Our Obituaries
Leonard E. Bilinski
September 26, 1926 - August 20, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Rozalia Gradzki
August 11, 1928 - August 18, 2017
Rozalia Gradzki, nee Grzymkowska. Beloved wife of the late Jozef. Loving mother of Maryla (Jozef) Koniecko, Linda (Jerzy) Wasilewski, Alina (Dr. Anthony) Janiga and Anna Smith. Dearest grandmother of Marnie (Jerry) Clifford, Mark (Anne) Koniecko,Diane (David) Goldman, Daniel (Katie) Koniecko, Art (Banessa) Wasilewski, Darek Wasilewski, Dr. Jenna (Dr. Brett) Lullo, Michael Janiga, Kyle Smith and...
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Eleanor P. Griffin
September 11, 1928 - August 15, 2017
Eleanor P. Griffin, nee Barrett, of Chicago, August 15, 2017. Wife of the late John (CPD). Loving mother of Sandra (Robert) Lowery, William (Leslie), and Jack (Christine) Griffin. Grandmother of Michele, Michael, Kerry, Patrick, David, Brian, Jake, Callen and Ben. Great Grandmother of 9. Visitation Friday, August 18, 2017, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Malec and Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee...
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Harry Stanley Rybicki
October 28, 1922 - August 11, 2017
Harry Rybicki, 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 11. The youngest child of Francis and Katherine Rybicki, Harry was born on October 28, 1922 in Chicago. Preceded in death by seven siblings, Harry reunites in celebration with brothers Henry, Edward, Walter, and Bruno; and sisters Jean, Lillian and Irene. Harry enlisted in the Army in 1944, serving in WW II as a cook. While stationed in...
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Patricia Ann Norum
February 21, 1934 - August 11, 2017
.Patricia Ann Norum, née Stratton, Beloved wife of the late Milan H. Norum. Loving mother of Milan A. (Katherine), Raymond H. (Rosanna), MaryAnne (late William A.) Jones and John W. Norum. Loving Grandmother of Stephanie (James Polson), Lisa, Jaclyn, Kaitlyn, Erik Norum and Danielle (Scott Cha). Great- Grandmother of Eliana. Loving friend of Maria Gálvez and Jim Guenther. Dear sister...
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Dolores Dorothy Banasiak
January 6, 1925 - August 10, 2017
Dolores Dorothy Banasiak. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Patricia (James) Tagliere and Deborah Lynn Banasiak. Dearest grandmother of Angela Lynn (James) Murphy, Amy Lynn (Michael) Jursich and Allison Lynn (Robert) Farrell. Dear great-grandmother of Alyssa, Abigail, Grace, Kaylie, Michael and Walker.
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Arlene E. Melamed
May 25, 1937 - August 1, 2017
Arlene E. Melamed, age 80 of Round Lake Park. Beloved wife of Sol for 60 years. Loving mom of Liz Lucas and Dave (Deby). Dear grandma of Johnathon and Abby. Cherished sister of Kathleen Lawson. Sister-in-law of Robert (Vicky) and Phillip (Jean). Niece of Arby. Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late Borge (the late Eleanor) Rod. Cherished companion of her long haired...
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Raymond E. SLIWA
September 23, 1941 - July 31, 2017
Raymond E. Sliwa, age 75 of Chicago. Beloved father of Raymond J. Sliwa. Loving grandfather of Amanda and Troy. Cherished brother of Dolores (the late Louis) Marcopoulos, Eileen (William) Thies Jr., and Phyllis (Jack) Henriksen. Uncle of many nephews and niece. Loving companion and dearest friend of the late Zora T. Puckett. Raymond was a friend to many.Visitation Friday, August 4 from 9-11...
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Robert Dubiel
January 21, 1970 - July 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Rosalie Abbinanti
November 4, 1950 - July 28, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Constance Anne KOSS
October 31, 1941 - July 24, 2017
Constance "Connie" Anne Koss, age 75 of Chicago. Beloved daughter of the late Conrad and the late Isabelle "Sally" Koss. Dearest sister of Donald (Liz) Koss. Loving cousin of the late Donna (Ami) Menle and many members of the Gilberts and Baumeisters.She shared her parent's love of learning, reading and sports. A lifelong Chicago Cubs fan, Connie Anne was delighted to finally see her team win...
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Patricia A. Kolomay
December 28, 1937 - July 21, 2017
Patricia A. Kolomay, age 79 of Niles. Beloved wife of Retired Lieutenant of the Chicago Fire Department, Richard F. for 59 years. Loving mother of Cheryl (Hon. Dennis J. Morrissey) Kolomay-Morrissey and John (Connie Indelli) Kolomay. Dear grandmother of Michael Indelli and Michelle Indelli and step-grandmother of James, Kevin, Bridget and Sean Morrissey. Sister of John (Diane) Zaucha. Aunt...
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Slawomir Jarmula
June 16, 1964 - July 21, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Henryka M. Jasinski
May 13, 1928 - July 20, 2017
Henryka M. Jasinski, age 89 of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Waclaw. Loving mother of Renata, Christine (Donald) Butts and Theresa (Walter) Chodan. Grandmother of Michael (Kelly) Ace, the late Jessica and the late Stephan. Great-Grandmother of Gavin and Caitlyn. Dear sister of the late Henry (Irene). Aunt of Lydia, Gregory and Arthur.Visitation Thursday 3-8 PM at Malec & Sons...
