David F. Dolar
David F. Dolar was born in 1944 to the late, Frank E. Dolar, and the late Grace K. Dolar. David grew up in Riverside, Illinois and graduated from Riverside-Brookfield High School in 1962. David graduated from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida in 1968. The following year, in 1969, David began a teaching career spanning over 40 years at St. John of the Cross Parish School in Western Springs, Illinois. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 5pm, at St. John of the Cross Parish, 5005 S. Wolf Rd., Western Springs. In memory of David, donations may be made to the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary, P. O. Box 508, Wheaton, IL 60187-0508. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside. Info: (708) 352-6500
Godspeed Mr D.
Cathy C
St John of the Cross
Class of 1982
What a nice person. When I worked at Dominick’s in Western Springs he would always say “Hello” to me.
He was still there when my children went to St. John’s which was nice to have a few faces from my St. John’s experience still there.
Butterscotchs will always remind me of you! “Those are the best ones,” you’d whisper when I was, I’m sure, taking forever to decide which one to choose. Rest In Peace, Mr. Dolar. You were one of the best!
Maria (Durso) McMahon
Class ‘88
On behalf of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary -Loretto Sisters, we send our sympathies to the Dolar family. We give thanks to God for his life, commitment to helping us for many years at St. John of the Cross. May God comfort all who mourn him as he is resting in eternal peace.
My children, David & Lisa Yu, both were taught by Mr. Dolar. Both received accolades in higher education. He taught them well.
Laura Yu
What a gentleman and the best dressed teacher ever. God bless Mr. Dolar for your dedication, sense of humor and longevity.
My student and coaching career at SJC spanned well over 25 years. My son began attending school there in 2007. During the many years I was at SJC, Mr. Dolar not only was dressed impeccably as I remembered from my days as a student, he always said hello, asked how I was doing and had a smile on his face. A great educator and human being. RIP
Dave Dolar was an outstanding teaching partner. His insight, humor, and generous nature were a gift for his students and colleagues. He understood kids. He was a kind man who thought of others. What a great guy/ who will be missed by many.
Mr. Dolar was a wonderful teacher who really made his students want to learn. He made class fun and had a wonderful personality that really lit up a room. He will be greatly missed.
My children had the enriching experience of learning from Dave Dolar at SJC, and he was one of their favorites. He was friendly, kind and genuinely interested in the welfare and success of each of his students. May he Rest In the peace of the Lord and may fond memories bring comfort to those who grieve his passing.
RIP Mr. Dolar. Thanks for making 5th Grade at SJC the best. You had a unique gift of being able to mix fun, with education and decorum.
Jill Grozich Class of 1976
My mom taught with Dave for several years at SJC.. I met him as one of my moms best friends,, everything the above posts say is true. My mom passed 8 years ago and my wife and I were fortunate to randomly run into Dave a few years ago at Jameson’s which was one of his favorite places (according to him and the bartender who new him by name). He shared stories about my mom and dad which both have passed and it really helped me stay connected with them. My wife and I looked for him the last couple of visits to Jameson’s and we heard last night of his passing.. Dave Dolar RIP it was great to get to know you over the last few years and I trust you are in a better place.