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Celeste Oslakovic Obituary
Celeste C. Oslakovic nee Witt, age 76. Beloved wife of Frank E. Oslakovic. Devoted mother of Keith (Karen) Oslakovic and Karin (Harold) Woods. Cherished nana of Alexander, Celia, Nathaniel and Zoe. Dearest daughter of the late Arnold and Viola Witt. Celeste was a dedicated elementary teacher for over 30 years. She was an active member of Faith Ev. Lutheran Church in Oak Lawn and a volunteer at the Children's Museum of Oak Lawn. Family and friends will gather for a visitation at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Ave. Worth, IL. On Sunday, April 3, 2022 from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Celeste will lie in state on Monday, April 4, 2022 from 9:00 am until the time of service at 10:00 am at Faith Ev. Lutheran Church 9701 S. Melvina. Oak Lawn, IL. Entombment Bethania Cemetery, Justice, IL. In lieu of flowers donations to Faith Ev. Lutheran Church or the March of Dimes appreciated. For info 708-448-6000 or www.schmaedekefuneralhome.com.
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Darlene Blanz
April 3, 2022
My prayers to your family at this difficult time. I knew Celeste through teaching and after retiring at the District 122 Retirees luncheons. She was also a great volunteer and supporter of the Children's Museum in Oak Lawn where I am Board President. She will be missed!
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Diane Kolodziej
March 31, 2022
Deepest sympathy to the family of Celeste Oslakovic.
Adam Woodworth
March 31, 2022
Celeste was a volunteer at the Children´s Museum in Oak Lawn for many years. Her passion and dedication to the education of children will be remembered fondly. I am so very sorry for your loss.
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