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Gilbert J. Ortinau
July 7, 1932 - July 7, 2017
Gilbert J. Ortinau. Beloved husband of Ethel, nee Anderson. Loving father of Dawn, Tammy, Wendy, Kimberly and Mark. Cherished dad of Bob, Gail, Brian and Beverly. Visitation Friday, July 14th from 8:00 am until time of prayers 10:15 am at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee Avenue. Procession after prayers to St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00...
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Barbara Nichols
July 29, 1950 - July 6, 2017
Barbara Nichols, age 66. Beloved wife of the late Jack for 44 years. Loving mother of Laura Nichols and John A. (Katie) Nichols Jr. Adopted mother of Caroline (Kevin) Mobley and Mum (Kuy) Meas. Dearest grandma of Michael Nichols. Sister of Tom (Rona) Toler, Judi (Jay) Kozlowski, Carolyn (Michael) Tornow and Patricia (Donny) Toler. Aunt and great aunt of many nieces and nephews.Visitation...
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Joseph J. Przewoznik
September 22, 1929 - July 6, 2017
Joseph J. Przewoznik, 87, of Chicago, IL passed away on July 6, 2017 surrounded by family. Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 8:00pm on Sunday, July 9th, at Malec Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. The funeral service will begin at Malec Funeral Home at 9am on Monday July 11th, followed by a mass at Our Lady of Victory located at 5212 W Agitate, Chicago at 10am. Burial will follow...
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Robert B. Matusiak
April 17, 1925 - July 4, 2017
Robert Matusiak. Veteran WW II, United States Coast Guard. Beloved husband of the late Helen, nee Haczek. Loving father of Christine (late Jerry) Clancy, Robert (Debbie) and Alan (Judy). Dearest grandfather of Jeremiah (Heather), Brendan (Carla), Erin, Bob (Jenny), Yvonne (Jeff) Jacobson, Lucy (Marco) Silva, Joe and Sarah (Steve) Joern. Dear great-grandfather of Finn, Culver, Payton, Shaye, Noah,...
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Peter P. Beck
August 8, 1940 - June 29, 2017
Peter P. Beck. Beloved husband of Mary, nee O'Malley. Loving father of AnnMarie (William) Sedlak and Raymond Beck C.P.D. Papa Pete to Amy, Amanda, Evan and Rosalinda. Dear brother of Lorraine, Russell, Marilyn, Margaret and the late Raymond, Jerome and Dorothy. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Special pal to his furry friends Fred and Ginger. Funeral Thursday 9:30 am from Malec & Sons...
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Natalie Ann Benker
October 13, 1930 - June 25, 2017
Natalie Ann Benker, age 86 of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Loving mother of Susan, Bonnie and Nancy (Tom). Cherished Grandma B of Joseph (Brandy), Briana (Troy), Heidi (Joshua), Anna (Scott), David, Charlie (Sara), Michael, Vince (Amy), Chris (Paige), Danica, Mia and Catherine. Great-Grandma of Annelies, Zoriona, Titus and a baby boy on the way. Sister of the late Robert Kipp. ...
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Maryann Ann Drogos
November 16, 1930 - June 20, 2017
Maryann Drogos age 86 of Glenview. Beloved wife of the late Henry. Loving mother of Steven (Mindy), Phillip (Mary) and the late Debbie (Ed). Cherished grandmother of Steven (Nicci), Josh, Brian and Kaitlyn. Sister of Fran, Dorothy, the late Helen and the late Stella.Graveside service will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, June 23rd at St. Adalbert Cemetery, 6800 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. For...
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Lorine F. Castillo
January 31, 1929 - June 12, 2017
Lorine F. Castillo, age 88. Beloved mother of Charles E. Mayer. Mother-in-law of Lori Grifo and Andrea Mayer. Loving Grandmother of Michael Mayer and Richard Mayer. Lorine was a proud member of AMVETS, VFW and the American Legion Auxiliaries. She was also a member of the Elmwood Park Senior's Club and Volunteered at Hines Hospital - VA Center.Visitation Friday 4-8 PM at Malec & Sons...
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John Walter Zak
September 25, 1938 - June 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Patrick J. Foy
October 22, 1961 - May 30, 2017
Patrick J. Foy. Beloved husband of Stephanie, nee Addison. Loving father of Angela Grace and Amelia Kathleen. Dearest son of the late Patrick and Sally. Dear brother of Geraldine Foy, Barbara (Dan) Salemme and Moira Foy. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express thanks to the staffs of Lutheran General and Loyola Medical Center for their dedicated and compassionate care...
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Dorothy S. Baniqued
February 7, 1921 - May 25, 2017
Dorothy S. Baniqued, nee Soriano. Beloved wife of the late Benny. Loving mother of Judy (Bill) Baniqued - Lesko. Dearest grandmother of Lauren (Robert) Zane and Nicholas Lesko. Dear great-grandmother of Jasmine Anna Zane. Fond sister of Aurelia, Salome, Alex, John and the late Mark, late Antonio, late Atilano, late Mario, late Martin, late Saturnina and the late Angeles. Dear aunt of many nieces...
