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Gary Isakson Obituary

Isakson, Gary "Ike" Age 64, a resident of Las Vegas, NV, passed away April 25, 2016. Gary was raised in Elmwood Park, IL, attended Elm Grammar School and Elmwood Park High School and was active in all sports activities. He was preceded in death by his parents, Knut "Ole" and Ruth Isakson; a sister, Sharon Lea and a brother, Lee Wayne. He is survived by his sister, Lynn "Cookie" (Robert) Kirby, of Monterey Peninsula, CA. Services will be held at Irving Park Cemetery, 7777 Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL on Saturday, September 24th at 10:45 a.m. For information The Elms Funeral Home 708-453-1234 or www.elmsfh.com



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 22, 2016.
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I am sorry for your loss and wish to convey my sincere condolences at this time. May you find hope and comfort in the future promises held out to us by our Loving Heavenly Father. John 6:40

A. Acosta

September 30, 2016

Dear Isakson family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. May the peace of God calm and comfort your hearts during this difficult time.
Hosea 13:14; Psalm 17:6

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September 19, 2016

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