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Concepcion Garcia Obituary

Garcia, Concepcion "Connie" (nee Vasquez), widow of John B. Garcia, beloved companion of Manuel Aguinaga, loving mother of David R. (Sonia), Steven L. (Sylvia), Fernando F. (Lisa) and the late John Mateo Garcia, dear grandmother of 12, great-grandmother of three, fond sister of Steve, Raymond, Isadore (Maggie), John, Savino (Margie), Lupe Barrera, Helen (Jose) Barrera and the late Jose and Martha Vasquez, aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. from Otto V. Stransky & Son Funeral Home, 5112 S. Western Ave., to St. Michael Church for 9:30 a.m. mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Visitation 3;00 to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, masses appreciated. 773-778-0700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 13 to Oct. 14, 2008.

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Frances Ruiz

October 16, 2008

aunt Connie was a very kind and loving person she will be missed dearly

Mariann Grabe

October 15, 2008

Knowing Connie enriched my life greatly. Her sweetness, kindness and constant smile will be missed by all.

St. Bernard Hospital offers our sincere condolences in celebrating Connie's 40 years of service to our hospital.

October 14, 2008

We will miss you Tia Connie

Mr. & Mrs. Rodney & Christine Poe-Vasquez

October 14, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

sara vasquez

October 13, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. We are so sorry to see you go Aunt Connie. You were a great person, who loved unconditionally. you will be missed and loved by all of us.

Aida Araujo

October 13, 2008

Aida Araujo, grand daughter of the late Benita Rodriguez and great niece of Faustina Vasquez.

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