Obituary of David Machonga

David E. Machonga, 65, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away Thursday, July 19, 2018.

David was born on January 6, 1953 in Chicago, IL to Edward and Anna Machonga.  He was a resident of the Naval Air Station in Glenview for 10 years, and Doylestown, PA for 4 years.  On July 9, 1980, he married Susan Hiles in Chicago, IL.  David served his country in the United States Navy from 1972-1993.  He was a car enthusiast and a member of Buick Club of America.

David is survived by his wife of 38 years, Susan; children, Lydia (Corey Taylor) Machonga, Emily (Daniel Mifsud) Machonga and Joshua (Jennifer) Machonga; grandson, Vayden; and brother, Ralph Machonga.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Michael Machonga.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at Our Lady of Humility Catholic Church, 10655 W. Wadsworth Rd., Beach Park, IL from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.  A funeral mass will follow at 10:00 a.m.  In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the charity of your choice in David’s name.