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Frank Madera Obituary

Madera Sr., Frank G. WWII Army Veteran, beloved husband of Frances (nee Esposito), loving father of Joseph (Eva), Maria Madera, Frank Jr. and Dominic (Karen), dear grandfather of nine and great-grandfather of one, fond brother of Stella (the late Michael) Rizzo, uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday, October 30, 2003, 9:30 a.m. from Szykowny Funeral Home, Ltd., 4901 S. Archer Ave. (one blk. east of Pulaski at Szykowny Blvd.), to St. Bruno Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, Ill. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. For funeral information 773-735-7521

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 28, 2003.

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Linda Madera

October 30, 2003

Dear Auntie Francis & family:

It was so good to see all of you again. It's been too long, I'm just sorry that it had to be under these circumstances. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please keep in touch. Love, Linda

Lisa Mangan-Lopez

October 29, 2003

Aunt Fran & Family,



I am very sorry for your loss.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family at this difficult time. Uncle Frank will be missed dearly.

Joellyn Wold

October 28, 2003

Auntie Fran, I'm very sorry to hear about Uncle Frank. Your in my prayers.



I Love You,



Jo Jo

Rocco Castallante

October 28, 2003

To Maria Madera and Family;

My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this extremely difficult time.

Many condolences at the passing of your beloved father. I hope to stop in at the visitation. I wish your family great strength and resolve now and always. May God shine upon you and keep your father safe forever.

Your Friend

Rocco Castallante

847-593-2738

Laura Wright

October 28, 2003

I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rai Ann Dubrick

October 28, 2003

I am so sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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