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Edward Novak Obituary

Novak, Edward J. "Archie-Big Ed", age 86, Veteran of WWII, U.S. Army, beloved husband of Florence (nee Lelex), loving father of Edward A., Barbara (Jim) Gray and Timothy (Michele), proud grandfather of Alyssa and Timothy J., fond brother of many, dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. A member of St. Bruno Seniors, Catholic War Vets. F.H.M. Post 500, 3511 ORD Scissorballs and a retired machinist with over 40 years with Stanadyne Company. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 2nd, where family and friends will gather at St. Bruno Church, at 9:45 a.m., for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment private. All services and arrangements were provided with dignity by: John J. Minich Funeral Director, 773-582-6294.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 1, 2006.

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