John D. Mateja, age 78 of Bridgeview, IL. At rest October 20, 2020. Beloved husband for 57 years to Josephine NEE Salerno. Loving father of John, Tina, Jean and Joey Mateja. Dearest son of the late John and Daisy. Dearest brother of Danny (Sandy), Gail, Linda Fonte, Kenny (Sue), Billy, Laurie Mateja and the late Phyllis Meisner and Jimmy. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. John was an avid animal lover and car nut. Visitation Friday, October 23, 2020 from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Ridge Funeral Home (Edward A. Tylka Manager/Director), 6620 W. Archer Ave., Chicago, IL 60638. Chapel Service Saturday, 10:00 am at the funeral home. Entombment Queen of Heaven Mausoleum, Hillside, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials made to P.A.W.S. would be appreciated.
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