John C. Karel's obituary , Passed away on January 24, 2025 in Westchester, Illinois

John C. Karel

June 29, 1944 - January 24, 2025 (80 years old)

Westchester, Illinois

John C. Karel's obituary , Passed away on January 24, 2025 in Westchester, Illinois
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John C. Karel

June 29, 1944 - January 24, 2025 (80 years old)

Westchester, Illinois

John C. Karel Obituary

The passing of John C. Karel of Westchester, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 24, 2025 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John C. Karel to show support.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact John had on those he encountered along his journey. Though John may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Holly Karel; his close friend Michele Mendel; his son Brian Karel (Nancy); his grandchildren, Leah and Avery Karel; and his brother Keith Karel (Jane).

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Woodlawn Funeral Home (7750 W Cermak Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 at 3:30 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Disabled American Veterans 2122 W. Taylor St. Suite 104, Chicago, IL 60612 or http://www.dav.org.



Sat

Feb 08

Visitation

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Woodlawn Funeral Home
7750 W Cermak Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130

Sat

Feb 08

Funeral service

3:30 PM

Woodlawn Funeral Home
7750 W Cermak Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130

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