Edward Chmelar, age 73 of Buffalo Grove, passed away March 10, 2021. Beloved husband of Marianne Chmelar nee Van Ess for 51 years. Brother of Margaret Foster and the late Ralph Tevis. Dearest uncle of many and a wonderful friend to all who met him. Visitation will be held Sunday, March 14th from 1-5 pm at Kolssak Funeral Home, 189 S Milwaukee Ave (2 Blocks South of Dundee Road), Wheeling. Life Celebration private. Interment at Maryhill Catholic Cemetery, Niles. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital at www.stjude.org are greatly appreciated. To leave a condolence or for more information visit www.funerals.pro or call 847.537.6600.