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Bernice Konopko Obituary

Konopko, Bernice F. (nee Buch) Age 86. Beloved wife of the late Steve P. Konopko; loving mother of John (Janet) and Paul (Cheryl); proud grandmother of Richie and Michael; fond sister of the late Sophie M. Dietrich; fond sister-in-law of the late Matthew (late Helen) Konopko; dear aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews and a friend to many. Visitation Thursday, December 19, 2019, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Friday at 9:00 a.m. from Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Highway (7700 W), Palos Hills to Our Lady of the Ridge Church, 10836 S. Oxford, Chicago Ridge for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guestbook at www.palosgaidasfh.com or 708-974-4410.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 18, 2019.

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Denise Briden

December 28, 2019

So very sorry to hear of Bernice passing. She was a dear friend of my late aunt Irene (Red) Grzenia. I'm sure that she and my Aunt are celebrating with Sophie in heaven! They are together once again! Our condolences to your family❤

KEVIN KELLY

December 19, 2019

Paul & Cheryl, Cherise and I send our DEEPEST CONDOLENCES on the loss of Momma. We understand too well the journey you have been on with her. Your love for her was undeniable and you can be sure she is remembering everything now. Love Cherise & Kevin

December 19, 2019

Paul, we are very sorry for the loss of your mother. Traci and Jeff Billa

Doc Hayes

December 19, 2019

John, I am sorry to hear about your mother
Losing one's mother is really hard
Hang in there She is in a better place
My deepest condolences and prayers

December 19, 2019

Hi John and Paul: Dorothy McKee just called and told me that Mom passed. Please accept our condolences, we will always remember sitting on Dorothy's porch during the summer months and laughing like friends and enjoyed each other's company. I met her at Scully Jones and Company, we were making memories. Sorry to hear the sad news.
Condolences from Shirley, and Dorothy and Jack.

DeBorah Cole

December 18, 2019

Hi Paul
Sending prayers to you and family. Peace and love. Nurse Cole

December 18, 2019

Hi Paul
Blessings to you and your family. Nurse Cole

December 18, 2019

Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss.

David Gaidas and Family

December 18, 2019

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

James Rustik

December 17, 2019

They say that it takes a village to raise a child. I think it just takes a group of good moms. Moms who cared about not only their child but the friends of their children. I know I speak for Tony, Bobby, Mikey and all of the other friends who are too numerous to mention. Bernice was one of those caring loving moms who we will never forget. May her soul rest in peace.

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Memorial Events
for Bernice Konopko

Dec

19

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL

Dec

20

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL

Dec

20

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Our Lady of the Ridge Church

10811 Ridgeland Ave, Chicago Ridge, IL

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Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

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