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Section 2 Chicago Tribune, Sunday, April 23, 1989 Obituaries Paris cemetery for the funeral of Dominitchi De- died Tuesday at a hospital in the Mulhouse region meter, considered a king among Gypsies. The in eastern France AP Laserphoto Remembering a king among Gypsies Some 150 Gypsies gather Friday at a suburban Gypsy leader, 57, also known as Baron Demeter, George Whitmore; wrote about AIDS New York Times News Service NEW -George Whitmore, an author and playwright who wrote graphically about the impact of AIDS on society, died of the disease Wednesday at New York University Medical Center. He was 43. In his plays and novels, Whitmore created gay literature set against the broader background of traditional American taboos and denial. In his nonfiction, Mr.

Whitmore wrote about people around him who were affected by acquired immune deficiency syndrome. Finally, he wrote about himself. Whitmore wrote three plays: "The Caseworker," produced by Playwrights Horizons in 1976; "Flight-The Legacy," produced at the 18th Street Theater in 1979; and "The Rights," produced by the Glines in 1980. In 1980, Whitmore's first novel, "The Confessions of Danny Slocum," was published by St. Martin's Press.

"Nebraska," his second novel, was published in 1987 by Grove Press. "Reaching Out to Someone With AIDS," an article he wrote for the New York Times Maga- zine, led to Whitmore's nonfiction work "Someone Was Here: Profiles in the AIDS published by New American Library in 1988. Whitmore later wrote a cover story for the New York Times magazine about his own experience as an AIDS patient. Whitmore was a former member of the Gay Academic Union and the Gay Men's Health Crisis. Michael Canter, Whitmore's longtime companion, was with him when he died.

He is survived by his mother, Irene, and his sister, Mary Jo Hamel. James Betchkal, school board group executive Mass for James Betchkal, 54, a senior executive with the National School Boards Association, will be said Monday in Washington, D.C. Mr. Betchkal, a former Chicago resident, died Friday of cancer in Washington. He was a journalist and leader in the education publishing field.

During his 20-year career with the school boards association, he was responsible for consulting and training activities. Under his leadership as editor and publisher, association publications won national awards. Born in Racine, Mr. Betchkal attended the University of Miami and later did graduate work at the University of Wisconsin and Northwestern University. He moved THE NEW 1989 QUICK SUCCESS PROGRAM to Chicago in 1958 as managing editor of Nation's Schools magazine.

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Kirkwood died Friday of spinal cancer and gave the writer's age as 58, although Mr. Kirkwood had admitted to being born in 1924. of lying about my age," he once "As an actor, 1 got in, the habit explained. Mr. Kirkwood won both a Tony Award and a Pulitzer Prize in 1976 for "A Chorus Line," which he wrote with Nicholas Dante.

ten He once described "A Chorus Line" as an expose of "the whole idea of competition." He added: "When you see the 16 boys and girls competing for eight jobs, there is something so naked about it. You want everyone to get the job, but you know only half can. And that's the pull." The show opened in October, 1975, and, in 1983, became the longest-running show in Broadway history with its performance. It is still running. Mr.

Kirkwood's parents were the actors Lila Lee and James Kirkwood and he followed them into show business at the age of 14. He appeared in dozens of plays and films, with an interruption in his career for a three-year "Good Times-Bad Times," and "P.S. Your Cat. Is Dead!" He subsequently adapted "Your Cat" for the stage; it had a run on Broadway in 1975 and was revived Off Broadway in 1978. He also wrote the novel "There Must Be a Pony!" which was adapted for television in 1986 with Elizabeth Taylor starring, and a work of nonfiction, "American Grotesque," about a conspiracy in the aftermath of President John Kennedy's assassination.

Just before his death, he had finished a nonfiction book about his experiences, entitled "Diary of a Mad Playwright." He also performed as part of a comedy-satire team known as Jim Kirkwood and Lee Goodman, in nightclubs around the country. The team had a radio show on WOR in New York for several years. Ross Claiborne, Mr. Kirkwood's publisher at Delacorte Press, said Saturday: "He was clearly one of those people with an infectious charm and wit who beguiled everyone, socially and professionally. He was one of those people who was genuinely funny.

