James J. Andretich, age 62, of Homewood, IL. Beloved husband for 41 years of Annette, nee Menconi; loving father of Paula (Christopher) Davis, Stephen (Tracy) and Larry (Lauren); loving grandfather of Zachary, Hannah, Morgan, Brooke, Sophie, Tommy, Reese and Emma; dear son of the late Steven and Leapoldina, nee Erzen; brother of the late Steven Andretich. Services Saturday 8:45 a.m. from Van Henkelum Funeral Home, 12534 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights, to St. Mary’s Church, Mokena, IL. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery, Mokena, IL. Excelled in life and athletics with a competitive and winning attitude. Dedicated to his family, friends and community interests. Loyal employee for over 30 years of A. J. Smith Federal Savings Bank. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name to Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, 528 S. 5th St., Suite 211, Springfield, IL 62701 or the Cancer Support Center, 2028 Elm Rd., Homewood, IL 60430. Visitation Friday 2 to 9 p.m. For information call 708-448-3530 .
