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Chester Sopata Obituary

Sopata, Chester S. WWII U.S. Army Veteran, beloved husband of the late Theresa (nee Rogozinski), loving father of Maryann and Diane, dear brother of the late Stanley (Dorothy A.) and Walter (Maryann), fond brother-in-law of the late Edward (Patricia) Rogozinski and Maryann (late Edward) Prusinski, loved uncle and great-uncle to many. Member of P.F.C. Ted Stempien VFW Post. Funeral Saturday, December 5, 2009, 9:30 a.m. from Szykowny Funeral Home, 4901 S. Archer Ave. (1 block east of Pulaski at Szykowny Blvd.), to St. Bruno Church, 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For funeral info 773-735-7521

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 4, 2009.

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Eleanor Riggio

December 7, 2009

Dearest Maryann, and Diane,
I happened to be looking on line and saw your father's name in last weeks death notice.
Please accept my condolences. May God be with you both at this sad time.
I have very fond memories of your family throughout the years.

Kim Duren

December 4, 2009

Diane, My prayers are with you and your family. I pray that the Lord will continue to comfort and hold you near. I never met Mr. Sopata but feel as though I knew him well. God bless you and keep you in his care. God will supply all your needs according to His riches and glory.

Christine Smith

December 4, 2009

Diane,

Please know I am thinking and praying for you and your family in your time of sadness. May your family, friends and memories bring you comfort.

Geraldine Phifer

December 4, 2009

Diane and Maryann,

Our thoughts and prayers are with ypu and your family at your time of need. As you grieve know that we are thinking of you and honoring your the memory of your father.

Geraldine Phifer and Chandra L. Booker

Suzanne Johnston-Ramirez

December 4, 2009

Diane and Family,

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


Suzanne Johnston-Ramirez
(Xchanging Company/ Unemployment )

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