James J. Kozak, 84 of Hickory Hills passed away peacefully Thursday November 9th at home with family at his side. Beloved husband of Dorothy nee Higgins for over 60 years. Devoted father of Linda (Christopher) Casey, Michael (Julie), the late Susan, Stephen, Patricia (Ronnie) Wheeler, and James (Kristen). Loving Grandfather and Pa-pa of 13. Great-grandpa of 3. Visitation Monday November 13th, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm at The Palos Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 South Southwest Highway (7700W) Palos Hills Il, 60465. Funeral 9:00 am Tuesday morning to St. Patricia Catholic Church for The 10:00 am Mass of Christian Burial. Orrico Kourelis Funeral Services Inc. Directing; Entombment Abraham Lincoln national Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations will be given to charities according to family wishes. For information please call 708-974-4410 or www.orricofuneral.com