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Billy J. Morris
May 6, 1951 - May 25, 2017
Billy J. Morris Sr., Age 66, of Chicago. Beloved husband of Sharon for 46 years; loving dad of Billy, Jr. (Melissa), Tina (Pedro) Hernandez, and Todd (Angie); dear grandpa of Yanelli, Maria, Billy III, Abigail, Mia, Maiyah, Makaylah, Nora, Todd, Jr., and one more on the way; brother of James and Sondra; cherished uncle and great-uncle. Billy was a great man, who loved so many people. He had many...
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Honorata Jablonski
October 10, 1932 - May 21, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Roman Poniatowski
February 9, 1923 - May 21, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Dolores Frances Prokuski
June 25, 1934 - May 20, 2017
Dolores Frances Prokuski (Dolezil) 06/25/1934-05/20/2017 Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister Dolores was born in Chicago on June 25,1934 to Frank and Florence (Warden) Dolezil. With her younger brother Eugene, Dolores grew up in the Noble Square neighborhood, where she met John Prokuski, her soulmate and husband for nearly 63 years. In Dolores's life, family came first. With John they made...
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Maria Janus
January 24, 1940 - May 19, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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James Fronczak
February 12, 1946 - May 18, 2017
Fronczak, James, 71 of Chicago, Ret. Chicago Police Officer for 29 years, passed away Thursday. Beloved husband to Mary Anne (nee Sammartino); loving father to Jennifer (William) Schaefer, Jeffrey (Sandra), Michael (Kerri) and Melissa (Joseph) Fasuna; cherished grandfather of Jack, Evan, Luke, Allison, Bradley, Ella, James, Noelle, Frances, Joseph, Charlie and Maggie Jane. He was a loving brother...
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Audrey J. Rompa
May 31, 1944 - May 16, 2017
Audrey J. Rompa, age 72, of Rosemont. Married for over 50 years to her beloved husband, Ed "Bud" Rompa. Loving mother of Dawn (Michael) Pitts and Donna (Sam) Wahbeh. Dearest grandma of Daniel, Christa, Simba, Josh, Joe, Lizzie and Abbie. Sister of Bonnie (Bob) Naspinski, the late Darlene (the late Tom) Napinski and Henry (Nancy) Guzik. Visitation Friday 3-8 PM at Malec & Sons...
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Lillian C. Chahaj
November 7, 1929 - May 16, 2017
Lillian "Lynn" Chahaj. Beloved wife of the late Casimir Chahaj; devoted mother of Laurie (the Late Steven retired CPD) McKeag; cherished Busia of Brendan McKeag; fond godmother of Mark Staron; loving companion of the late John Marlovitz; dear friend of the entire Marlovitz and McKeag families. Lillian shared a wonderful friendship with a host of cousins, lifelong friends and neighbors.. Memorial...
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Vita L. Scarlata
July 28, 1921 - May 13, 2017
Vita L. Scarlata, age 95 of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Albert. Loving mother of Josephine (John) Gullo and the late Anita Tadel. Mother-in-law of Ronald (Patrice) Tadel. Devoted grandmother of Erika (Mark) Bohyer, Ethan (Amy) Tadel, Maria Gullo, Lisa (Tony) Kovacs, Joseph Gullo, Jessica Tadel, Meghan (Ryan) Valach, Bridgett Tadel, Shannon (Ben) Bellich, and Zak Tadel. Great-Grandma of...
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Lawrence Paul Kampwirth
December 20, 1946 - May 11, 2017
Lawrence Paul Kampwirth, 70, moved on to his next adventure last week. He left unexpectedly, but, predictably, living his best life. He'll be profoundly missed by his wife of 38 years, Lorrie, his light; his daughter, Kristin, his heart; his son, Kevin, his hope; and his daughter-in-law, Marissa, his joy. Larry loved life and was awed by the possibilities of each day. When his hands weren'...
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Mary Ellen Bryce
September 27, 1926 - May 7, 2017
Mary Ellen Bryce, daughter of the late James and late Elizabeth, nee Harrington. Loving sister of Josephine (late Edward) O'Malley, James (Alice) Bryce Sr., the late John "Jack" and the late Kathleen (late Thomas) Daly. Aunt of Linda (Robert) Hommes, James Jr. (Mandy), John, Robert (Melissa), Deneen, Ann (Thomas) O'Malley, Eileen Daly, Therese (Mark) Hepner, Catherine (William) Chow, Joanne ...
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Michelle Renee Joseph
August 16, 1977 - May 5, 2017
Michelle Renee Joseph. Beloved daughter of Michael and the late Mary, nee Greeson. Loving sister of Michael (Cynthia) Joseph. Dearest aunt of Nathan, Mason and McKayla. Loving cousin of many.IN LIEU OF FLOWERS DONATIONS TO THE NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY APPRECIATED.http://www.nationalmssociety.org/Donate
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Helena Maca
February 21, 1927 - April 30, 2017
With a sad heart, we announce the passing of our mama, babcia, and prababcia.Helena (nee Juszczyk) Maca, daughter of Anna & Pawel Juszczyk, born on February 21, 1927 in Poland, died on April 30, 2017 in Chicago, IL.Wife of the late Stanislaw; mother of: Krystyna (Stan Hurd); the late Bronislaw (Diane); Stefan S. (Daniella); and Bogdan.Grandmother of: Suzanna Maca Koivun; Stefan M. Maca (Karen...
