Jerome Bosch

Jerome "Jerry"  J. Bosch, age 81; beloved husband of Maria “Terry” nee Vergara; loving father of Mary (Tom) Costello, Cecilia (Paul) Ludvik, Teresa (Shane) Wachtel, Joseph, James (Lilibeth), Jerome (Ariadna) and John (Martha) Bosch; cherished grandfather of Zackary, Jacob, Madeline, Ryan, Angela, Juliana, Adam, Nathan, Timothy and Evelyn; fond brother in law of Rosa Vergara (Josep) Corominas; also survived by other relatives and many friends. Jerome, a polio survivor, spent his life serving others, his faith and his family. He was married for 53 years, and taught in Chicago Public Schools for over 30 years followed by St. Rita H.S. and Luther H.S. South. He was very active in the community he loved, serving as village trustee in Evergreen Park for 28 years, Legislative Liaison, ADA Commissioner, Historical Commissioner, and was involved in many organizations including Illinois Municipal League, EP Boys Club, MHR Holy Name, and St. Joseph's College Alumni Board, to name a few. His strong determination, hard work, and devotion to family and God set a standard for many. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St Jude Children’s Research or Shriners Hopitals appreciated. Visitation Tuesday April 17, 2018, 3 pm to 9 pm at Kosary Funeral Home 9837 S. Kedzie, Evergreen Park. Funeral Wednesday April 18th at  Most Holy Redeemer Church  for Mass of Christian Burial  10:30 am Interment Private at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery (708) 499-3223 or www.kosaryfuneralhome.com