Richard J. Novotny, age 80, of Brookfield, formerly of Berwyn, WWII Marine Veteran, beloved husband of the late Marie M. Novotny, nee Konemann; dear brother of Helen V. Novotny, Genevieve “Jenny” M. (John) O’Brien, the late John (Marie) Novotny, Virginia Novotny, Thomas (Carolyn) Novotny and Joseph Novotny; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Resting Friday, Oct. 13, 2000, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 14, 2000, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Hitzeman Funeral Home, Ltd., 9445 W. 31st St., Brookfield. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. to St. Louise de Marillac Church, LaGrange Park. Mass 11 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Member of American Legion Post #273, Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1671, St. Louise de Marillac Holy Name Society Men’s Club and St. Louise Ushers Organization. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Louise de Marillac Church appreciated. Information, 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com/
