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Osowski, Alan Ronald

Alan Ronald Osowski, age 83, of Calumet City, IL, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Mary Lou Osowski, nee Guzman. Loving father of Celeste (Leo) Werr, Donna Osowski, Alan Osowski, and Jim Osowski. Cherished grandfather of Abby, Livy, and Emma. Dear brother of Pamela Osowski, Monica (Steven) Tyre, Denice Kounalis, Mark (Lisa) Osowski, the late Joyce (late Joe) Weber, and the late Paul Osowski. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Aloysius and Helene (nee Lichnerowicz) Osowski. Alan was a U.S. Army Veteran. He was a retired Systems Analyst and manager in the banking industry. Alan was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Memorial visitation Sunday, January 24, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. until time of the memorial service at 4:00 p.m. at Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, 649 E. 162nd St. South Holland, IL. (The service will be live streamed from our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SmitsFH.) Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a gift to DAV (Disabled American Veterans) www.cst.dav.org, any Catholic Charities, or a charity of your choice is appreciated by the family. For more information, please call 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 22, 2021.

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Kevin Hernandez

January 24, 2021

Uncle Ron always with a good penny stock tip. Rest In Peace say hi to my aunt Mary Lou and the rest of the Guzman clan. Love Kevin,Alex and Gabby.

Emma Osowski

January 22, 2021

A great man. Your weekly phone calls with my dad, your brother Mark, were often the highlight of his week. I could hear how happy he was each time after he speaking to you on the phone. You will be dearly missed Uncle Ron, but there is peace in knowing you’re reunited with Aunt Marylou.

Rev. Gerard Kelly, C.M., Associate Administrator at Catholic Charities

January 22, 2021

On behalf of Catholic Charities, I would like to express my sincere condolences on your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that Alan is now at peace.

Vivian Wawrzyniak

January 22, 2021

What a wonderful guy! We share the same three awesome granddaughters and as long as I am alive I will always keep his love for them alive in our conversations. Hugs to the family, the Lord is enjoying him now.

Lisa Decker

January 22, 2021

Uncle Ron was a sweet caring uncle. He will be greatly missed but I know he is with his Lord and with my wonderful Aunt Marylou in heaven. Thank you Uncle Ron for sharing your beautiful smile and your beautiful soul.

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24

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Smits Funeral Home, Ltd. - DeYoung-Vroegh Chapel - South Holland

649 E. 162nd St., South Holland, IL 60473

Jan

24

Memorial service

4:00 p.m.

Smits Funeral Home, Ltd. - DeYoung-Vroegh Chapel - South Holland

649 E. 162nd St., South Holland, IL 60473

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649 E. 162nd St., South Holland, IL 60473

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