Emil Sterkowicz

Emil Joseph Sterkowicz, age 95, U.S.M.C. WWII, passed away peacefully on November 20th. Emil was the beloved husband of the late Eileen G., nee Cataffo; loving father of Martha M. Bieber and Thomas M. (Mary) Sterkowicz; dearest son of the late Mary and Joseph Sterkowicz; cherished grandfather of Rebecca A. and Katie N. Bieber, Jessyca, Rachel and Christa Sterkowicz; dear brother of Richard Sterkowicz, and he was preceded in death by 6 other siblings; fond uncle of many. Emil was a devout member of Divine Savior Parish in Norridge where he had volunteered often and was a member of their men's club. Visitation Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, followed by a 10:30 a.m mass at Divine Savior Church and the interment at St. Adalbert Cemetery. Info www.cumberlandchapels.com or 708-456-8300.