Anthony J. Kostecki, age 79, August 17, after a short illness. Beloved husband of Florence, nee Krulczyk; loving father of Linda Kostecki (Steven) Jennings, Steven (Barbara) and John (Janice) Kostecki; loving grandfather of Jennifer, Robert and Michael Kostecki; beloved brother of Jeanette Kostecki-Cockriel. Visitation Thursday and Friday 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 9:45 a.m. from Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee Ave., to St. William Church. Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert. In lieu of flowers, Masses would be preferred. Decorated WWII Veteran of General Patton’s Third Army and former P.O.W. He was an avid golfer, reader, and gardener. Employed by Skil Power Tool Company for over 30 years as an engineer. As part of an innovative design team, he helped develop several popular Skil tools. 773-774-4100 .
