anks and a caveat from Tank Corner’s family

We would like to thank everyone for their prayers, love, words of encouragement, and all other shows of kindness that helped us through this trying time of sorrow and grief. May God truly bless each and every one of you.

The Go Fund Me page, however, was not set up by Tank’s family All who made a donation may go to the Go Fund Me site and request a refund.

Mary Corner Tank’s mother

an “agent.” Good luck with that. Siri. Alexi. Chat box (fall in love and mar ry that chatty Cathy of Chuckie!).

Dick Tracy had his version of a smart watch on his wrist stating in 1946. It helped him catch Chicago gangsters (paging Brandon Johnson). Today, we have Fitbits and Apple watches that reveal heart rates and blood oxyg en saturation, among other vitals. No need for expensive blood labs, huh? Ten thousand steps a day? Do it! Saves one from simply counting their steps per minute after noting what time that morning walk started and ended. Who wants to do math other than those math majors?

We are tracked by our phones or Fitbit. Data. Algorithms. Try not think about it. You’ll excuse me, I have to contact my AI intimate. I think this one is finally the real deal for me.

Joe Harrington Oak Park

Obituaries

George Yanos, 76 Helped invent the internet

George Peter Yanos left us on the morning of Friday, May 12, 2023. Born on Nov. 22, 1946 to a nurse carpenter in Yonkers New he developed a sense of through his relationship with his grandfather that guided the rest of his life. Married to Jan Hagan on Dec. 27, 1967, they move cago and then Oak Pa rk. Professionally he landed Computer Center at the Uni Chicago. Over the next se ported Jan in becoming a lo fessor of Social Work, move had their only child, Nora. He for the rest of his career, doing everything from managing the punch cards (of which he has several thousand in the basement) to the installation of a supercomputer. Being humble, he would not say this but he didn’t argue with others when they pointed out that he truly did help invent the internet. After parting ways with the Computer Center, and

Obituaries

Robert Batlivala, 83 Professor of economics, stor yteller

Robert B.D. Batlivala, 83, of River Forest, a philosophical thinker and world traveler, died on May 3, 2023. Born in 1940 of Zoroastrian-Persian ancestry, to Dinshaw and Gool “Rose” Batlivala in Bombay, India, he was a PhD graduate in business and economics from IIT and a post-doctoral fellow in economics at the University of Chicago. He retired as director of re gulatory economics and corporate strategic planning after he spearheaded the merger of Amoco and BP. He also took pride in participating as a strategic member of multiple boards. What he enjoyed most was the opportunity to lecture both in the classroom, as an adjunct professor of business and economics, and outside the classroom, sharing his never-ending thirst for knowledge. He loved to tell stories.

He was a profound figure in many peoples’ lives and will be deeply missed.

Robert was the husband of Carole Feustel for 59 years, the father of Amy (Brian) McNeilly and Dina (Scott) Tresselt, and the grandfather of Alexander and Cyrus McNeilly. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers please contribute to the educational fund or academic program of your choice.

after a short stint as a high school mathematics teacher, he began ing with his friend at the UrTransportation Center. While he delighted in helping his colleagues and derived great satisfaction by mentoring graduate students.

He and his wife lived for the rest of their almost-50-year mar riage in Park. He dedicated himself to ing through problems, always learning called it being curious), loved growing tomatoes and making sketti sauce for his family He was the person you would take great pride in making laugh, and he would only tease the people he truly cared for. He was the one you would go to when you needed something, though he didn’t reco gnize that in himself. George is survived by his daughter and best friend Nora (Scott); his grandchildren, Belle, Ryan and Julia; his dogs, Dashi and Kechi; and the family of his brothers John and Paul, his nieces and nephews.

Frank O’Hara, 84 St. Giles Community Mass member

Frank J. O’Hara, 84, of Oak rk, died on May 6, 2023. Born on June 23, 1938, he was a longtime parishioner of the St. Giles Community Mass, an active volunteer and scholar, a frequent visitor of the Morton Arboretum.

Frank was preceded in death his first wife, Maria, and he is survived by his second wife, Anita. He is lovingly remembered by the O’Hara, Gallagher, Berlanga and Martine z families.

Visitation will be held on Thursd ay, May 11 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home, 7319 Madison St., Forest Park. Family and friends will meet on Friday, May 12 at 9:45 a.m. at St. Giles Catholic Church 1045 N. Columbian Ave., Oak Park, with Mass celebrated at 10 p.m., followed by inter ment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to the Jesuit Volunteer Corps.

Cat Friendly

Brookfield neighborhood person needed for light housekeeping and probable future cat sitting

References a plus

Call 773-807-3402

SEASONAL FARMER’S MARKET ASSISTANT

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Seasonal Farmer’s Market Assistant in the Health Department. This position will provide administrative support to the Farmer’s Market Manager to allow growers and producers of food to sell directly to the public within established guidelines. This position requires work in inclement weather conditions; some heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds; walking or standing for sustained periods of time. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs.

Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application. Open until filled.

HIRING CLEANING TECHNICIANS FOR OPPORTUNITIES IN WESTCHESTER!

