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Richard Klavanowitch Obituary

Klavanowitch, Richard R. Age 76, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Hine VA Hospital, late of Joliet, IL formerly of Chicago, IL. Veteran serving US Navy 1954 to 1958 and a longtime member of the 1234 Sportsman Club in Chicago, IL. He is survived by his loving wife, Lillian Klavanowitch; sons, Richard and Timothy Klavanowitch; daughter, Ann (Michael) Barnoski; a sister, Loretta (Don) Casey; 5 grandchildren, Madeline, Luke, Jamie, Shauna and Christa; 2 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Anna Klavanowitch; a daughter, Patricia Klavanowitch; also a sister, Patricia (Tony) Budza. Visitation Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Anderson Memorial Home, 21131 W. Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, IL 60403. Funeral Monday, April 28, 2014 9:30 a.m. from the funeral home chapel to St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Crest Hill for a 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment to follow Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. 815-577-5250. www.andersonmemorialhomes.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 26, 2014.
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Hello Klavanowitch family, my name is Irma Brown (nee Lucas). I was very sorry to read of Richard's passing in 2014.

I met Richard in Sydney, Australia about 1956 and we were pen pals for a number of years.

I would love to have some contact by perhaps email with Lillian.

My husband passed away in 2011, so I can appreciate how you must feel.

If you make contact with me, that would be great.

Best Wishes, Irma

January 13, 2016

Our sincere condolences to Lillian and the family.

RICH: RIP SHIPMATE!!!!!!!!

Patti & Dan Prendergast (VFW 6863)

May 1, 2014

Oh Rich, just your smile made everyone smile, and your laugh was so contagious! Where ever you were, it was a fun and happy time. To this day, I remember as a kid seeing you so handsome in your navy uniform. Remembering you and Lil getting married, being together at Grandma's at Camp Lake. Parties at your house, parties at Joey's. Precious memories in my heart forever. Love you! Donna

Donna Malley-Locher

April 27, 2014

You were Special to Me and Al. So many great memories. I will miss my dancing partner. Love you Dearly Rich you will be Missed

Linda Juszczak

April 26, 2014

Softly falls the light of day, as our campfire fades away. Silently each scout should ask, have I done my daily task. Have I kept my honor bright, can I guiltless sleep tonight. Have I done and have I dared, everything to be prepared. May the Great Scout Master of all scouts be with us, 'til we meet again...

Ken Kwiatkowski

April 26, 2014

We were family but most of all you were one of my closest friends.You have touched so many life's and made such a difference in my and my family's life. You will be missed but never forgotten.

Joe Zimmer

April 25, 2014

Our family will miss you Rich. I already miss the poker games and camping trips with F Troop. We were blessed to know you and you were the best Godfather to our son Elliot. Rest in peace fellow sailor.

Dave Tresch

April 25, 2014

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Apr

27

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Anderson Memorial Home

21131 W. Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, IL 60446

Apr

28

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

Anderson Memorial Home

IL 60446

Apr

28

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Ambrose Catholic Church

Crest Hill, IL 60446

Apr

28

Interment

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery

Elwood, IL 60446

Funeral services provided by:

Anderson Memorial Chapel & Heartland Cremation Services - Romeoville

606 Townhall Dr., Romeoville, IL 60446

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