His actor's background gave his anecdotes a theatrical Mr. Kirkwood was a member of the Screen Actors Guild and Actors Equity Association, as well as the Dramatists Guild, the American Guild of Variety Artists and PEN. He is survived by a half-brother and a half-sister. James Kirkwood stint in the United States Coast Guard. He performed in "Panama, Hattie" and "Wonderful and played opposite Tallulah Bankhead in "Welcome Darlings." He had roles in the films "Mommie Dearest," "Oh, God, Book Il" and "The Supernaturals." He wrote the play "Unhealthy to Be Unpleasant," which was produced on Broadway in 1966, and wrote the comedy, "Legends," in which Mary Martin and Carol Channing toured in 1986 and 1987.

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To us you were a Hero filling our life with countless joys and boundless love. Your sparkling blue eyes radiated your love and inner vibrance and zest for life that will never fade from our memory. We will cherish always the legacy of respect, devotion and strengths you embodied for those qualities made us the family we continue to be. Because of you our life is richer-but you are missed greatly and the tears have not subsided. Because of the man you were and the affect you continue to have in our lives, we honor your memory today.

Your daughter Carol and Wife Jean LEBAR Bernadine L. Lebar, April 22, 1984 It's been five years since you left us, we love miss you. Your family. O'SUCHA, JOSEPH J. April 21, 1988.

You Are Rememberd Everyday. Auctions Are Not the Same Without You. You Mom Are Together Again. VALERIA, MESIAR O'SUCHA February 23, 1976. Missed More More.

And Loved For Always. Your Daughter, Marie SOBIERAJSKI Lester (Libby) Sobierajski musician, magician, and well known tree man of Evergreen Park. Momma, Jackie, M.T. and family. Death Notices ADOLF Anthony J.

Adolf, beloved husband of Barbara (nee Koluder) and the late Helen (nee Krai); loving father of John G. (Jean Barbara Jane, Anthony G. (Irene and Roberta (Stan) Williams: fond brother of Anita (the late Arthur) Swanson, Odiel (the late Joseph) Chutka, Marian (the late John) Futter, Robert (Ann) Adolf, Audrey (Conrad) Kuefner and the late Otto (the late Marie) Adolf; devoted grandfather of John R. (Mary Pat), Mary Jean (Edward) Cannon, Janet (Steve) Thompson, Cathy (Bruce) Thompson, Joan (Richard) Brenner, Karen, Bernard, Anthony Joseph J. Adolf and Charles Williams; greatgrandfather of Laura and Emily Thompson.

Funeral Services at Adolf-Berwyn Funeral Home, 2921 S. Harlem Berwyn, IL, Tuesday, April 25th, 8:45 a.m., to St. Leonard Church for Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery, Visitation Monday 2 to 9 p.m.

Info. 484-4111 al division of the Bureau of the Budget, the forerunner of the Office of Management and Budget, for three years. He practiced law in Washington for eight years before taking over the position at the National Gallery of Art in 1973. He retired in 1980. Mr.

Amory, a Boston native and a graduate of Harvard University and Harvard Law School, also was a professor at the law Death Notices AHRENS Evelyn F. Ahrens, beloved wife of Warren; loving mother of Ellen Snee, and Raymond (Lyn); dearest grandmother of Everett Snee, Raymond and Lynn Marie. Krassel; fond sister of Paul (Jan) South, Peter (Aloha) Saravia, Nettie (Howard) Willis, Ellen, Frances (Richard) Wooten, Lorenza and Paula Martinez; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral service Monday, 12 noon, at Brook-Ridge Funeral Home, 131 E. Boughton North of 155 at Rt.

53, Bolingbrook. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville. Visitation Sunday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. 972-1900.

ALEXANDER A memorial service for Anne Alexander, 69, of Schaumburg will be held on Friday, April 28, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 405 S. Rush Roselle at 6 p.m. No memorials or contributions please. There will be no visitation. In accordance with her wishes, she was creamated.

She died of cancer at Alexian Brothers Hospice House Friday, April 21st. Survivors include her husband, Harry; daughter, Carol and (John) Eggerding; granddaughters, Alissa and Amy; sister, Joan and (Chester) Wettstein. AXELROD Margaret B. Axelrod, nee Robertson, beloved wife of Harry; dear mother of David R. Visitation Monday 2-9 p.m.

at Peterson Funeral Home, 6938 W. North Ave. Services Tuesday 2 p.m. Interment Woodlawn. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Chicago Lung Association appreciated.

637-4441 BAIN See Florence Bain Hannemann notice. BARNAS Henry F. Barnas of Morton Grove, April 21, beloved husband of Carole, nee Redjinski; loving father of Joy (Scott) Schwerman, Cindi (Jay) Adams, Jack (Judy), JoLynn (Mark) Sherman, James, Jenifer, Janel (Scott) Bridgeman, John (Michelle) Barnas; loving grandfather of 13; dear brother of Edwin (Ceil). Memorial visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. at N.H.

