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Don J. Wiskes

March 8, 1939 — June 12, 2022

Don J. Wiskes, 83, passed away peacefully in his home on June 12.  Loving Husband of Sandra for 51 years.  Preceded in death by his parents Helen Zych and Joseph Wiskes, and also preceded by his sisters Rita Esposito and Diane Kurien.
 
Devoted father to Ryan and wife Cathy Wiskes and Eric and wife Heather Wiskes.  Dearest Uncle to Laurie and Tom Pawelek, Vikki and Mark Moeller, Deanna and Chris Sak.   Cherished Grandfather to Sadie, Bennett, Sophie, Skylar, and Dreydon,  Papa to Zach, Zoe, Blake, Cassidy, Ainsley, and Aleena.
 
Don graduated from Northern Colorado University.  A successful commercial real estate developer, owning office buildings, shopping centers, and radio stations across the country. 
 
He enjoyed golfing with friends, was an avid skier, and loved boating for 25 years.  He was a lifelong Chicago Sports Fan.   His loving family will always remember his generosity and how wonderful he was to them. He will be missed by many friends.
 
Visitation will be on June 21, 2022 at 10-11am, and mass at 11 am at St Anne's Catholic Church.  
 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests friends make a donation to American Heart and Cardiovascular Association in his name at the following PayPal charity link - https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8KFsyaf0k6.   Or please donate to the Hospice of your choice.
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Celebration of Life

Tuesday, June 21, 2022

10:00 - 11:00am (Central time)

Saint Anne Catholic Community

120 Ela St, Barrington, IL 60010

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Mass

Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Starts at 11:00am (Central time)

Saint Anne Catholic Community

120 Ela St, Barrington, IL 60010

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