Martin Gavac, age 93, of Orland Park, Illinois passed away on Friday, July 10, 2020. Martin, a lifelong resident of the Chicago area was born December 21, 1926. Martin proudly served in the United States Army during World War II and was honorably discharged on January 2, 1947. He was also able to participate in Honor Flight to Washington D.C. on May 7, 2014 and toured the World War II Memorial. Martin worked at RR Donnelly as a typesetter for over 35 years. He enjoyed traveling, cruises, dining out and spending time with family and friends. Some of Martin's hobbies included bowling and golfing.
Martin was preceded in death by his first wife, Irene nee Ostrowski Gavac. They were married 26 years and had 2 children Joanne and Martin, Jr. He married again to Judith nee Jaros Krasowski on August 30, 1985 and enjoyed 34 years of marriage together.
Martin is survived by his wife, Judith, daughter Joanne (Mark) Ulrich, son Martin (Dawn) Gavac, grandson Martin "Joey" Gavac III, stepson Rick (Kathy) Krasowski, grandchildren Rick Krasowski, Jr., Deanna (Donovan) Berardi, Thomas (Elaina) Krasowski, stepson Ken (Karen) Krasowski, stepdaughter Carol (Kelvin) Gross, grandchildren Kody and Shannon Gross. Martin was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Josephine Gavac and his brother William Gavac.
A memorial visitation will take place Thursday, July 23, 2020 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Orland Funeral Home, (Edward A. Tylka Manager/Director) 9900 West 143rd Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60462. Interment will be private with military honors on July 24, 2020 for the family only at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. In consideration of the safety of our guests and associates, Orland Funeral Home will adhere to the current gathering restrictions in the state of Illinois, which allow 50 or fewer guests at services at a time. Proper social distancing must be practiced and all guests will be required to wear face masks.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to Honor Flight Chicago 9701 W. Higgins Rd. Suite 310, Rosemont, IL 60018 or www.honorflightchicago.org. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.orlandfuneralhome.com for the Gavac family.
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