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Longtime Evergreen Resident Saluted on 96th Birthday
Tony Yukich, namesake of Yukich Field, was honored on Wednesday.
Evergreen Park Mayor Jim Sexton hosted a 96th birthday luncheon Wednesday for Tony Yukich. Pictured with his dear friend Virginia Wroble, Yukich joined hundreds at the Evergreen Park American Legion Hall for the occasion.
Yukich attributes his longevity to “clean living, good friends and the close-knit Evergreen Park community.”
In 2000, Yukich was honored for his long-time dedication to the Evergreen Park community when one of the village’s largest parks was named after him.
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Yukich Field is located next to the Village of Evergreen Park Fire Department in the 9000 block of South Kedzie. This park features athletic fields, a walking track, ponds, an ice rink, two concession stands and restrooms. It is also home to the annual Hot Rod Classic.
Yukich, originally from the Saint Jerome Parish in Bridgeport, moved to Evergreen Park decades ago and served in such positions as village trustee, chair of the Zoning Board and campaign manager.
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