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Charles Downing Obituary

Downing, Charles W. 76, of Blue Island. Beloved husband of Donna (nee DeLucia); loving father of Richard Kirk, Patricia Downing, Kathleen (Bill) Woodin and Donna Marie Breitbarth; devoted grandfather of Richie (Kristin), Jenny, Nicholas and Charles; dear brother of Patricia Kelley and the late Mary Ann Murphy, Elizabeth Disabato and Thomas Downing. Memorial visitation Saturday, March 23, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the Krueger Funeral Home, 13050 Greenwood Ave., Blue Island. Cremation Private. 708-388-1300, www.kruegerfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 23, 2013.

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Sharon Thielmann

June 1, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I just found this notice 5/31/2024. 11yrs late. Condolences to all. Sharon Thielmann

Margaret Janz

May 16, 2013

My Sweet Sis & her wonderful family!! I apologize for not signing the Guest book sooner. It was on my mind since I heard the news. I pray every evening for all my family. I know how much you all loved Chuck and I still can't find the right words. Know I love you all and cherish your family. Love and Hugs, Lil Sis/Aunt Margie

Margaret Janz

May 16, 2013

This note is for you Chuck. I haven't written sooner because now it is real. You were a sweet and lovable brother-in-law. I enjoyed our times together, trips to Indiana, trips you taught me history and views of things I never saw and especially our morning coffee and pill times with Donna. We had fun and enjoyed one another's company. You ended up being my friend and always understood me. Thank you for the memories. Forever and Always, Margie

Dolly McArdle

April 3, 2013

Donna, my thoughts & prayers are with you & yours at this time. Peace be with you all

Cuz Peggy (de Lucia) Cain

April 2, 2013

Donna~
I was so very sorry to hear of Chuck's death. May he rest in peace.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Peggy

Lorraine and Ralph Kaptian

March 30, 2013

Dear Donna
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May Chuck Rest in Peace. He will be sadly missed by everyone..Hugs to all of you..Luv Cousins from Canada..Lorraine and Ralph

Debbie (deb176) Herron

March 24, 2013

Donna, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God bless you all and you are always in my thoughts and prayers.

Tonia (Tee) Jackson

March 24, 2013

Dear Donna my deepest condolences go out to you and your family. May God give you comfor and strenght during this difficult time
God Bless you and your family

Sandy Medeiros

March 23, 2013

Dear Donna My Deepest Sympathy Goes Out To You And Your Family At This time Of Sorrow.May He Rest In Paradise.We Are All Here For You Donna We All Love And Miss You.

Kathleen carsberg

March 23, 2013

Dear Donna, I am truly sadden by your loss, Just remember that we all feel your pain and we all care very much about your . You are very special to us. Gods blessings to you and yours. The Bee.






























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March 23, 2013

My deepest sympathies on your loss. Throw your burden upon God during this sad time and remember that "he cares for you." 1 Peter 5:6,7

March 23, 2013

my hear goes out to you and your famil love you arlene i will be in touch

Pat Smith

March 23, 2013

I am so very sorry to hear about your beloved husband,father nad grandfather. GOD is with you and he has
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ls watching over you. He will be with you in your time of bereivment. I will pray for his family. GOD be witth you in these hard times.

Adrea Miller

March 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Donna. I was saddened to hear about your loss.

March 23, 2013

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Alice

March 23, 2013

Thinking of you and your family in this difficult time.May you find peacein your memories of a loving husband,fatherand friend.

Al and Peggy Bishop

March 23, 2013

Donna, Al and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Chuck.

March 23, 2013

Love, Peace and Blessings to the Downing, Kelly, and Murphy families. "Uncle Chuck" lovingly shared his vibrant personality everywhere he went. May your memories of him continue to bring Love and Laughter as you gather together in this life. May he rest Peacefully with his God and his new journey begun. He will sorely be missed by many.

Donna

March 23, 2013

To know your home with your family and friends and free from pain brings us peace to our hearts ..knowing that someday we will be together again gives us the strength to carry on and until that day you will always be in our hearts we love you a million billion trillon..

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