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Jan Stefan Podsada
August 3, 1936 - April 20, 2017
Jan Stefan Podsada. Beloved husband of Franciszka. Loving father of Bogumila (Sean) Ryan, Wesley (Alice) Podsada and Danuta (Craig) Zumstein. Dearest grandfather of Sean Ryan, Joshua Jarach, Jacob Podsada, Alexander Podsada, Abigail Podsada, William Zumstein and Jesse Zumstein. Dear brother of Eugienusz (Zofia) Podsada, Wladyslaw (Kazimiera) Podsada and the late Stanislaw (late Zofia) Podsada....
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Carolyn Conkle
January 31, 1947 - April 16, 2017
Carolyn Conkle (nee Carter) age 70. Beloved wife of the late Otis Conkle. Loving mother of Kelly, Kevin (Deborah) and Karen Wojtun. Cherished grandmother of Ryan, Ashley, Holly (Steven), Amanda and Michelle (Bobby). Great-grandma of 5. Dear sister of the late Ralph (Alberta) Carter and aunt of Julie.Visitation Thursday from 3-8 PM at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave,...
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Raymond Joseph Pasko
September 19, 1947 - April 15, 2017
Raymond J. Pasko, age 69 of Chicago. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Rose Pasko, and his nephew, John Pasko. He is survived by his siblings, Joyce (Eddie) Ukleja and Deacon Anthony 'Tony' (Ingrid) Pasko; niece and nephews, Eva (Guy) DiDonato, Tony (Jenny) Pasko and David Pasko; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.Visitation Thursday 3-8 PM at Malec & Sons Funeral...
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James A. Mayer
April 7, 1942 - April 14, 2017
James A. Mayer, age 75 of Chicago, IL passed away on Friday April 14, 2017. Member of Local 134 Electricians Union. Loving husband of Elizabeth. Beloved father of Michelle (Jason) Hernandez. Beloved stepfather of Natalie (Mark) Hoover. Dearest brother of Judy (the late Tom) Allegretti. Cherished brother-in-law of Joseph (Bozena). Cherished step grandfather of Jack and Caitlin. Beloved...
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Wanda V. Slimak
February 24, 1915 - April 14, 2017
Wanda Slimak, 102, the beloved heart of our family, passed away peacefully and went to her heavenly home on Good Friday, April 14, 2017. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank Slimak, her parents, Walter and Cecelia Kwasnicki, and dearest brother, Stanley and sister, Jeanette. She will be missed so very much and live in the hearts of her four daughters, Dorothy (Edward)...
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Kirk Thomas Kudsk
July 13, 1963 - April 10, 2017
Kirk Thomas Kudsk. Beloved Dad of Laura Nichole Kudsk-Perez (Marcos) and Jennifer Renea (Emilio) Flores. Devoted Grandpa of Kevin Thomas, Samya Rose, Noah Andres, Aaden Christos, Nathan Kirk and Madelyn Rose. Wife and Best Friend of Monique. Dearest Son of Juana "Jean" and the late Thomas Dale. Loving brother of Julie L. (Juan) Exposito. Fond Uncle of Jessica, Kimberly and Melanie...
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Adele Mindak
August 26, 1917 - April 9, 2017
Adele (née Bozen) Mindak, 99, passed away in Chicago, IL on April 9, 2017. Beloved Wife of the Late Frank, CFD; Dear Daughter of the Late Rose and Walter Bozen; Sister of the Late Harry Bozen and Late Dolores Nevin; Loving Mother of Karen (Tom) Edwards, Jim, Ret. CFD (Carolyn Alonzo, Ret. CPD), Susan (Ken, Ret. CPD) Ellinger; Devoted "Granny" to Aimee Edwards, Kate Mindak, Jason...
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Zofia Sokolowski
August 25, 1925 - April 2, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Florence M. Arendarczyk
June 12, 1923 - April 1, 2017
Florence M. Arendarczyk, age 93. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of the late Richard, Raymond, the late Dennis, Donald and Donna. Dearest grandma of Richard Jr., Donna, Dennis Jr., Debbie, Jeffrey, Julie, Donald Jr., Lisa and Rachel. Great-grandma of 15. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews.Florence will be lying in state Tuesday at 9 AM at Our Lady of Ransom Parish, 8300...
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Jan PARAT
May 8, 1922 - March 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Pauline Haas
July 18, 1933 - March 28, 2017
Pauline Haas (nee Duenstl). Beloved wife of the late Michael J. for 59 years. They had 5 loving and caring children who cared for their parents in all their illnesses: Deborah (Russ) Kieres, Michael (Carol), Donna (Sam) Furlan, Thomas (Joan) and William Haas. Loving grandma of Geoffrey (Monica), Daniel (Brittney), Marielle (Eryk), Vanessa, Michael, Jill and Kurt. Great Grandmother of Brooke...
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Halina Tyburska
May 28, 1915 - March 25, 2017
Halina Tyburska (Cydzik), age 101 of Chicago. Born on May 28, 1915 in Mosuszyn Maly, Poland. Died on March 25, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. Survivor of Siberian Gulag Lapin Bor on the Ob River with her son Roman. Beloved wife of the late Jan Tyburski. Loving mother of Roman Tyburski, Eve Estrada and the late Krzysztof Tyburski who perished in Siberia two weeks short of his fifth birthday. ...
