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John Gembara Obituary

Gembara, John F. 56, suddenly. Beloved husband of Therese nee Komperda; loving father of Amy and Julie; fond son of the late Deacon Emil S. Gembara and the late Bernadette A. nee Potocki; dear brother of Janice (Paul) Weston, Michael (Carol) Gembara, and Robert (Michele) Gembara; dear brother-in-law of Edward Komperda and the late Victoria (Kenneth) Jablecki; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Wolniak Funeral Home, 5700 South Pulaski Road to St. Mary Star of the Sea Church for 10:30 a.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 3:00-8:00 p.m. 773-767-4500 or www.wolniakfuneralhome.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 6, 2017.
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Our sincerest condolences to John's family. Your family is in our prayers. John was a delightful man with whom we have enjoyed working for years. Peace.

His Friends at Capital Resources

December 19, 2017

We are saddened to hear of John's untimely passing. Our thoughts are with you and your families. Love, Aunt Dororthy and the entire Potocki family.

Donna Potocki-Wilder

Family

December 11, 2017

I was so saddened to hear of John's passing. He and I were very close in our teens and early twenties. He was a good man, and I have many great memories. He was called home way to soon. My sincere condolences to his wife and children, and to Janice, Mike, and Bobby. May the perpetual light shine upon him.

Sheila Stajkowski-Genevich

December 10, 2017

Dear Gembaras, your family has my deepest condolences. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Lauren Swaddell

Friend

December 8, 2017

I have told you this so that you might find peace in me. In this world you will have trouble, but take courage I have conquered the world. John 16:33

My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Gembara family. Love & Prayers to you all, especially my dear friend Amy! If you need anything at all please let me know.

Reanna Layba

December 8, 2017

Dear Lord, Grant eternal rest upon John and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest n Peace

Annette Houlihan

December 8, 2017

My deepest condolences to you and the girls Therese. We been neighbors for 16 years but never got to know you all to well but a wave " HI ". I had a few run in 's with John but nothing too important. If I can do anything please feel free to walk over , if its only to talk.

Linda Kaiser

Neighbor

December 7, 2017

Lexie and I send so much love to the entire Gembara family at this incredibly difficult time. I feel blessed to have experienced the light of Mr. Gembara's life through the love and positive presence of my colleague and friend, Amy. You all remain in our prayers.

Marc Adams

December 7, 2017

So SORRY to hear about John I went to grammar school with him may he RIP

Jane Urban

Coworker

December 7, 2017

I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength. My most sincere condolences.

Jorge Sánchez

Friend

December 7, 2017

Our sympathies to John and his family. Bob & Ann Krejci

Bob Krejci

Friend

December 7, 2017

Joan Swaddell

December 7, 2017

Dear Therese, Amy and Julie, I am so very sorry for your loss. John impressed me as a good and loving husband and father. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this very difficult time.

Joan Swaddell

December 7, 2017

Condolences!

John Perovich

Acquaintance

December 7, 2017

Dear Theresa I'm sorry for you loss, God bless you and your family. My condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. John was a wonderful person.

Jesus Renteria

December 6, 2017

Dear Theresa, Amy & Julie, Janice, Mike and Rob...may you find peace and comfort that John rests with the Lord...our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.. deepest condolences from our Fron family.

December 6, 2017

Don Martin

December 6, 2017

Dear Therese, Amy and Julie,

My heart is deeply saddened by your loss. It's difficult to find the words to comfort you. But I ask the Lord with His Grace and Love to give you the strength to get you through the next few days and weeks. John was a good Husband and Father, a quiet yet warm person who was always generous to my family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you and your family.

Our family sends you our love and prayers... xox
Cassie and Nick Dean
Christine Gembara-Dyszelski

December 6, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Gembara. Draw close to God in prayer in your time of grief as he promises to stay close to you. Romans 12:12

Penny. J

December 6, 2017

Dear Theresa we are so sorry to hear about John and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May you draw close to God during this difficult time and he will draw close to you.

Fred G Rich

December 6, 2017

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Carol Payne

Family

December 6, 2017

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