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William Lisula Obituary

Lisula, William "Jack" age 57, beloved husband of Debra (nee Calabrese), devoted father of Johnny, Lisa (Rob) Haney, Mike Miroballi, Anthony (Lisa Bertucci) Miroballi and Brian (Sharon Havey), loving grandfather to Jack, Mia and Tyler, loving son of the late Andy Lisula and Metha Gallup, dear brother of Jerry (Petra) Weller, Gloria (Steve) Resco and the late Patty Gregory, proud uncle and godfather to many. A wonderful friend to countless. Jack proudly served as a U.S. Marine in the Vietnam War, Semper Fi. He was employed by the Chicago Public Schools for 28 years and recently retired from the Cook County Sheriffs Department. Jack was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his family playing poker and making them laugh. Jack will be remembered best for his kind heart, wonderful spirit and his hilarious one liners. He will be missed and remembered by all. Service time 11 a.m. Thursday, at the Zimmerman & Sandeman Funeral Home, 5200 W. 95th St. Interment private. Visitation Wednesday, from 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Rimland Services, 1265 Hartrey Ave., Evanston, IL 60202. Info: 708-424-0340.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 24 to Jul. 25, 2007.

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NANCY LISULA

November 16, 2007

AS THANKSGIVING APPROACHES,I WANT TO EXPRESS MY GATITUDE FOR HAVING JACK IN MY LIFE FOR 37 YEARS.HE TRULY WAS "THE BEST OF THE BEST"THE BEST FRIEND,BEST HUSBAND,BEST FATHER,BEST GRANDFATHER.
THE VOID LEFT BY YOU IS MORE OF A HUGE CRATER. AS YOU SPEND YOUR ETERNAL HOLIDAYS, REMEMBER, THAT THOSE OF US HERE WILL HAVE ALL OF OUR ETERNAL MEMORIES OF YOU AND YOUR
UNIQUE,LOVING,LAUGHTER FILLED HOLIDAYS WITH US.YOU COULD MAKE EVEN A CLOUDY MONDAY SEEM LIKE A HOLIDAY.I NOW TRULY UNDERSTAND THAT"
ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG." I MISS YOU
AND ALWAYS WILL. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU
LOVE,
NANCY

grandpas litlest hero...oh yea and fishing partner

November 12, 2007

grandpas new athlete

November 12, 2007

the graduate

November 12, 2007

me and my best friend

November 12, 2007

JACK(6 MOS.OLD)

GLORIA RESCO

November 12, 2007

HERE ARE SOME PICTURES OF JACK AND ME (HIS SISTER) AND HIS BROTHER JERRY OUR PARENTS HIS CHILDREN AND SOME CLOSE FRIENDS AND MOST OF ALL HIS GRANDCHILDREN
I HOPE EVERT ONE ENLOYS MY MEMORIES THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR THOUGHTS OF MY BROTHER AND GOD BLESS YOU.

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Maureen Morrissey

July 30, 2007

Jackson,
You were always like a brother to me
and you will be missed dearly.
Love ya lots
"RAINY"

GLORIA RESCO

July 26, 2007

AS CHILDREN ARE LIVES WERE FOREVER
AS ADULTS CUT WAY TO SHORT .
YOU WERE MY HERO YOU WERE MY BESTEST BROTHER I'LL LOVE YOU FOREVER.I KNOW YOU KNOW WHERE TO MEET ME WHEN MY TIME COMES JUST BRING DAD TO RAINBOW BRIDGE.
YOUR GLATCH

Jack Himber

July 25, 2007

My work partner,my fellow Viet Nam vet,my very good friend.The times we had,some good ,some bad but we always had fun.We worked together like a pair of gloves.All the long talks we had.Me calling you Billy Jack or JAR HEAD.I'm retired and living in Kentucky now but your in my heart,allways.
SEMPER FI MY FRIEND
Jack Himber

