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Dean Vola Obituary

Vola, Dean W. late of Burns Harbor, Ind. and owner of Potions Tavern in Blue Island, beloved husband of Annette (nee Blakeman), devoted father of Joseph, Dina and Anne Marie Vola, loving son of Joan (Maurice) Ballatore and grandson of Ted Tullia, fond brother of Dawn and Daniel Vola. Family will receive friends and family on Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 8 p.m. at the Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service), 15801 S. Cottage Grove Ave., four blocks north of 162nd St. (Rte. 6), Dolton/South Holland. Private Inurnment at St. Joseph & St. John Cemetery, Hammond, Ind. 708-841-2300 or 708-460-2300 or www.legacy.com. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 30, 2002.

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Karen Virkkala

July 3, 2002

My sympathy to Annette and the family, Dino will be missed by many. Karen Virkkala

Patrick Bales

July 3, 2002

Dean, you will be sadly missed. You touched a lot of lives, and your memory will be with us always. Be at peace, and may you know the joy of rebirth.

Heather Cavenaugh

July 2, 2002

Dino you will be sadly missed by everyone whoever knew you. you put up a great battle and never complained. Our Hearts and our Prayers are with you always.

Lorrie Ferguson

July 2, 2002

My deepest sympathy and condolences for the loss of an awesome man who always had a smile on his face and an optimistic outlook on life. You will be missed.

Sue Rogers

July 2, 2002

My friend and my boss, I will miss you,your shoulder you haven giben me and in my heart you will always be...Love and kisses til eternity your friend ...p.s. when i get there i will be looking for that smile..."sweet"

Roberta and Ed Ginsberg

July 1, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time.

Eric Virkkala

July 1, 2002

My prayers are with all of you. Dino was a great guy.

Eric Virkkala

The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home

June 30, 2002

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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