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Eleanor Callham Obituary

Callham, Eleanor Alberta (nee King), age 77, of Oak Lawn, IL, formerly of Thessalon, ON, beloved wife of 49 years of Donald Edward, devoted mother of Gloria Jean Callham, Donna Marie Alberts, Daniel (Je'annine), Michael (Michelle), Patrick and Teresa (Roberto) Cassano, dearest grandmother of Joseph, John, Michael, Dawn, Dina, Denise, Danny, Gia "Dollie" and great-grandmother of many, loving sister of Wallace "Sonny" (Wilma) King, Lornie "Kenny" (Hortencia) King and Devona Singer, also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral Thursday, 9:30 a.m. from the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy., (7700W), Palos Hills, to St. Germaine Church for 10:30 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Eleanor was a devoted Eucharistic minister, past officer of St. Germaine Woman's Club, politically active and an avid bowler. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guestbook at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 20, 2002.

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Joan McCahill

August 22, 2002

We are sory to hear of your great loss. Eleanor was a truly gracious lady and wonderful mother.

I will remember you in my prayers, sincerely, your cousin,

Joan McCahill

David Gaidas and Family

August 20, 2002

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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