Scott Hobblethwalte Funeral Home, 1249 Waukegan Rd, Glenview (1 bik S. of Lake Ave on east side). Memorial Mass 11 a.m. Monday at St. Isaac Jogues Church, 8101 Golf Rd, Niles.

Please omit flowers. Donations to American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association or memorial Masses would be appreciated. Info 998-1020 BARTFAY Ervin Louis Bartfay, beloved son of the late Louis and Katherine; loving brother of Elizabeth Wallace, Erma Weight and Primrose Bartfay; dear uncle of Frances Weight and Joseph Bartlay. Funeral Service Monday, 1 p.m., at the Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd Oak Lawn.

Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 2 to 10 p.m. For public transportation info. call 636-1193 or Chicago 735-4242. BASSO Ronald W.

Basso, age 53, passed away April 19, 1989. Service and interment private. BENSON Margaret Benson, nee Walsh, beloved wife of the late Arthur dear sister of Rose A. (Kenneth) Morse; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews; also grandnieces and newphews and greatgrandnieces and nephews. Funeral services Monday 10 a.m.

at Arnizen-Coleman Funeral Home, 4611 N. Lincoln. Visitation Sunday 1 to 8 p.m. Interment Ridgewood. 561-1884 BLUM See Irene A.

Fisher notice BOGENES William M. Bogenes, beloved husband of Helen, nee Gustafson; loving father of Judi (Bill), Taylor and Nancy (Jim) Lau; dear grandfather of eight; great-grandfather of one. Formerly employed by Continental Can Company for 35 years. Died April 20, in Zellwood, FL. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m.

at Peterson Funeral Home, 6938 W. North Ave. Lying in state Monday, 9:30 a.m until time of service 10 a.m. at the Euclid Avenue Methodist Church, 405 S. Euclid, Oak Park.

Interment Forest Home. 637-4441. BROOKS Ann M. Brooks, loving wife of the late Joseph F. Brooks.

Funeral services Monday 9:15 a.m. from the H. Marik Sons Guardian Chapel for Mass 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Charity Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, send memorials to charities of your choice. Visitation Sunday from 4-7 p.m. Info 484-6310 BROSILOW Estelle Brosilow, nee Glickman, beloved wife of Aaron; loving mother of Jerry (Lillian): fond grandmother of Pamela (David) Rudstein, Alan, Randi (Arnold) Robin, Michael (Dobra Schartz) Brosilow and Steven; great-grandmother of four; dear sister of Dr. Leo Glickman. Funeral services Tuesday, 11 a.m.

at The Weinstein Brothers Devon Chapel, 1300 W. Devon. Interment Westlawn. Info 761-2400. BRULLE Albert E.

"Al" Brulle, Veteran World War Navy, beloved husband of Lorraine, nee Rahn; loving father of Art (Eileen) and Judy Hammond; dear son of Eveline (the late Urbain); proud grandfather of Ron, Greg, Ken, Jennifer and Jeffery; great-grandfather of Ronald; dear brother of Robert (Marge): also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday, 10 a.m. at Wm. C. Smith Sons, 2500 N.

Cicero. In lieu of flowers, please remember Alzheimers Disease, 70 E. Lake Chicago, IL 60601. Visitation Monday, 4 to 9 p.m. Interment Mount Auburn Come: tery, Info 237-8070.

school and developed its first course on accounting. He served in the Army during World War II and was awarded a Silver Star, Bronze Star and the Legion of Merit. Survivors include his wife, Mary Armstrong Amory, two sons and three grandsons. Services are scheduled for Monday at the Washington Cathedral. BRUNNEY Philip Brunney, beloved husband of the late Helen nee Kerwin; loving father of Donald (Mary Krush) and Patricia (Harold) Olson; dear grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of eight; fond brother of Willis Brunney and Mabel Tallon.

Visitation Sunday 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m., from Kenny Brothers, 3600 W. 95th to St. Bernadette Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre.

239-3600 BUDRICK Mary Budrick, nee Barna April 19. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Budrick; dear mother of Dolores (the late Doyle) Johns; fond grandmother of Brent and Donna (Ray) Hylton; great-grandmother of three; sister of George (Sally), Michael (the late Caroline), Joan (Anthony) Komorowski, Irene (Edward) Warwick, the late Joseph and John; aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday 9:30 a.m. from Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave.

to St. John Fisher Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Casimir. Visitation Sunday 2 to 9 p.m.

