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Barry Savage Obituary

Savage, Barry G. Korean War Airforce Veteran, beloved husband of 54 years to Patricia (nee Kumpis), loving father of Barry S. (Janet), William (Karen), Cindy (John) Forster and James Savage, cherished grandfather of Alaina (Rich) Roche, William, Matt, Katie, Alex, Mary, Megan and Jimmy, devoted great-grandfather of Nathan and Isaac, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Memorial service Saturday, 3 to 8 p.m., at Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Rd. (5500 W.), Burbank, IL, 60459. Intemrent Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Barry was a Board Member of Reavis High School for eight years. Funeral info: 708-636-2320

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 19, 2008.

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William and Phyllis Tegge

December 30, 2008

Our condolences and love to our cousin Barry Savage's family. We regret not knowing sooner. May God comfort your hearts as your recall all the happy memories you have of Barry as a Husband, Dad and grandfather. May you be assured of a meeting one day with your loved one. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Bill and Phyllis Tegge, Flat Rock, MI.

Ruthann (Tegge) Groesbeck

December 30, 2008

I just found out that our dear cousin, Barry, had passed away when my Christmas card was returned. I fondly remember the visits to Chicago when I was a child, and your hospitality when I came to visit as a young adult. My condolences to you in your loss.

The Goerg family

September 22, 2008

I have great memories of Barry and the entire Savage family. Our condolences to all of them during this very difficult time. May God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow.

george curtis

September 19, 2008

sorry for your lost good memories from reavis 1974

Jim and Michelle Nauris

September 19, 2008

We are so deeply sorry for your loss as we know what this can do to a family and there are no words to spare the sorrow. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and may you draw strength from the memories of love and joy you have of one another.

Illinois Coffee Service

September 19, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to the Savage Family.

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