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Donald Jelinek Obituary
Jelinek, Donald E. age 76, of Brookfield. US Army veteran of the Korean War. Survived by Catherine and loving daughters Lynn (Jeff) Koopman and Caroline (Kevin) Cavanaugh, fond grandfather of Catie and Kelly Koopman and Madeline and Grace Cavanaugh, dear brother of Sylvia Vorlicky and Shirley Kucik. Memorial service private. Memorials to The Salvation Army appreciated. Arrangements by Johnson Funeral Home, Ltd. 708-485-0214.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Charles Blaha
April 19, 2004
Saddened to hear of Don's passing ,worked wiyh Don for five years in Chicago.Was very helpful to me and always had great stories,we grew up in the same neighborhoods,30 yrs.apart.He will be missed.My condolences to the family.
MARIANNE MANGAN
April 11, 2004
He knew my husband Jim Mangan and came over to visit when he was dying of Lung Cancer. I believe they were friends in Purdue. I will be praying for him.
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