Jacobek, Avery.
Avery "Bud" Jacobek was born in Forest Park, Illinois on March 15th, 1924. He was one of three sons born to Myra and Arthur Jacobek. Avery served as an infantry medic in World War II. His time overseas took him to parts of Italy, including Florence, where he studied architecture. Upon his return home, he built a career in architectural contracting, retiring in 1990. He married Suzanne LaPour in 1969, and they settled in Western Springs, Illinois. They had two children, Jill Suzanne and Lee Avery. He died on November 9th, 2009 at Illinois Veterans Home in Manteno, after battling a long illness.
From the description of [Avery Jacobek Memorial Collection] 1943-1947 (Pritzker Military Library). WorldCat record id: 780086608
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| creatorOf | Jacobek, Avery. [Avery Jacobek Memorial Collection] | Pritzker Military Museum & Library, Pritzker Military Library |
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