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Emily Lennstrom Obituary

Lennstrom, Emily M. (nee Oblazny) 92, of Orland Park, passed away September 25, 2013. Beloved wife to the late Edward A. Lennstrom; loving mother to Linda (John) Van Westrienen and Lea Sullivan; adoring grandmother to Greta Van Westrienen, Brittany Van Westrienen, Mara Sullivan and Brendan Sullivan; cherished by many nieces and nephews. Emily will be dearly missed by all who knew her. The family wishes to sincerely thank the staff at Silver Cross Hospital and Vitas Inpatient Hospice Unit at Franciscan St. James for all of the loving care you gave Emily and the entire family. Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, October 5, 11:30 am at St. Stephens, 17500 South 84th Ave. in Tinley Park, IL. A private Interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Ellwood, IL at a later date.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 29, 2013.

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Paul and Diane Webster

September 25, 2014

Dear Linda and Lea,
It has been one year since the passing of your dear mother. We miss her each and every day. We continue to remember you and your families in our thoughts and prayers. We will never forget the love and special memories that we shared with your precious mother. God bless you.
Paul and Diane Webster

September 29, 2013

I remember my Auntie Emily from when I was little...may she rest in peace.

Erin O'Sullivan

September 29, 2013

Emily was such a special woman and like a grandmother to me. I am blessed to have her as a part of my life, and she will be greatly missed. I am so sorry for your loss, and please know I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Paul & Diane Webster

September 29, 2013

You were a dear and wonderful friend to our family. We will love and miss you always. We will be remembering your family in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come. Heaven is a better place because you are there with Jesus.

September 29, 2013

Dear Linda, Lea and family:

Words can't express the loss that you feel. Auntie Em was a remarkable lady who was truly loved by us. The many talks I had with her will always be remembered. She was very special. Know that we love you all.
Ken and Roe

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