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Eva G. Formanski
March 27, 1934 - March 23, 2017
Eva G. Formanski, nee Sierra. Beloved wife of the late Norbert J. Loving mother of Leo (Jeanne), Michael, Susan (Greg) Giuliani and Teresa (Charles) Gale. Dearest grandmother of Matthew, Jennifer, Alexandra and the late Eddie. Dear sister of Oralia Sosa. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday beginning with prayers at 9:15 am at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee...
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Elisabeth J. Wolf
February 27, 1927 - March 22, 2017
Elisabeth J. Wolf. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Reinhard (Sharon) and Dagmar Wundrock (Al Thomas). Dearest grandmother of Ann Marie (Brett Lucina), Kristin (Nate) Wallock, Kathryn (Nicholas) Manzella, Beth Ann (David) Parker, Katherine (Brady) Walters and Robyn (Mary Frances Rodgers). Dear great-grandmother of Lauren, Edison, Eli, Ella, Lyla, Roma, Gramm, Grey, Nicky and Joey.
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Patrick C. Sulak
March 14, 1950 - March 17, 2017
Patrick C. Sulak, age 67 of Chicago. Beloved husband of Teresa for 44 years. Loving dad of Karen (Brian) Sanders and Lisa. Dearest Geej of Katie and Abby. Brother of Diane (John) Jedziniak, Jerry (Suzanne) and Gary (Karen). Cherished uncle to many. Patrick was known for always having a smile that lit up a room, and will be missed by his family, friends and neighbors. Visitation Monday 3-8...
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LaVergne T. Schwab
July 3, 1929 - March 7, 2017
LaVergne T. Schwab, age 87 of Chicago. LaVergne was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Angeline and siblings, Marie and James. LaVergne is survived by her nephews and niece, James, John and Jollina; great nephews and nieces, Joe, Erik, Melissa, Jeremy and Rachel; and her friend and cousin Pauline Scharres.LaVergne was a friend to all, and will be missed.She will lie in state Friday...
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Krzysztof Dudzinski
January 4, 1992 - March 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Michael J. KELEHER
July 12, 1953 - March 3, 2017
Michael J. Keleher, age 63 of Chicago. Beloved fiancé of Betty Ward. Dearest cousin of Nancy (Cramer) Dowdle. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, William Keleher and Virginia (Keleher) Boreman; his brother, William Keleher; and Step-father Ronald Boreman. He is survived by his half-sister Rhonda DiPadova.Michael worked for the Chicago Park District as an Operational Engineer...
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Marlene Loretta Holmes
September 30, 1939 - February 25, 2017
Marlene Loretta Holmes, nee Gardzelewski. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving mother of Tracey (Craig) Musser, Steven Holmes, Michael (Lisa) Holmes and Raymond (Bridget) Holmes. Dearest grandmother of Nathan (Nina), Steven (Gabriela), Daniel (Heather), Nicholas, Mark, Allison, Michael, Julia, Emma, Mary, Harmony, Melody and Gibson. Dear sister of Dory Najlowicz, Pat Gardzelewski, Laverne...
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Helen A. Shulda
September 12, 1923 - February 23, 2017
Helen Shulda, nee Jakus. Beloved wife of the late Elmer. Loving mother of Diane Barrett, Rick (Mary Ann) and Ron (Terri). Dearest grandmother of Gary Barrett, David Barrett, Sean Barrett, Sara Shulda, Jon Shulda, Nick Shulda and Matt Shulda. Dear great-grandmother of Nirvana Rose, Oceana and Dylan. Preceded in death by her parents Jozef (Julia, nee Popek) Jakus and sibllings Stanley (Wanda) Jakus...
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Carmen ANAYA
September 25, 1938 - February 20, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Timothy A. Fitch
February 10, 1973 - February 15, 2017
Tim Fitch, age 44 of Hanover Park. Beloved husband of Carmen for 10 years. Loving dad of Logan, Andrew, Victor and Alysia. Papa of Ilias. Dearest brother of Carrie (John) and "Big Brother" of Mike. Cherished son of Kathy (the late Donny). Nephew and cousin of many.Visitation Saturday 2-9 PM at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. In lieu of flowers please make a...
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Janet D. Gorzynski
September 22, 1947 - February 14, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Josephine H. WEBER
December 4, 1924 - February 13, 2017
Josephine Weber, age 92, recently of Arizona, formerly of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late George. Loving mother of the late Helen. Dear Grandma of Christy (Sean) Cleary and Steven (Noelle) Bozsi. Great-grandma of Kyle Kuhlman, Kelly (Michael) Tode, Brendan Cleary. Sister of Frieda Schneider, Fred Handloser and Erna Berndt. Visitation Friday 3-8 PM at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N...
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David L. Sobotka
August 24, 1948 - February 9, 2017
David L. Sobotka. Beloved son of the late Leonard and Adeline. Loving cousin of Gregory (Mary Lou) Szydlowski, Brian Rogers, Richard Rogers, Kenneth Damico and the late Richard (Julia) Szydlowski.
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Maureen Rose McCormick
August 28, 1951 - February 9, 2017
Maureen Rose McCormick, nee Mahoney. Beloved wife of Douglas. Loving mother of Katie (Adam) Miglore, Colleen McCormick, Erin McCormick and Michael McCormick. Dearest Grandma of Alice Miglore, Dylan Miglore and Penny Miglore. Dear sister of Robert Mahoney and the late Larry Mahoney. Fond aunt of many. Funeral Monday beginning with prayers 9:00 am at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee...
