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D. Houdek Obituary

Houdek, D. Terree (nee Ferraro), beloved wife of Gene, loving mother of Tony, Deana (Dave) Everson, Sherri (Dan) Englund, Paul, Scott (fiancee Tenesa Scaturro) and Jenine (Bud) Cunningham, dear grandmother of Ricky, Alex, Eric, Jeremy, Cara, Corrie, Allie, Zach and Hunter, devoted sister of Betty (Sport Rainey) and Patricia Ferraro, also many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday, 9 a.m., from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St., Homer Glen, to St. Mary Church, Mokena. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 6300 N. Ridge, Chicago, IL, 60660, appreciated. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. 708-301-3595 Sign-Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 5, 2002.

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Larry & Barb Kincade

February 8, 2002

Dear Scott and family:



We are so sorry to hear about your mom. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



Larry & Barb Kincade

Elaine Mankus

February 7, 2002

Sorry we couldn't make it to the wake, but our condolences to all of you...especially our special love Paul......Elaine, Sharon and Danielle

Carol & Larry Kincade

February 6, 2002

Scott

I was very saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Dan and Donna Tufenkjian

February 6, 2002

Gene, Scott and Tenesa

During this time of grief and sorrow, keep faith in the Lord for comfort and strengh for all your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lisa Drewniak

February 5, 2002

Dee, I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. Our families had many memories together growing up in the old neighborhood...she'll surely be missed! Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love, Lisa (Walsh) & Ron Drewniak

Anthony Fiorio

February 5, 2002

Scott, you are in my families thoughts and prayers. May the good Lord guide you and your family during this time of need.

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Richard J. Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Homer Glen

12641 W. 143rd St, Homer Glen, IL 60491

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