Fernando "Ferd" Mireles, 50, August 28, 2010; lifelong resident of Richton Park, IL. Cherished son of Alberto and Mary Lou Mireles nee Zapata; beloved husband of Sharon nee Zemke; loving father of Mackenzie and Alexander; dear brother of Mario (Carol) Mireles, Laurie DeJarlais, and Edward Mireles. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, and his cherished dogs: Bob and Max. Fernando was the Founder and Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 601, and member of Crete United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at the new Hirsch West End Chapel, 3501 W. Lincoln Hwy. (Rt. 30), Matteson, IL, on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a Funeral Service beginning at 7 p.m. Rev. Richard Young, Officiating. Inurnment Private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Crete United Methodist Church, 1321 Main Street, Crete, IL 60417 or Calumet Council of Boys Scouts of America, 8751 Calumet Ave., Munster, IN 46321 appreciated. Service Information A service summary is not available