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James Gerald McIntyre
May 20, 1947 - February 6, 2017
James Gerald McIntyre, retired C.P.D. Beloved son of the late Gerald and Eileen. Beloved father of Daniel (Celeste) and Michael. Loving grandfather of Aidan, Delaney and Claire. Dearest brother of Michael (Cindy), Colleen Kelly and the late Thomas. Dear uncle of Michael (Celina), Megan (Walter), Kelly, Brian, Thomas and Katie. Visitation Friday from 3:00 pm until time of service 8:30 pm at Malec ...
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John Plewa
July 14, 1955 - January 30, 2017
John Plewa, age 61 of Chicago. Beloved father of John (Kasia), Angela (Wojtek) and Joseph (Gosia). Loving Dziadek of Natalia, Matthew and Joey. Dearest brother of Anna (Lesley) Glowacz and Jadzia Rose. Son of Filomena and the late Mieczyslaw.Visitation Saturday 8-10:15 AM at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. Prayer to begin at conclusion of visitation followed by...
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Raymond Meyer
March 23, 1956 - January 27, 2017
Raymond S. Meyer, at rest January 27, 2017. Dearest cousin of Lawrence "Larry" Meyer, Lillian and Michael Boryca, Karl and Marion Meyer, Harold Jr. "Butch" and Julia Meyer, and Karen and Cliff Banks. Dear second cousin of Justin Boryca, Kathy and Vince Suchocki, Kitty and James Luhr, and Linda Stokes. Raymond was an original member of the Left Field Bleacher Bums know as " Lil' Ray"...
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Lillian D. Huber
December 27, 1934 - January 26, 2017
Lillian D. Huber, nee Breithaupt. Beloved wife of Ervin. Loving mother of Roberta (Donald) Bicking and Daniel (Nadine) Huber. Dearest grandmother of Justin (Peggie) Bicking, Kyle Bicking, Ryan (Emily) Bicking, Mark Huber and Amy Huber. Dear great-grandmother of Violet, Noah and Evelyn. Dearest sister of Marlene (Daniel) Good. Fond aunt of Gail, Michael, Gary, Julie and Laura. Memorial visitation...
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Diana Lee NYKAZA
March 17, 1951 - January 22, 2017
Diana Lee Nykaza (Maiden: Kucharski), 65, of Zion, IL, passed away on Sunday January 22nd 2017 in Kenosha, WI at Aurora Medical Center.Visitation will be held at Malec & Sons Funeral Home on Friday January 27th, 2017 at 8:30am - 10:00am, followed by a Prayer Service from 10:00am - 10:15.The Funeral service will be held at St. Thecla Parish, 6725 W. Devon, Chicago, IL directly following the...
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Giovanna Serritella
December 2, 1931 - January 18, 2017
Giovanna "Joan" Serritella (née Severi), entered into eternal peace early January 18, 2017. Joan was born on December 2, 1931, daughter of Ernestine and Peter Roy Severi. Joan lived in the Chicago area for her entire life. Joan married the love of her life, William "Bill" Serritella, in 1953 and together they raised four children. Joan was a compassionate soul, with a generous heart and an...
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Peter Hrycyk
August 27, 1917 - January 16, 2017
Peter Hrycyk, age 99. WWII Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Florence. Loving dad of Peter (Leona). Caring brother, uncle, and friend to many. Peter was a longtime fan of Polka Music. He will be greatly missed. Funeral Friday 9am from Malec & Sons Funeral Home (6000 N Milwaukee Ave.) to am 10am mass at St. Stanislaw Bishop and Martyr Church. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Visitation...
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Patricia Ann Kelly
May 24, 1941 - January 14, 2017
Patricia Ann Kelly, nee Fick. Beloved wife of the late Robert F. Loving mother of Michael (Traci) and James (Darcy). Dearest grandmother of Carson, Parker, Morgan and Griffin. Dear sister of Diane (Michael) Korovich.IN LIEU OF FLOWERS MEMORIALS TO THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY APPRECIATED.
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Odemia C. Sigler
November 14, 1934 - January 14, 2017
Services and Interment are private.
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George W. Luecker
August 16, 1938 - January 14, 2017
George W. Luecker. Beloved husband of the late Donna, nee Stoltie. Loving father of Mary Beth (Tim) Schaefer, Lori (Doug) Goettsche, Peggy (Paul) Cuda, Jeannine (Tom) Lawler, William (Denise) and Peter (Jill). Dearest grandfather of Amy, Mark, Joseph, Nicole, Sara (fiancé Rob), Matthew, Ashley, Robert, Sean, Jenna, Thomas, Rachel, Brendan, Derek, Sydney, Aleesa, Myles, Ryan and Ryland. Dear...
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Nilda Z. Cordero
September 1, 1947 - January 11, 2017
Nilda Z. Cordero, nee Zolayvar. Beloved wife of Arturo. Loving mother of Arnell and Jason (Sheila). Dearest grandmother of Evan. Visitation Saturday, January 14th from 1:00 - 5:00 pm at Malec & Sons Funeral Home where a prayer service will be held at 3:15 pm. Interment private.
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Helen Citko
October 16, 1925 - January 11, 2017
Helen Citko (nee Dombrowski), age 91 of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving mother of Kathleen (Rich) Johnson, Carol (Dan) Horn, Steve (Pauline) Citko and Greg (Cindy Taylor) Citko. Devoted grandmother of Kris, Mike, Beth, Jeff, Amy, Ryan, Alison and Eric. Great-Grandmother of Samuel, Henry, Tabitha, Harley, Jonah, Kane and Eli. Helen is survived by her sister Anne Kyp; and...
