James H. Herula, 45, of Des Plaines, passed away suddenly Jan. 28, 2007, member of Pipefitters Union Local #597, beloved and eternally missed husband of Cindy, nee Thedford; greatest father of Melissa and Tyler; beloved son of Margaret and the late Henry; dear brother of Margaret Fletcher and Lynn Thompson; fond uncle of Eric, Kimmy, Cory and Jill; son-in-law of Adele Thedford; and great relative to the entire Thedford clan. The biggest and brightest star that burned out too fast. His love for his family, his sense of humor, love of water and the Chicago Bears will be with us always. We’ll miss you. Visitation Wednesday 3 to 9 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 Talcott Road (at Cumberland), Park Ridge. In state Thursday, 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 6201 W. Peterson, Chicago. Interment private cremation. Service info, 847-823-5122 .
