Edmund V. Folta, Jr., age 78, of Downers Grove.  Beloved husband of the late Virginia.  Loving father of Kevin (Natalia), Kimberly and Kristi.  Devoted grandfather of Katya Valentine.  Devoted uncle of Patricia, Cheryl, Kelly, Eric and John.  Edmund grew up in Chicago and attended St. Pricilla Elementary, Lane Tech class of 1963, and studied EE at University of Illinois Chicago.  He was the owner and CEO of Com/Rad Inc. in Des Plaines for 45 years and is fondly remembered by his employees as a mentor and “2^nd dad.”  Edmund was an avid Cubs fan and private pilot who enjoyed traveling, storytelling and dad jokes, loved animals especially his dogs, and will be remembered most for his limitless generosity.  He also served many years as a Downers Grove precinct committeeman.  Visitation 1-9 p.m. Friday Jan. 12^th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75^th St., Downers Grove.  Prayers 9:15 a.m. Saturday January 13th from the funeral home to St. Scholastica Church for Mass at 10 a.m.  Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to American Stroke Assn. appreciated.  Funeral info 630-964-6500