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William Bolger Obituary

William J. Bolger, 78, of Glen Ellyn passed away. Beloved husband of Jane (nee Grove); loving father of Bill (Sarah), Cathy, Pat (Tracy), Bridget (Frank) O'Connor, Ellie (David) Disser, Grove, (Kerry) and Meg (Jody) Brown; dear grandfather of 19; fond brother of the late Joe (Kathleen) Bolger; uncle of many nieces and nephews; Retired from Sears-Roebuck and member of Georgetown Hall of Fame and All-Century Basketball Team. Mr. Bolger was an avid golfer and loyal patron of Village Links. Visitation will be on Sunday, October 11, from 2 to 7 p.m. at Williams-Kampp Funeral Home, 430 E. Roosevelt Rd. (1 blk. east of Naperville Rd.), Wheaton. Funeral Mas Monday 10 a.m. at St. Daniel the Prophet Church, 101 W. Loop Dr., Wheaton (Please meet at church). Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Xavier High School or Giant Steps Illinois, Inc., appreciated. Service info: (630)668-0016 or www.williams-kampp.com

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Published by Central DuPage News/Leader/Post/Press from Oct. 9 to Oct. 15, 2009.

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Eric Weimer

May 21, 2024

I grew up with Bill and Jane Bolger who were my parents age. I even introduced Jane to my mother who became lifelong friends.

Jane was an amazing woman with whom I have only the highest respect.

October 25, 2009

Dear Jane,
I was surprised to see the obit in the paper when I got home this weekend. My prayers are with you at this time.
Peace,
Shirley Lisk

Shirley Ann Blickensderfer

October 14, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tracey Horner

October 13, 2009

Ellie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at the difficult time. Keep all your memories close to your heart and we wish you peace in the days ahead. Love and prayers from The Horner Family (Tracey, Michele, Laura and Brian)

October 13, 2009

Ellie,
So sorry to hear about your dad. Please know you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Huggs

October 13, 2009

Bolger Family

It was always fun when parents came to visit in Houston. Ellie thanks for sharing your family with the Neighborhood. May God's comfort be with your family during this time. Ellie we are all sending you love and support from Houston.
Thomas & Donna Schmidt and family

October 11, 2009

It was an honor to know Bill. Even in Texas Bill was bigger than life. Thanks to Ellie for sharing her wonderful father & family with us.

Renada, Robert, Jason & Jordan Patterson

Renada Patterson

October 11, 2009

Dear Bolger Family,
Our prayers are with all of you. It has been an honor to hear stories of your family from afar, and to enjoy your visits to Texas. What a great man and how blessed you are to have had him in your life.

Renada, Robert, Jordan & Jason Patterson

Marvin Kennebeck

October 11, 2009

Our prayers are with you, Jane, and we'll always remember Bolg as a great friend and so full of life...his laughter will be greatly missed.
Cousin Marny & Family

Christine Olson

October 11, 2009

When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Memories are the legacy of love.
You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Nels, Chris, Kirsten & Katie

October 11, 2009

Dear Jane,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I will remember Bill always, with such fondness, admiration, and love. I remember growing up around you both, and the memories I have always bring smiles to my face, and sometimes a little laugh.
Karen Malone Dougill

October 10, 2009

Jane,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. We will remember Bill's smile and his great sense of humor but know that he is now in a better place.
Steve and Cindy Brown

October 10, 2009

Jane and Family,
We loved Bill very much and will miss his wonderful gift of laughter - which he sprinkled everywhere he traveled. He certainly left this world a better place as well as a loving family who continues the tradition! Much love and may GOD bless all of you. Cathy and Frank Peters

October 10, 2009

Dear Jane,

I am sorry about the death of Bill. I always enjoyed talking with him in the Fitness Lab. He had many stories about his basketball career and it was fun to hear them. May God be with you and your family at this very sad time.

Don Klaas

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