Thomas Cheshareck

Age 66 of Channahon, IL. At rest on Sunday, February 10, 2008 at The University of Chicago Medical Center, after courageously battling a long illness. Born August 2, 1941 in Morris, IL the son of the late Mary (Karpowicz) and Anothony Cheshareck, Sr.

Survived by his wife of 41 years, Frances (Vigna); children, Marie (Peter) Bohler of Channahon, IL, Manette Cheshareck of Gainesville, FL, and Mindy (Andrew) Bazzarone of Custer Park, IL; proud grandfather to Arin Bazzarone and Blake and Sabrina Bohler; brother to Joseph (Karen), Michael, and Robert (fiancA�?A�AC.e Aloma Blood); sister-in-law, Betty; and brother-in-law, Vern Smith. Many in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

Preceded in death by parents; siblings, Anthony Jr., John (Terry), and Delores Smith; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth.

Thomas served in the United States Air Force from 1959-1964 and was stationed in Karamursel, Turkey for part of his service as a Radio Intercept Analyzer. While in active duty he received the ""Snoopy"" award for spotting an enemy MiG aircraft, and earned a Good Conduct Medal for his service from July of '59 - July of '62. He kept in touch with fellow service members that were stationed in Turkey, and belonged to the KAS 60-61 club.

Thomas retired from the Joliet Arsenal in Elwood as a Boiler Operator after 25 years. Also, he was a member of the Braidwood Recreation Club and enjoyed golfing and fishing. He bowled at the Stone City Post on a league for many years. Thomas was fond of a little spot in Elwood and the late owner Betty Hibner.

Donations to American Cancer Society would be appreciated.

From where services will be held on Friday, February 15, 2008 at 10:30 AM to Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood for full Military Honors at 11:00 AM. A Chapel Service will be held at the funeral home at 10:00 AM. there will be no funeral home visitation.