Awesome Cleaning & Janitorial Services is looking for experienced cleaning technicians that are energetic, hospitable, ready to work and AWESOME!

Pay starts at $20/hr

Must be available for weekends also.

Ready to work? Contact us by email at info@awesomecjs.com.

Local Delivery Driver

Full Time M-F

Must be able to lift 60 pounds.

If interested call 708-209-1636 or email peg@berniesaw.com

Bernie’s Saw & Supply 1222 Circle Avenue Forest Park, Il. 60130

Collective Impact Manager

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Collective Impact Manager in the Village Manager’s Office. Under the general direction of the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Officer, the Collective Impact Manager will be responsible for building and assessing racial equity impact needs and developing a strategic plan to support those needs. This includes driving the initiatives focused on the Racial Equity Action Plan through community assessments, community engagement, data functions, and overall internal and external functions. Applicants are encouraged to apply online at ht tps:/ /secure.entertimeonline. com/ta/6141780.careers?ApplyTo-

Job=537117711 or visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at http://www. oak-park.us/jobs. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application. Open until filled.

IT Specialist for Key Tower LLC (Chicago, IL). Review diagnostics & assess the functionality & efficiency of sts. Implement security measures. Monitor security certs & company compliance of reqs. Offer tech support to company staff & troubleshoot comp problems. Install & update company soft & hardware as needed. Anticipate and reprt the cost of replacing or updating comp items. Design and implement new systems & solutions. Bachelor degree, Polish language + 2yrs exp req. by email: MILOSZ.NOWICKI@KEYTOWERLLC.COM

Project Manager sought by Crystal Equation Corp. (Chicago, IL). B.S in Business Admin., Project Mgmt. or closely related field plus 3 years of project mgmt. and strategic planning exp. Alternatively, will accept M.S in Business Admin., Project Mgmt. or closely related field plus 1 year of project mgmt. and strategic planning exp. CSM Certification. Work assignments may be in various unanticipated work locations in the US. Telecommuting permitted. Please apply Job #37334 by sending resume to apply@crystalequation.com

Software Development Engineer sought by Chowbus, Inc. in Chicago, IL to research, dsgn, & dvlp scalable, distributed s/ware systems that support core business. Reqs: Master’s Deg in Chem Engg, Comp Sci, or rltd field & 1 yr exp in job offd or in QA Engineer role. Must have course work or work exp/Ruby, Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, React, Vue, Capybara, Engineering process control, Mathematical modeling & techniques, & System theory. Apply online at: https://www.chowbus.com/careers

Sr. IT Database Systems Analyst (Chicago, IL) Support data partners & d/base admin & integration efforts that utilize org’s ETL platforms & rltd source d/bases. Work in collaboration w/ other data analysts, dvlprs, & key business stakeholders, both internally & externally, to ensure data quality & introduce d/base innovations that support co.’s business operations in the insurance, claims, underwriting industries, etc. Perform data profiling & analysis on d/base systems & enterprise data warehouses. Use SQL or similar tools to query d/bases for testing & analysis using understating of data flows & relational architecture. Master’s in Data Analytics, Comp Sci, Comp & Industrial Engg, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Industrial Pharmacy & 4 yrs exp in job or 4 yrs as lead data processing & business analyst for claims processing w/in insurance industry. Mail resumes to: Starr Insurance Holdings, Inc. Attn: Maria Fernandez, 3353 Peachtree Rd, NE, Ste 1000, Atlanta, GA 30326

Cashier

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Cashier in the Finance Department. This position will perform all clerical tasks related to the cash receipt function. Collect, process, and deposit payments made to the Village received directly from customers, via mail, lockbox, or from other internal departments. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at https://www.oakpark.us/your-government/human-resources-department. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application. This position is open until filled, first review of applications will be on May 23, 2023.

The Oak Park Residence Corporation (OPRC) is looking to hire talented and experienced individuals for the following positions. OPRC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide competitive compensation and a generous benefits package.

JOB OPENINGS

SENIOR PROPERTY MANAGER, HOUSING PROGRAMS – Provides oversight in the management of three housing communities in Oak ParkMills Park Tower, The Oaks, and The Farrelly-Muriello Apartments.

ROSS PROGRAM SERVICE COORDINATOR (RPSC) – MILLS

PARK TOWER – Develops and coordinates service programs that promote self-sufficiency and independent living for Mills Park Tower residents.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ PROGRAM SUPPORT – MILLS

PARK TOWER - Provides administrative and clerical support to Mills Park Tower Property Manager and Assistant Property Manager.

HCV PROGRAMS CASE MANAGER(S) – Provides case management to Oak Park Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher participants.

PROPERTY MANAGER, MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL –Manages multiple market-rate buildings throughout Oak Park. In collaboration with leasing and maintenance teams, provides excellent customer services to residents.

For a complete job description for each of these positions and information about how to apply, please visit our website at https://oakparkrc.com/ about-us/work-for-oprc/ OR Send Cover letter and resume to bswaggerty@oakparkrc.com