Prairie State Wire

William F. ‘Bill’ Bard Jr., a U.S. Navy veteran and longtime owner of Arena Lanes, has died at the age of 78. He is survived by his wife Millie, daughters Melissa Durano, Kimberly Ortiz, and Kristen Faught, and grandchildren Liam Durano, Joel Konitzer, and Aaron McArthur. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. at Lawn Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will take place on Friday at Christ Lutheran Church, with interment at Christ Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Lung Association are appreciated. Funeral information can be obtained by calling 708-429-3200.

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