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Robert Frank Leick
August 7, 1938 - January 9, 2017
Robert F. Leick. Lifelong resident of Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Joan M., nee Mikulec. Loving father of Bob, John, Richard (Cindy) and James (Maureen). Loving grandfather of Holly, Nicole (Adam) Filantres, Alicia, Steven, Amanda, Abbey, Jack and Amy. Dearest great-grandfather of A.J. Funeral Service on Friday beginning with prayers 10:00 am at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N....
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Isabel Acevedo
April 18, 1938 - January 7, 2017
Isabel Acevedo (nee Gonzalez) Beloved mother of Clarissa Acevedo, Milton Acevedo and the late Hiram Gonzalez Jr.; loving grandmother of Angelique, Adam and Matthew Acevedo.Funeral Tuesday beginning with prayers at 9:45 AM at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Avenue and proceeding to St. Thecla Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Interment will Follow at St. Adalbert...
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Raymond J. Kurth
July 22, 1946 - January 6, 2017
Raymond J. Kurth Jr. Loving husband of Marianne, nee Mazurek. Beloved father of Jeffrey (Tammy), Jerry (Jill), Alan (Teresa) and Jill (Robert). Dearest grandfather of Tommy, Jordan, Mallory, Ian, Izabel, Alan, Lucas, Megan (Martin), Jonathan and the late Stephanie. Dear great-grandfather of Evan, Hailey, Layla, Lily and Levi. Dear brother of Patricia and the late David. Fond uncle to many.IN LIEU...
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Kathleen S. Lundeen
January 8, 1953 - January 5, 2017
Lundeen, Kathleen S. Age 63, passed away peacefully into Heaven on January 5, 2017. Born to Ralph DeLeon and Evelyn (Krucki) DeLeon. Raised in Chicago, she had a passionate love of the City. She graduated from Immaculate Heart of Mary elementary school and Madonna High School. Primarily a homemaker, she was always a devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by sons, Eric (and grandson,...
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Edward Charles Swanson
September 13, 1956 - January 3, 2017
Edward Charles Swanson, age 60, of Chicago. Beloved son of the late John and Charlotte Swanson. Loving brother of the late Loni (Phil) Murphy, Cecil (Debbie) Bobak, Donald (Kelly), and Gloria (Stan Mikos). Dear uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews.Visitation Saturday 9-11 AM at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. Life Celebration Service to follow at 11...
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Linda Prokuski
May 25, 1955 - January 1, 2017
Linda Elaine Prokuski passed away on January 1, 2017. Linda was born on May 25, 1955 and lived a compassionate and loving life. She was a woman of many talents, the greatest of which was her ability to create lasting friendships. She left a trail of love wherever she went, and those who were lucky enough to be in her path will forever remember her caring spirit and generous soul. Linda leaves...
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Irene Ezerins
August 16, 1932 - December 30, 2016
.Irene Ezerins: Maiden name: FeifsBorn: August 16, 1932 in Riga, LatviaDied: December 30, 2016 in St. Petersburg, FloridaFamily: Daughters, Anita Felsoci and Diana Ezerins; Grandsons, Nicholas Felsoci and Lucas Fel; Granddaughters, Kristine and Sophie; Sister, Vesma; Brother, Helmuts; Sons in law, John and Pete.Irene left Latvia with her family in 1944. They lived in a Displaced Person (DP) camp...
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Eugenia Szumski
March 27, 1928 - December 29, 2016
Eugenia L. Szumski, nee Wilczewski. Beloved wife of the late Casimir. Loving mother of Barbara (late Robert) Fabino. Dearest Babcia of Allison (Michael) Carr, Michael and Janean. Dear friend of many.
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Jean Lois Martin
August 22, 1926 - December 23, 2016
Jean Lois Martin, age 90 of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Leroy; loving mother of Richard (Jan), Paul and the late Anthony; dear grandma of Chuck. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Maria Polizzi. Visitation Tuesday, December 27, 2016 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave. Prayers Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. at the funeral...
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Marcial Medina
August 22, 1936 - December 21, 2016
Marcial Medina, age 80 of Chicago. Beloved husband of Francisca for 62 years. Loving dad of Jose (Jean), Mike (Donna), Ivan, Marcial Jr., and Frances Marie (Daniel) Coronado. Dearest grandpa of 9 and great-grandpa of 9.Visitation Monday 3-8 at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. Mass and interment will follow in Puerto Rico.For funeral info: MalecandSonsFH.com or...
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Paul J. Marabotti
July 19, 1931 - December 19, 2016
Paul J. Marabotti, Jr., age 85. Veteran U S Army, Korean ConflictBeloved husband of the late GeraldineLoving father of Mary Beth (Alan) Hartford, Paul J. (Sheryl) Marabotti, III and the late RuthDevoted Nonno of Lauren, Rachel, James, Samantha, Zachary, Natalie and Melissa.Dear Great Grandfather of Aiden and Oliver.Beloved son of the late Paul Sr. and MaryFond brother of the late Richard (Vivian...
