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Dolores Born Obituary

Born, Dolores R. (nee Gierut), age 75, late of Palos Park, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully October 4, 2009 after a short illness. Beloved wife of LeRoy Born, loving mother of Melinda Born-Chapman (Jeffrey Chapman). Dolores enjoyed cooking, caring for her family, having fun and creating beautiful floral arrangements. Private funeral service was held Wednesday at Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service), 14318 S. LaGrange Rd. (9600 W/Rte. 45) Orland Park. Private Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 708-460-2300.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 7, 2009.

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Vito John Kontrimas

October 20, 2009

Mr. Born and Melinda, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your family was a very big part in my life. Dolores was like a second mother to me. She will always have a place in my heart.

Mary Kay & Gus

October 15, 2009

Mr. Born and Melinda, Gus and I am sorry for your loss. Mrs. Born will be missed. She is and always will be a part of my memory book. We had some good times. I am sure she is looking down on us today, keeping an eye on our every move. We will never forget her. God Bless

October 12, 2009

Melinda,
So sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. She was a great lady.
So caring and loving, and what a hoot!!
She always made us laugh. She will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy
to you and your family.
~Cheryl and the staff at Archer Family Medical Group

Palmer (Pete) Moody

October 8, 2009

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

Eugenia (Grabowski)Harvatt

October 7, 2009

Dear Melinda and Mr. Born,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you!

The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home

October 7, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Thornridge Funeral Home of Orland Park (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

14318 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL 60462

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