Mary Fill

July 25, 2007

I can not think of very many people that have given me as much pleasure and fun. Jack Lisula is at the very top of my list. No one will ever call me Barry Murke again and I would not have it any other way. My favorite joke of all times still make me laugh pretty hardy when I think of the timing and the day Jack told it to me. I will also feel that no other couple I know was better at raising a challenged child and two other very wonderful adult children. A strong and loving father to Johnny and the devotion in every aspect of his life that has given Johnny the dignity and quality that he has today. Jack was never at a loss for words and when it came to having fun on the 4th of July he was always there to show he was proud to be an American and a Marine and my kids thought Uncle Jack had the bestest fireworks. Tony could hardly wait to go to Nancy and Jacks house every year. I will miss and hold dear the 30 some years of memories with you and your family Jack. I love you all Johnny, Lisa and Brian. Along with Nancy we have shared so much,you have all been a very wonderful part of my life that could not have been without you Jack... Love Mar

nancy lisula

July 25, 2007

I was truly blessed and fortunate
to have had you in my life. You were the best father our three children ever could have hoped for.
You will be missed by all who you touched in this world.May you rest in peace and finally find your true
SERENITY. Nancy

Terry Ganzer

July 25, 2007

Farewell, Marine! Semper Fi!

Dominic McNulty

July 24, 2007

Not enough time, Thats all i can really use to describe how this situation makes me feel. Uncle jack and i always had a funny relatshionship. The little that we had. I never got to spend that much time with him which is a shame. He is a guy that i would have loved to got to know on a more personal level. My most fond memory of Uncle Jack was him always telling me and my brother Tom how he used to wrestle alligators and how he would beat them up. Hah i still to this day laugh wondering if he actually did. And as i got older and the few times i had seen him at family gatherings he would always tell me to stay out of trouble and to be good. Which i wisely did. Because cmon i would not want to get beat up by a guy that can wrestle alligators (Laughs). Todays been a very hard and confusing day because i seen my grandmother Gloria upset by all this and my Dad Danny and my Grandpa Steve and how upset it makes them. This is someone close to their hearts just like all of you reading this. Its sad that it took a event like this for me to come back around and be able to spend time with my family. But they need me. I really really wish that my uncle jack and i could have spent more time together but the one thing i can do now is be happy and thankful for all the memories and advice he has given me. My heart goes out to everyone who is affected by this and we all need to come together and be strong for eachother because alot of hearts are going to be aching for a while and we need to be there for one another. I love you uncle Jack and i miss you thank you for all the good times and laughs you have given me they are memories i will always hold.

Mia

July 24, 2007

He wan's just my Uncle he was someone who was always a joy to have around. No matter what would happen he would be there to make you laugh. He was and always be a great man and my Uncle.I love you Unlce Jack.

Misty Dawn Louise

July 24, 2007

You taught me how to "make time fly", a "butterfly" and caught me every time with a turn of the cheek...I will miss you more than words can say. I will love you always my "favortist" uncle, my Godfather.

Tom "Mots" and Jenny Matykiewicz

July 24, 2007

A wonderful friend and a good man will be missed on earth, but the angels will welcome a brave soul with a fantastic sense of humor.
"Mots" will always love you.

Bruno Modzelewski

July 24, 2007

Rest in peace, my friend.

Tony, Lisa & Mia Miroballi

July 24, 2007

Jack was the best to be around. Always making a joke, you never knew when he was serious, I can't tell you how many times he got me with "WHAT'S THIS" pointing like I have something on my shirt and then hitting my nose when I look down!!! Jack was always there for us, no matter what. I have always thought of Jack as my father-n-law for the past 10 years and I'm so happy that my mother-n-law and him got to make that official and I got GREAT step sisters & brother-n-laws!! We will never forget you Jack and we will always love you!!! As Mia says, "YOU ARE OUR ANGEL!"

Steven & Kerry Fill

July 24, 2007

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. We are so sorry for your loss and you will all be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!

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