David A. Novak, 72, of Forest Park, died suddenly on March 12, 2024. Born on May 15, 1951, he was the longtime director of the Park District of Forest Park. His motto was, “Take time for fun.” For more detailed information regarding his remarkable life and amazing spirit, please see the articles in the Forest Park Review by reporter Jessica Mordacq and contributor Rich Dalton at www.forestparkreview.com.
Dave was the husband of Carolann (nee Kopycinski) Novak; the father of Daniel (Samantha) Novak and Nicholas (Jennifer) Novak; son of the late John and Catherine (nee Joyce) Novak; grandfather of Nicholas Jr., Matthew, Storey, Nolan, Katie and Cooper Novak; brother of Thomas (Diane) Novak and the late Joyce and the late Johnny Novak; and the uncle of Joy (Amber) Novak. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Everyone is invited to Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Road (2 blocks west of Mannheim) in Westchester on Thursday, April 4 from 3 until 8 p.m., and on Friday, April 5, at St. Bernardine Church, 7246 Harrison St. in Forest Park for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. All services will conclude after the Mass.
A celebration of his life will follow immediately afterward at the Park District of Forest Park, 7501 Harrison St., with food, drinks and dancing. The family encourages everyone to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Dave’s memory would be appreciated to the West Suburban Special Recreation Association at www.wssra.net. Arrangements are being handled by Brian D. Kuratko and Matthew P. Conboy, funeral directors.