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1924

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2015

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Mathew Brzezinski Obituary

Brzezinski, Mathew B. 90, passed away on January 17, recently residing in Manteno Veterans Home. Born to the late Walter and Kathryn (nee Wydra) on January 28, 1924. Proudly served in the U.S. Army in WW II and retired from Conrail as a Police Sergeant after 30 years of service. Dedicated husband for over 50 years to his late wife, Theresa (nee Rafferty) and married to Marion for the past 13 years; loving father of Linda (Denny) O'Dowd, Ed (Kathy) Brzezinski, Jim (Suzette) Brzezinski and Terese (Tom) Poetzinger; cherished grandfather of Mark, Megan, Caitlin, Bridget, Tim, Tom, Tina and Michelle; loving great-grandfather of Erik, Jack and Jake; dear brother to Jean and the late Zigmund; dearest brother-in-law and fond uncle to many. Memorial donations can be made to Illinois Veterans Home, 1 Veteran Dr., Manteno, IL 60950. Private funeral arrangements being made by Care Memorial. For more information call 866-912-9822.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 20, 2015.
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Dad you were the best, they didn't make them any better, you had the biggest heart,that's why we loved you.. Ed & Kathy

February 10, 2015

I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tena Cecil

January 27, 2015

Sending love and condolences. I always looked forward to visits with (great) Uncle Ed. The Irish must have been thinking of him when they mentioned "a song in his heart and a smile in his eye"! What a wonderful man and long life full of love.

Jessica & Xhelal

January 24, 2015

May you continue to feel comforted by the support of family and friends as you celebrate a life well lived.

C. Johnson

January 24, 2015

Jim,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. It obvious that your Dad was quite a guy and you were truly blessed to have had him all these past years. You and your family are in our prayers.

Jack Rich

January 22, 2015

God Speed Mr. B

Cathy Magee

January 22, 2015

Terese & Family. I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved dad. He was a great man and will be missed. His smile and singing could make anyone love him. I will miss his proposals!! God Speed Mr. B

January 22, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family, and please know that during this time of grief there is hope. Joh 5:28, 29 God promise that you will see your love one again

Denise Thrash

January 22, 2015

Linda O'Dowd

January 21, 2015

Jim, Just reading the obituary, seems your dad had a great life, and a terrific legacy. He must have been so proud of you and I am sure his family. My dad died in 1998, much younger, and it changes your life no matter how prepared you are. If you ever want to talk about it, or talk about your dad, give me a call. My deepest condolences to you and your family Jim.... d

Dennis Lyons

January 21, 2015

You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow. Psalm 119:76

January 20, 2015

May god rest your soul next to Theresa. I was blessed to have known you and enjoyed our talks.
God bless.
Dan Thielmann

Dan Thielmann

January 20, 2015

May God hold you in his arms and heal the sorrow
that you feel.

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Pat & Joe Marchert

January 20, 2015

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