Donald A. Hecht, age 78, suddenly, veteran Korean Conflict, USMC. Cherished and precious Husband of Marcia “Marcie” A., nee Zytnowski; dear Dad of Angel (Jim) Sieron, Ben (Laura), Christian (Michelle), Drew (Lisa), and of our heart Randy Neldner; fond Papa Don of Chloe, C.J., Luke, Joshua, Sarah, and Grace; loving brother of Bob, retired CFD (Marilyn), Louise (the late Charlie) Bowman and the late Frankie J.; son of the late Frank and Louise, nee Schmitt; adored son-in-law of the late Walter and Angeline, nee Kalata; brother-in-law of Wally (Diane), Larry (Diana), Mary Talbot, Monica Bougas, Mitch (Denise), Amanda Wolff, and the late Raymond; uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Don was tall, strong and dearly loved. He will be missed by many loyal friends, neighbors and his therapy dog Sylvie. Funeral Service Tuesday, October 10, 10:45 a.m., from Zimmerman & Sandeman Funeral Homes, 5200 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, to St. Bede the Venerable Church, Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery (Private). Visitation Monday, 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, masses or memorials to La Rabida Children’s Hospital, East 65th and Michigan, Chicago, IL 60607. Member of Chicago Fire Fighter Union Local #2 and former parishioner of St. Augustine Church. Arrangemts by Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, Inc. Info. 708-424-0340 or Express your thoughts and condolences at our online memorial book at www.parksidechapels.com.
