Albert P. Lodl
Passed away on March 18, 2020
Albert P. Lodl, 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, at The Villas of Palos Heights. A longtime fixture of the East Side, he helped mold the minds of young men and women at St. Francis de Sales High School for all but one year of his 41-year teaching career. He taught biology and English at SFDS. He was known by many simply as Coach Lodl. A Hall-Of-Fame inductee in both the IHSA (1988) and the Chicago Catholic League (1993), Lodl compiled 600 wins in 34 seasons as head varsity baseball coach at de Sales. He also roamed the sidelines at all levels of Pioneer football in varying roles (frosh/soph head coach, varsity Offensive Line and Off. Coordinator, to name a few). He even oversaw the SFDS varsity soccer program for three seasons in the late 1970's.
He is survived by his children, Vince and Michele, his sister Claudia McCarthy, his nephews Tim and Quinn as well as countless extended family members. A visitation/memorial service will take place at a date to be determined once social distancing restrictions are lifted.
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"I will never forget Al Lodl. What a great coach and friend. RIZp Albert P"
March 19, 2020 5:21 am
"I'll never forget you Albert P. Never had a bad day in my life. R.I.P."
March 19, 2020 8:20 am
"I met Albert P. In 1963 and worked with him for 40 years. A wonderful man and a great coach.
He gave his all to the students and athletes. We all became better people, because of his friendship.
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March 19, 2020 9:51 am
"RIP Mr Lodl! Half sheet!"
March 19, 2020 9:57 am
"Amazing teacher, coach, friend, and mentor. Heaven yelled "HEY AL" and you answered.
Rest in Peace, my friend."
March 19, 2020 10:13 am
"Al was a great biology teacher and a fine man to boot!
"Half-Sheet"!"
March 19, 2020 11:22 am
"Mr. Lodl.... A true PIONEER, “ Never a bad day”.. We’re grateful to have known you!!!
Rest In Peace
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March 19, 2020 1:39 pm
"RIP Mr. Lodl. Thank you for being a fantastic biology teacher and good friend. You will be missed."
March 19, 2020 6:26 pm
" Al was my coach at St Francis for three years. Later on I was his assistant when we coached freshmen football - our team went undefeated. He was most of all a great teacher. He was a good speaker in the class room and believed in helping to mold students and athletes for their own good. He dedicated his life to that. We were lucky to have had him as a teacher."
March 19, 2020 6:27 pm
"RIP Mr Lodl! I’ll never forget “Xylem up, Phloem down”!!"
March 19, 2020 11:42 pm
"I was fortunate to be able to play both baseball and soccer for Coach Lodl. He was a great coach that allowed players to love the sport, respect each other and work hard. I have the best memories of Mr. Lodl including half sheet quizzes in biology. Thank you for being a positive influence on my life. Rest In Peace!! "
March 20, 2020 1:13 am
"My deepest condolences to his family. A sad farewell to a wonderful teacher. Like so many, I have Many wonderful memories of you at SFDS.
Rest In Peace, Mr. Lodl and May God’s Perpetual Light
Shine upon you. 🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻
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March 20, 2020 1:30 am
"R.I.P. Mr. Lodl. Remembering you from my teacher, to fellow parent at little league games to a teacher to my daughter. All fond memories.."
March 20, 2020 6:44 am
"He was the best! One of a kind.
RIP Al
Mike Gadus ‘70"
March 20, 2020 1:28 pm
"Phylum up and Zylem down. Albert P. played a major and unforgettable roll in my academic, sports and personal development at SFDS. "
March 20, 2020 3:07 pm
"You always said of people you are one of the best. Al, in your own words you truly were. R.I.P you will be missed!
Tim Geldmyer"
March 20, 2020 6:41 pm
"Albert P. Great friend, business partner and companion. Many good time will not be forgotten. Rest in peace friend"
March 20, 2020 8:02 pm
"Played four years of varsity baseball for the great Coach Lodl. He helped me to become a better coach in my adult years. Thanks Coach Lodl.
John Perkovich SFDS ‘66"
March 21, 2020 3:06 pm
"Coach Lodl was a big influence on my life as a person & coach. May he rest in peace."
March 21, 2020 4:16 pm
"If you knew Al Lodl, you will always remember him. You really had no choice. He was
one of those rare people who positively influenced so many lives. Just the mention
of his name brings smiles to so many people, and so many stories. RIP Coach
Lodl, and peace to your family. "
March 21, 2020 10:02 pm
"Long Live the memory of Coach Lodl. Thank you from the thousands of students and athletes that you have positively influenced during your many years of teaching and coaching. We are all better people from knowing you Coach. Once a Pioneer always a Pioneer.
Class of '68"
March 23, 2020 5:33 pm
"RIP Mr. Lodl. You and Mr. Capello were the two coach’s who gave me the PMA to get through 50 years of working to support my family. Going through your practice sessions helps a young man get through the rough times in life. Thanks"
March 25, 2020 9:24 am
"Albert P was a great friend. I loved the guy and found pleasure going to see him at the Villa. He never changed and kept me laughing and always asked about how the horses were running I am so happy I took the time to visit him. He knew I was buddy and that was nothing I wouldn't do for him. Rest in peace Albert P I will love you forever. Jim Kelly"
March 26, 2020 4:14 pm
"When I knew I wanted to begin a career in coaching I knew it had to begin where it truly began for me.I had to return to SFDS and coach for Albert P.He made my baseball and high school experience all that it was. As he always said"wherever you go, there you are". I will always cherish my time I spent at SFDS. The memories and friendships will never be matched.RIP and I hope the 1981 Catholic League Champs can all get together with you and compete one day again at the field of dreams."
March 28, 2020 7:17 pm
"White Shirt Catering now serving "choli's"in heaven.Rest in peace my friend."
April 2, 2020 3:34 am
"Mr. Lodl was the most fun and instructive coach I had at SFDS in the 1960s. He pushed me like no one ever has with his messages of extra effort I have carried through life. It was a great honor to speak at our Dinner For Al in 1996. We visited several times in the last decade and I will always cherish these afternoons with Mr. Lodl. You must be in a better place now. Mike Galbreath '68"
April 2, 2020 10:13 am
Candles Lit
"Prayers and hugs to Coach'es family . Great Educator , Coach Father , and Friend !
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March 18, 2020 7:17 pm
"Rest In Peace, Coach!
Great memories!
Always a pioneer. "
March 18, 2020 10:47 pm
"Cheers to Albert P! I have many cherished memories of SFDS, baseball, Les Curnow and friendships. God bless you Coach, Rest In Peace"
March 19, 2020 11:47 am
"God Bless You Albert P. Life lessons that will always remain. Hope you find "The Big Kahuna"."
March 19, 2020 3:32 pm
"Rip Albert P. Never had a bad day will be in my vocabulary forever because of you."
March 19, 2020 8:51 pm
"He coached the frosh/sophomore football team in 1964. He was just what us freshman needed! We went 9-1 under his leadership. He made a difference in my life and so many other young men. He was an amazing mentor! You will be missed."
March 22, 2020 8:20 pm
"May the light you shined on all of your students for so many years continue to shine through them and their children. RIP Albert P. You were admired by many. Great teacher, great coach, and a great human being."
April 8, 2020 6:20 am