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William Husko Obituary

Husko, William 81, of Lake County, died November 14 at home surrounded by his family. He was an 82nd Airborne Div Army Veteran. Beloved husband of 60 years to Virginia, loving father of William (Christine), Robert (Sadie), Linda (Tom) Berk, Don (Joy), David (Mary Jane), Paul (Kathy) and Lizabeth (John) Karson, proud grandfather of 23, great-grandfather of 19, dear brother of Steven Kendziorski. Retired Business Manager and Financial Secretary for I.B.W. 134. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 18 in the chapel of Maryville Academy, 1150 N. River Road, Des Plaines, IL. Entombment All Saitns Cemetery, Des Plaines. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 8 p.m. at McMurrough Funeral Chapel, 101 Park Place, Libertyville (Rt. 176, 1 block E. of Milwaukee Ave.). Memorials made to Standing Tall Charitable Foundation, Des Plaines, IL would be greatly appreciated. Funeral info 847-362-2626.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 16, 2009.

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November 21, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Huskos... Love from Colorado.
Jim, Brandy, Chris and Alec Coscarella

Don & Bobbie Berk

November 18, 2009

Dear Linda, Tom & Family,
Dear Virginia & Family,
Deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad/Husband. His wisdom and humor will be missed but his memory will last forever, and may it bring you comfort.

November 17, 2009

Dear Husko Family,
Upon hearing word of the passing of Bill my dad reinenced about how Bill and Ginnie rented our apartment on Sacremento. Dad also reminded me of how helpful Bill was with the wiring of that apartment. Our deepest condolences to the entire Husko Family and may eternal rest be granted unto him.
The James Napoleon Family
The Sam Napoleon Family
The Bruce Schoenfeld (Mary) Family

Jennessa Lystlund

November 17, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Hugs and kisses,

November 17, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Husko family.
Love you guys,
Michelle Starczynski & Rob Truelsen

Jason Sheehan

November 17, 2009

The Husko family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Jason and Kelly Sheehan

Nancy TUNBERG

November 17, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Husko passing on. My sympathy to Mrs. Husko and the rest of the family. I will always think of the twinkle in his eye as he is asking me if the CD rates are 10% yet. Love you all.

Allan Olbur

November 16, 2009

The Olbur family extends our heartfelt sympathy to Bill's lifetime better half Virginia and to all the children and grandchildren.
Bill was a friend, supporter and mentor and his grace will not soon be forgotten. The world will not be quite the same without his smile and humor.

Junko Graham

November 16, 2009

I am sorry to hear Father Husko departed; he was a big heart, funny and wonderful entertainer. We (David, Brian)are so blessed to know him in our life. My thoughts and prayers are with Mother Husko and all the Husko families. We always remembered Father Husko's wonderful memories.

Gail Gittings

November 16, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to your family.Husko as we called him with love,was a wonderful friend and thought of as a part of our family. Growing up with many fond memories of this thoughtful man, and a fellow brother of 134,working together with my father(Ray Wiedenhoeft)and my brother (Randy Wiedenhoeft). I am Ray,s daughter Gail, my prayers are with you, and your family.

David Berk

November 16, 2009

We were sorry to hear the passing of Bill. A man of great wisdom,
he will be missed. Our thoughts love and prayers are with your entire family. Current 134 member, David Berk

November 16, 2009

Our condolences to your family on the loss of your
Patriarch. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love
The Girczyc Blum Durhams
Joyce Pat Tibora Cornell Steve

Betty Barnette

November 16, 2009

Betty & Dick Barnette. We are sorry to learn of Joe's passing. It's hard to believe. We plan to drive up to the funeral home for the viewing on Tues. May God be with you at this difficult time.

Gary Niederkorn

November 16, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad, Bill was a great friend and boss I will miss him and think of him often. Our prayers are with your family. Gary Niederkorn ,Treasurer Local 134 I.B.E.W

November 16, 2009

John Liz and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May you smile when you remember all the wonderful memories you've had with your dad.

All our love,
The Battisti Family, Steve Julie Tony and Steve

Lee Zacharias

November 16, 2009

My sympathy goes out to the entire Husko
family. I have nothing but the utmost respect for bill. May he rest in peace.

Sincerly,
Lee & Joanne Zacharias

Roxanne Doherty

November 16, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Husko's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

John Galvin

November 16, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with entire Husko family during this difficult time, I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. To have known Bill at some time in life was I am sure a gift, which all will agree.
John Galvin, Retired 134

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