Julius F. Polich

Julius F. Polich
Of Des Moines, Iowa

Julius “Jules” Polich, age 97, passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at Park Place Elder Living in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Julius was born to Bona and Julia Polich on January 9, 1921 in Rathbun, Iowa.

His first job was working as a mail carrier and later helped his father at the family bar in Rathbun, IA. Julius proudly served his country in the U.S. Army as a Medium Tank Crewman. He served in Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Southern France, Rhineland, Central Europe, Sicilian, and was awarded the Bronze Star. Upon his return he began work at John Deere as an assembly worker for 32 years. Julius met and married Anna Susich on June 5, 1949. The two made their home in Des Moines and were married for 59 years.

Julius was a devout member of Visitation Catholic Church. He received the 2000 Julius Polich Viking Spirit Award from Grand View University and was a fan for over 40 years. Julius was an avid St. Louis Cardinals and Green Bay Packers fan. Above all, Julius treasured time spent with his family and had a love for all babies and small children, especially his own grandchildren. He will be remembered most as wonderful and caring man, always willing to lend a hand when needed.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving daughter, Janette K. Fraise; grandchildren, Beth Jones, Kristen (Blane) Perigo and Kara (Jeremy) Adrian; great-grandchildren, Drew Perigo, Colin Perigo, Coy Perigo and Griffin Adrian.

Julius was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anna M. Polich; sisters, Elizabeth Chebuhar and Emma Todey; and his parents.

Visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, June 1, 2018, with Mass of Christian Burial following at 10:30 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 3300 Easton Blvd., Des Moines, followed by burial at Glendale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions to benefit Grand View University Women’s Volleyball and Men and Women’s Basketball Programs.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.Hamilton’sFuneralHome.com

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