Father Casimir Tadla, C.R., 95, died peacefully on January 25, at Nazarethville Nursing Home, Des Plaines, Illinois. He professed his first vows as a member of the Congregation of the Resurrection 75 years ago and was a priest for 68 years. He served in parishes in Illinois, California, Maryland, Ontario (Canada), Florida, and Mexico. At age 75, he volunteered to be a missionary to the indigenous people of Oaxaca, Mexico, where he worked for eight years. He was the son of the late John and Catherine (Makara) Tadla and is survived by his sister Genevive Tadych and other dear relatives.

Wake: St. Stanislaus Bishop & Martyr Church, 2300 North Lorel Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639, Thursday, January 28, 9:00-11:00 a.m., followed by the funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Congregation of the Resurrection , 3601 North California Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60618.

For further information please call 312-421-0936.