Zulma, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Big hugs to you.

Jan Quattrocchi

February 2, 2012

Dear Zulma,
You and your Family our in our thoughts and prays. Our deepest sympathies on your loss.

The Quattrocchi Family

Nancy Swift

February 2, 2012

To Zulma and the Mustafa family,

My condolences to you on your father's passing. Clearly, he was a beloved man and if he raised a person like Zulma, he is extra special! My sympathies to you and lots of hugs Zulma.

February 2, 2012

Dear Mrs Mustafa, Zulma, Eli, Emily and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know your entire family is in our thoughts. Hugs and kisses to all of you!
Love,
Rick and Teresa Ochandategui

Molly and Paul Martis

February 2, 2012

Dear Zulma, Eli, Emily and Blanca: We were blessed to know "Doc" as dear friend and neighbor these past few years. He held a special place of honor among us all and will be truly missed! It was a priveldge to call him friend. Our sympathies for your loss. God bless "Doc" and all of you, the wonderful family that he was so proud of.

Leslie Green

February 1, 2012

Dearest Blanca, Zulma, Eli and Emily-Talal was a brilliant and compassionate man who touched so many lives and will be missed greatly, and he loved you with all his heart! You are in my thoughts and prayers!

RICHARD SCIANNA

February 1, 2012

TO THE MUSTAFA FAMILY
I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
I WORK PUBLIC SAFETY AT LUTHERAN GENERAL HOSPITAL. SO I WORKED VERY CLOSELY WITH THE STAFF IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM. BACK WHEN I STARTED IN 1980, WE WERE FAMILY, FROM THE DOCS, NURSING, ADMITTING.
I MISSED OUR TIME TOGETHER. I MISS THAT, WE DIDNOT STAY CLOSE. HE WAS A GREAT DOC AS THEY ALL ARE. I WILL TREASURE THE TIMES WE HAD TOGETHER.
THANK YOU FOR SHARING HIM WITH THE HOSPITAL.

Sandy Horton

February 1, 2012

Emily, I am so sorry to hear this. Please let me know if you need anything. I knew something was going on, but didn't call. I should have. Prayers headed your way, Sandy, Dave, Gideon and Mark

Stacey Caplan Bromberg

February 1, 2012

Emily and family: I am so sorry to read of your loss. I remember your dad fondly from when we were kids. May you always treasure your special memories!

Stacey Caplan Bromberg

Karen Verdonck

February 1, 2012

Dear family, may you find peace and solace knowing he is at rest and pain free. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Dr. Mustafa in the LGH ER. He also did my employee physical when I started my first job at LGH in 1968. He has been missed since he retired. Peace and love to you "Big M" and rest easy! With love, Karen Verdonck.

Brigid DeBruycker

February 1, 2012

Emily-
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know this is a very difficult time and I will be praying for you and your family. Take care and god bless.

Bisher Mustafa

February 1, 2012

May Tio Talal soul rest in Peace ,I am going to miss him as a cousin,teacher and a great person.my sincere sympathies to Tia Blanca,Zulma,Ellie and Emily.

February 1, 2012

Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Mr.Michael Karwoski(mailman)

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