Burr Ridge Village Center

Burr Ridge Village Center is where city energy meets suburban ease. Located just south of I-55 on County Line Road and only 15 miles from downtown Chicago, this vibrant open-air lifestyle center offers the perfect blend of shopping, dining, and community in the heart of Burr Ridge. Whether you're sipping rosé all day at Hampton Social or enjoying elevated Mexican cuisine at Bar Poca Madre, Burr Ridge Village Center is a destination for food lovers and trendsetters alike. With over 195,000 square feet of exclusive shops, restaurants, and wellness experiences, including the luxurious Kohler Waters Spa, there’s something for everyone. Free parking, beautifully landscaped walkways, and a thoughtfully curated mix of national brands and local boutiques make it easy to spend the day here. From seasonal events to everyday outings, Burr Ridge Village Center invites you to shop, dine, and connect all in one stylish and welcoming place.

DuPage County

David Giuliani

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Burr Ridge

Illinois

Burr Ridge Village Center is where city energy meets suburban ease. Located just south of I-55 on County Line Road and only 15 miles from downtown...

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Name: William “Bill GTO” Nawrot
Service Branch:
United States Army
Years of Service:
1968-1970
Rank: Spec 4
Member: 132nd
Assault Support Helicopter Co
Battle
Region/War: Chu Lai, Vietnam
Awards:
National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam
Service Medal

The Western Springs Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10778 announces the
Grand Marshal and&nbsp;date for the Western
Springs Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25, 2026. Bill Nawrot will
serve&nbsp;as the parade’s
Grand Marshal.
Parade Grand
Marshal
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Located in Vietnam’s
Quảng Nam Province, Chu Lai was a United States Marine Corps&nbsp;military base,
operational from 1965 to 1970, which included an airfield to support
military operations&nbsp;during the Vietnam
War.
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joining the service
ranks in Aug of 1968, Bill enlisted in the Army on his 19th birthday.
He was&nbsp;assigned to the Flight Line in Chu Lai, Vietnam, from Feb 1969 to April 1970, as part
of a 5-man&nbsp;mechanics crew. Bill
was charged with major and minor maintenance repairs, for 12 CH-47
Chinook&nbsp;helicopters
completing a scheduled rotation for parts replacement every 100 hrs.
Sporadically, the Flight Line was
under mortar fire from the Vietnamese forces.
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On Apr 1970, Bill was
discharged from Army Service. Bill returned to Illinois to his
previous&nbsp;job at Illinois Bell
Telephone. He worked at Bell Telephone for 27 years as an outside
communications&nbsp;technician. After
Bell Telephone, Bill began a second career at MCI/Verizon where he
worked for 12&nbsp;years until
retirement in 2010.
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Bill was part of the
“Operation Support The Troops America” in Naperville, IL. Since
joining&nbsp;the Western Springs
VFW in 2014, Bill has worked with the Memorial Day Parade Committee
where he&nbsp;creates the 4-page
parade program, and coordinates the vehicles where veterans ride
during the parade.
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bill is married to
Patti, and they are parents to 4 children, 12 grandchildren, and one
great-granddaughter. Bill
and Patti are avid classic car collectors with 2 Pontiac GTO, a
Lincoln Town&nbsp;Car, and 2 Mustangs.

Local Event: VFW Post 10778 Memorial Day Parade And Remembrance

VFW Post 10778 Memorial Day Parade And Remembrance


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Service Branch:
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Years of Service:
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Rank: Spec 4
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