Thomas "Chuck" Eckel

Thomas “Chuck” Eckel, age 93. US Army veteran of World War II. Beloved husband of the late Rita. Devoted father of James and Diane (Casey) Orlowski. Loving grandfather of Marissa, Pamela and Daniel Orlowski. Dear brother of June (the late Robert) Reimbold and Edward(Laura) Eckel. Survived by loving relatives and friends. Visitation Friday 3-9PM at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday 1030AM from the funeral home to Our Lady of the Ridge Church for 1130AM Mass. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Donations to the Illinois Veterans Home-Manteno, Illinois would be appreciated. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974-4410