It is with great sadness we have learned of the passing of Jeff Horvath of the Loop University Bookstore. Horvath served as the textbook department manager since its opening in 2005. 
Horvath died peacefully at home in Palatine, Ill. He was a beloved son born Oct. 30, 1964, to Joseph Horvath and the late Lois (nee Nemunaitis), and dear to his stepmother Mary Horvath (nee DeLaVergne) of over 40 years. He was a loving brother to his devoted sister Donna Smith, a caring uncle “Ush" to Benjamin and Nathan Bosco, a nephew to his Aunt Yolanda Ebbing and dear cousin to many.
Horvath brought creativity, humor and steadfast devotion to the world. He worked for 30 years for Barnes & Noble. In his 18 years of sobriety, he presented his unassuming and genuine self to uplift and support others through AA. He served countless friends and strangers in his lifetime with a quiet sensitivity.
The family will receive friends in the Gathering Area at St. Christopher Church, 20141 Detroit Road, Rocky River on Monday, March 7, from 10 – 11 a.m. Mass will be celebrated at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be offered to Pacific Garden Mission, 1458 S. Canal St., Chicago, IL 60607.