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Barry Yocum Obituary


Yocum, Barry W. age 55. Retired C.P.D., beloved husband of Mary G. (nee Fatla), devoted father of Stefanie and Michelle Yocum, dear son of the late Donald and Virginia Yocum, loving brother of Lewis (Beth) and Gail Yocum, kind uncle of Donald and Laura Yocum, dear son-in-law of Irene and Stan Blair. Visitation Thursday, from 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday, 9:45 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, to St. Michael Church, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Private. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 4, 2005.

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Gary Chapel

May 8, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the Yocum family. Barry was a great friend of mine in high school. When I think of Barry I think of some of my best times of my youth. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

Gary and Gail Chapel

Sarah Bresnahan

May 7, 2005

Dear Gail and Family,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your brother. It's especially hard to lose a sibling - someone of your own generation. You will be in my thoughts and prayers..

Sarah Bresnahan

Cindy Vorel

May 6, 2005

What can you say about a man who was a gracious neighbor, a loving husband, and a father who adored his daughters....He will be missed.

PAULA KLENK-EVERETT

May 6, 2005

GAIL AND FAMILY, YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS AT THIS HARD TIME. YOUR BROTHER WAS A SPECIAL PERSON. MY BROTHER,JIM,ALSO SENDS HIS PRAYERS. LOVE, PAULA

Kristen Hughes

May 4, 2005

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Yocum family. Mr. Yocum always had me laughing. I'll miss that. Mrs. Yocum, Stef, and Michelle- you guys are in my prayers. Love you guys.

susan engle/budash

May 4, 2005

My heartfelt condolences to the Yocum family. I remember Barry from Morgan Park HS, where were were fellow alumni. I will always remember Barry for his good nature, his warm smile and kindness to everyone. God bless you Barry.

Sue

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