James A. Samartano, age 85, Korean War Veteran U.S. Marines; cherished partner for 32 years of Kathleen Truty; beloved father of Martin (Chris) Samartano and Cookie (Karl) Nika; loving grandfather of James Jules, Elliot, Karl III, Erich, Vincent, Sarah and Harrison Rose; brother of the late Lee Ann Jacobs; dearest friend of Rosalie and uncle of Michael, Anthony, Dominic, and Jonathon Irpino. Jim was founder and president of Samartano & Company, a structural engineering firm established in 1966. Collaborating with architects, contractors, developers and owners, projects included some of the most prominent structures on the Chicago skyline as well as other cities in the U.S. Services private. For further information 312-421-0936.