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Edward Frank Novotny, 68, of Aurora, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 18, 2025. He was born on March 23, 1957, in Oak Park, IL, and is the son of the late Edward Novotny Sr. and Lillian Novotny. He graduated from Riverside Brookfield High School and earned his bachelor’s degree from Western Illinois University. Ed is survived by his daughter, Anna; mother, Lillian; sisters Nancy, Diane, and Cathy; brother, Larry; brothers-in-law, Bob and Jim; …
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Hello Anna,

I'm so very sorry about the passing of your fine father.   As the Executive Director of the Midtown Educatio…

Hello Anna,

I'm so very sorry about the passing of your fine father.   As the Executive Director of …

Hello Anna,

I'm so very sorry about the passing of your fine fath…

I met Ed in first grade ,turned out he lived across the street from me. I’ll remember playing baseball in the intersect…
I met Ed in first grade ,turned out he lived across the street from me. I’ll remember playing baseb…
I met Ed in first grade ,turned out he lived across the street f…
I have fond memories of Ed, especially when he was skiing and simply enjoying our lake. He was also our “family photogr…
I have fond memories of Ed, especially when he was skiing and simply enjoying our lake. He was also…
I have fond memories of Ed, especially when he was skiing and si…

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What were Edward's favorite local spots?
Aurora Tap House
Aurora Tap House
Aurora Tap House
What were Edward's favorite vacation spots?
Lily Lake, WI
Lily Lake, WI
Lily Lake, WI
What were Edward's favorite sports teams?
Chicago White Sox Chicago Blackhawks Chicago Bears Chicago Bulls Wisconsin Badge…
Chicago White Sox Chicago Blackhawks Chicago Bears Chicago Bulls Wisconsin Badgers
Chicago White Sox Chicago Blackhawks Chicago Bears Chicago Bulls Wisconsin Badgers
What were Edward's favorite foods?
Sushi from JuRin
Sushi from JuRin
Sushi from JuRin

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Born

March 23rd, 1957
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Passed away

April 18th, 2025
Aurora, IL

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Cause of death

Heart attack

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Edward "Ed" Novotny