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Gloria Osiecki
March 27, 1926 - December 16, 2016
Gloria Osiecki, nee Lindblad. Passed peacefully December 16, 2016 at the age of 90 with her family by her side. Survived by her husband of 61 years, Eugene C. Osiecki; daughter Janet and daughter Kimberly (David) Beard; sister Yolanda Fahey and brother-in-law Mel Schroeder; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by her parents, Knut B. and Carrie...
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Diana Lynn Huguelet
August 10, 1952 - December 15, 2016
Diana Lynn Huguelet (Ezzo, Perez) Alamshaw, age 64 previously of Chicago. Beloved wife of Edward "Chip". Loving mom of Christina Ezzo and Joey Perez. Mother-in-law of Giovanni Gonzalez. Dear grandma of Samantha Gonzalez. Sister of John Alamshaw and sister-in-law of Cindy Alamshaw. Aunt of Sarah Alamshaw and Nicholas Alamshaw. Diana was a Realtor and worked for Jewel Stores in Chicago...
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Leonard Molenda
April 7, 1935 - December 14, 2016
Leonard "Lenny" Molenda, disabled Veteran Korean Conflict. Loving partner of Charlene. Devoted father of Roxan Molenda, David (Michelle) Chappell and the late Bobby Chappell. Dearest Papa of Tess, Tori and Tedy. Loving brother and uncle to many. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS MEMORIALS TO ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL, 501 ST. JUDE PLACE, MEMPHIS, TN 38105 APPRECIATED.
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Hildegard M. Holz
May 16, 1913 - December 13, 2016
Hildegard M. Holz, nee Hoheiser, age 103. Beloved wife of the late Eugene. Loving mother of Carol (Alois) Ideler and June ( late Joseph) Bredestege. Dearest grandmother of John (Merri), Andrew (Rosemarie), Linda, Julianne (Tony), Jeanne and Joy. Dear great-grandmother of Nickolas (Chelsea), Fiona, Jennifer, Margaret, Lindsey, Timothy, Mark, Matthew, Mara, Tigerlily and Lucy. Fond sister of the...
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Maria E Cruz Carrion
May 4, 1926 - December 12, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Thomas Arnold Herling
February 25, 1932 - December 10, 2016
Thomas Arnold Herling, 84, aka "Babe and The Duke" by many, of Chicago, Illinois succumbed to cancer at his home surrounded by his family on December 10, 2016. Thomas is survived by his wife of 62 years Maureen Ann(nee Schwind). He was the devoted father of Sean (Kathy) Herling, Daniel (Ron) Herling, Margaret "Peggy" (Steve) Janes, Rosanne (Bill) Laurino, Thomas (Eva) Herling,...
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Dolores Marie Davis
September 13, 1920 - December 8, 2016
Dolores M. Davis, age 96 of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Clyde F. Davis Jr.. Loving mother of Cathy (Peter) Kattner and Don (Claudia) Davis. Dear grandma of Peter Kattner III, Kristin Kattner, Devin Davis, Carina Davis and Ealin Davis. Dearest sister of Paul Razo and Marie Brichetto.Visitation Thursday 4-8 PM at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. Prayers...
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Ann Zydowsky
February 26, 1918 - December 3, 2016
Ann Zydowsky, nee Charnota. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence. Loving mother of Kathleen (John) Holyk and Lawrence (Kathryn). Dearest grandmother of Lauren Zydowsky, Kaitlin Holyk and Kristen Zydowsky. Loving sister of William (late Catherine) Charnota and the late John (late Marge) Charnota, late Michael Charnota, late Mary (late Louis) Battiste, late Andrew (late Frances) Charnota and the late...
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Zofia I. Pilecki
October 5, 1926 - December 1, 2016
Zofia Pilecki. Beloved mother of Andrew (Shari) Pilecki, Gregory Pilecki and the late Edward G. (Mary) Shenoo. Loving grandmother of Katherine (Nick) Siatras, Jacqueline Shenoo, Dominika Shenoo and Alexandra Shenoo. Dearest great-grandmother of Maryanthi Siatras. Dear sister of Helen (late Waclaw) Pett. Fond aunt of Elizabeth (Steven) Adamczyk. Funeral Monday 10:00 am at Malec & Sons Funeral...
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Julia A. Pytel
January 16, 1941 - November 23, 2016
Julia A. Pytel age 75. Beloved wife of the late Leonard for over 54 years. Loving mother of Joseph (Sharon), Susan (Michael) Hauser-Ford, Brian (Renee) and Karen (Jeff) King. Dear grandma of ten, and great grandma of one. Beloved sister of Emily Socha, the late Betty Pytel and William Hodnett. Visitation Sunday 3-8 PM at Malec and Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. Funeral prayers...
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Michael J. Ziemba
February 11, 1920 - November 23, 2016
Michael J. Ziemba, age 96. Beloved husband of Weronika, nee Taraszczuk. Michael and Weronika celebrated 67 years of marriage this November 13th. Loving father of Elizabeth (Stanley) Kozlowski, Boguslawa (Miroslaw) Kraus, Arcadius Ziemba and Henry (Katarzyna) Ziemba. Dearest grandfather of Margaret (Matthew) Jarosz, Barbara (Chad) Drufke, Robert (Magdalena) Kozlowski, Monika (Timothy) Shields,...
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Eugene P. Such
May 4, 1928 - November 21, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Judith Ann Nugent
May 17, 1944 - November 20, 2016
Arrangements under the direction of Malec & Sons Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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