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William Mahar Obituary
Mahar Sr., William Francis Colonel U.S. Army retired, October 13, 2006, age 87, late of The Park, Olympia Fields, formerly of Tinley Park and Homewood. Beloved husband of Dorothy (nee Saunders) and the late Alice Marie (nee Lauteri), dear father of State Senator William F. (Beth) Mahar Jr., of New Lenox and Tom (Christina) Mahar of Tinley Park, cherished grandfather of Thomas, Christopher, Mallory and Maggie Mahar and Mackenzie Koehler. Former Village of Homewood President and served 16 years in Illinois State Legislature as a State Representative and State Senator. Bronze Star Recipient, Battle of Bulge, World War II. Member of Holy Name Society of St. Joseph Church, Military Order of World Wars, Wally Burns Post #8077 V.F.W. Homewood Post 483 A.L., Catholic War Veterans Chicago Heights Post #160, Charter member of Chicago Heights Lions Club. A Melvin Jones Recipient from the Homewood-Flossmoor Lions Club, former Flossmoor Lodge L.O.O.M. Resting at the Tews Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, Wednesday, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, 8:45 a.m., to St. Joseph Church, 17951 Dixie Hwy., Homewood. Mass 9:30 a.m. Entombment Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood. 708-798-5300 
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David Anderson
May 10, 2024
My mom and dad and Bill and Alice were friends while they were in the service. I’m documenting my parents time during WW II. I came across a couple of pictures of Alice that I would love to share with her family. I don’t know how to make contact. David Anderson, Morris, Il. I can be reached at 815-274-8440
Sharon Novotny
October 29, 2006
Dear Mr. Mahar and Beth and Boys,
We were neighbors in Orland Park.
I saw notice and was unable to attend. I am very sorry for your loss. What a 'Great Legacy' to have. Your Dad sounds like he was quite a guy and so served others.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU...Didn't know your new address to send a card.
Sincerely,
Sharon Novotny
Orland Park
Carl Wahlen
October 19, 2006
To the family of "Bill" Mahar:
I served in the Army Reserve with
him and we both retired as a Colonel.
I only get the local Star paper so I didn't see the Death Notice until after the funeral today (10/19). Sorry to miss the funeral.
The last time I saw him was at Nielsen's Bakery with his son.
I want to express my sympathy
for this loss. Understand that there was a full military ceremony which I would have wanted to see.
Billy Mahar at Doyle farm Belleville WI. Rosemary and Ed in front. JP Doyle behind. About 1931.
Kerry & Marcia Doyle
October 18, 2006
We offer our sympathy during this difficult time. My first recollection of Billy Mahar is from Uncle Bill and Elaine Doyle’s wedding. He asked me what I wanted to do when I grew up. After my reciting of a long list, he gently advised "We do what we can do in life". That he cared to ask, listen and respond defines who Billy Mahar is to me. At a very young age he made me feel special and worthwhile, it was a good day.
Phil O'Donnell
October 18, 2006
Tom, Tina, Bill, Beth,
I just heard about your Dad. I have many fond memories of him, many laughs. I can still hear him calling me, "Mr. O---Donnell", never Phil. Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you all. Phil
Kitty Ann Doyle Wickert
October 17, 2006
My deepest sympathy.
Julian Rogus
October 17, 2006
Bill, you and your family have my deepest sympathy for your loss. I enjoyed working with you when I was Superintendent of Summit Hill School District 161.
From the Staff of Tews Funeral Home
October 17, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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