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Charles Martin Obituary

Martin Sr., Charles T. Charles T. "Chuck" Martin, dearly beloved husband of 47 years of Laurentene "Loly" Martin, devoted father of Cindy Trzos, Lawrence Martin, Chuck Martin Jr. and Frank Martin, loving grandfather of Stacey Spaargaren, and Tom Trzos, Leanne Martin, great-grandfather of Jeffrey and Madison Spaargaren, fond uncle and great uncle of many. Chapel services Monday, 10 a.m., at McKeon Funeral Home, 634 W. 37th St. (at Lowe Ave.), Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. For information call 773-927-0925.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 17, 2008.

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We love you and miss you very much grandpa great!!

February 23, 2008

Mickey & Dolores Durkin

February 19, 2008

Loly, Dolores and I extend our sympathy. We just found out today. Chuck was a best buddy. Even though we didn't see one another in our later years. Chuck and I shared our boyhood lives togather.We were there for one another. He will always be in my thoughts, God Bless Chuck... Chuck will be all around you in the faces and actions of your kids/grandkids. God be with you...

Sheila McCormick

February 18, 2008

Loly and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Chuck was a great guy. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family.

Sheila McCormick (Lavery)

Chris & Kellie Hernandez

February 18, 2008

We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thougts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Fr. Dan Brandt

February 18, 2008

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the people of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church in Bridgeport. Chuck will be remembered in prayer at Masses here. May you, his family and friends, know the healing touch of Christ during this difficult time.

Sis Shilney

February 17, 2008

I was saddened to hear of your loss. I hope that prayer and time will ease your grief. My brother and his wife, Butch and Mary Shilney, are currently out of town but I am sure they would join me in extending condolences.

Johnny Lewus

February 17, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Susie & Big Jim Diehl

February 17, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tina Beaird

February 17, 2008

Uncle Chuck was such a fantastic guy! His sense of humor was hysterical. I'm going to miss the sound of his voice.

andy thornberry

February 17, 2008

chuck was a good friend before i left chicago when we wher young i think of him often god bless him

Toots Beckwith

February 17, 2008

Dear Loly & Family
My heartfelt condolences. My thoughts of you were just last week. Chuck was always a good friend to myself and Chuck. Heaven is that much richer now for him being there! Can't be with you because of health problems, but you are in my prayers. Love & God bless you.

Toots Platt Beckwith

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