Roger Babilla, affectionately known as Ozzie, born March 17 ^th , 1942, passed from our presence on May 26 ^th , 2021. He was predeceased by his parents, Ruel and Hertha. He leaves behind his dearly loved sister, Vicki (William) Maher, brother Ray (Virginia) Babilla; nieces Shannon (Charles) Weisbecker, Kristi (William) Shaffer; nephew James (Teresa) Maher; and great nieces/nephews Ellie, Joseph, Katie, James, Anna, Will and Mary. He was larger than life and lived life to its fullest. He was a successful businessman who loved people and was loved in return. He was a true Chicago sports fan; but the Cubs were an all-consuming passion. He was well known for his philanthropy and fund-raising events supporting charities such as Misericordia and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Ozzie was inducted into the Chicago 16" Softball Hall of Fame on March 28, 2015. His family & legion of friends will deeply miss him, his loyalty, affection, generosity and lust for life. Visitation will be held Thursday, June 3, from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at G.L. Hills Funeral Home, 745 Graceland Avenue, Des Plaines. In celebration of Ozzie, wear your favorite Tropical attire. The funeral service will be Friday, June 4, at 10:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 855 Lee Street, Des Plaines. Burial will be held at Graceland Cemetery, Chicago. In lieu of flowers, honor Ozzie's spirit by Always Being Humble and Kind. For information please call the funeral home at (847) 699-9003 or glhillsfuneralhome@sbcglobal.com

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