BE8-0075 CLOSE See Mary Close Murray notice. DANHELKA Jerome J. Danhelka of Westchester, IL, at peace in Christ April 21, 1989, beloved husband of Beatrice, nee Sinati; loving father of Norma Reidy and Sharon (Frank) Petersen; fond grandfather of Donna, Cathleen, Matthew, Michael and Jill; dear brother of Henry, Tony, Betty Liska, Emily Duda and Millie Kust. Friends will be received the Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak (two blocks west of Mannheim), on Sunday from 2 until 9 p.m.

Funeral services Monday, 11 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven. For further dial F-U-N-E-R-A-L. DYREK Josephine Dyrek, nee Kurowski, beloved wife of the late Antoni; loving mother of Loretta and Ted; devoted grandmother of Michael, Jeffrey, Karen and Donna; great-grandmother of two; fond sister of Stephanie, Angeline, Helen and Sophie. Funeral Monday, April 24, at 10 a.m.

from Funeral Home, 2129 W. Webster, to St. Hedwig Church. Interment All Saints P.N.C. Member of Gr.

693 P.W.A. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. 276-4630. FELDMANN Vivian K. Feldmann, nee Rollins, beloved wife of the late Joseph dear mother of Joan (George) Devin, Joseph Jr.

(Nancy) Feldmann, and the late Jean (Ray) Ehrhardt; sister of Muriel (Melvin) Wehrmeister and the late Carol Hartman, WinIfred Meineke, Dorothy Jaeger, Ruth James and Roy Rollins; grandmother of 12; great-grandmother of eight. Funeral Service Monday 10 a.m. at Adams-Wintertield Funeral Home, 4343 Main Downers Grove. Visitation Sunday 2 to 9 p.m. Interment Queen of Heaven.

No flowers. 968-1000 FISHER Irene A. Fisher, nee Blum, beloved wife of Robert R. Fisher; loving mother of Antoinette Fisher; dear aunt of Richard Fisher, Marianne Huber, William Blum and William Fisher and many great-nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday 9 a.m.

from Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st to All Saints-St. Anthony Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment St.

Mary Cemetery. Member of the Council of Catholic Women and N.A.R.F.E. Visitation Saturday 4 to 9 p.m and Sunday 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Association would be appreciated. 791-0100 or 735-4242.

FLESOR Gus Tom Flesor of North Chicago Veterans Hospital, beloved son of the late Tom Gus and Mary Flesor; loving brother of Theodore T. (Mary) Flesor; proud uncle of Gregory (Rose) Flesor and Thomas Flesor. At the Peder. sen-Ryberg Mortuary, 435 N. York, Elmhurst where friends may call Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.

and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday 9:30 a.m. from mortuary to Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church, Westchester for Divine Liturgy at 12 noon. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. 834-1133 FLETCHER Amy Fletcher, age 88.

Resided in Downers Grove. Passed April 21, 1989. Survived by two sons, William and Alvin Fletcher of Downers Grove. Funeral services Monday 2 p.m. at Buck-Wheeler-Hyland Funeral Home, Beividere.

Visitation Sunday, April 23, 3 to 5 p.m. GEEVER George J. Geever, of Des Plaines, loving husband of Evelyn nee Homer: beloved father of Virginia A. (Eugene) Hartung and James E. Geever; grandfather of seven; great-grandfather of four.

Visitation Monday 3 to 9 p.m. at Oehler Funeral Home, 555 Lee Dos Plaines. Prayer services to be held Monday, 9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. at St.

Mary. Interment All Saints Cemetery. 824-5155 I GIOVACCHINI Helen V. Giovacchini, nee Wallich, of Villa Park, beloved wife of Marshall loving mother of Susan (Terrence) Veller and Nancy (David) Von Bergen; fond grandmother of Robert and CatherIne Veller: dear sister of the late Edwin Wallich, Martha Hajek, Paul Wallich and Carrie Hartnig. Funeral Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.

at Harvard Ave. Bible Church, 206 W. St. Charles Villa Park. Lying in State from 9:30 a.m.

until time of service. Visitation Sunday, 3-9 p.m. and Monday, 6-9 p.m. at Villa Park Funeral Home, 305 S. Princeton Villa Park.

in lieu of flowers memorials Interment appreciated to the Hill, Harvard Eimhurst. Ave. 834-6656. Bible Church. Chapel.