Milton Karel, age 102, soon to be 103 on October 31, of California, formerly of Lombard and Berwyn. Beloved husband of the late Mildred, nee Zadak; loving father of Robert (Lynda) and the late Katie (Paul) Williams; proud grandfather of Thomas (Daphne) and Scott and great grandfather of Jennifer (Gabe) Michaloski, David, Katherine and Rebecca; dear brother of Rudolph Karel, Julie Stupka and Mamie Kozelka. Milt was a market manager for the Jewel Tea Company for 25 years and worked at the Karel and Sons Meat Market prior to his career at Jewel. In retirement, he exceled as a master wood carver and wood worker. Interment will be private at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Forest Park, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 6520 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.