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FRANK PODBIELNIAK Obituary

Podbielniak, Frank J. Age 77 of Blue Island, Army Vet. Owner of Frank's Pizza, Dixmoor. Mother of his children, Arlene; beloved companion of Sue Stolz; loving father of Mary Ann Jackson, Lorie Warszalek, Frank Jr., Joe, Denise and Wendy Podbielniak; also children of Sue, Bill and Jim Stolz; dearest grandfather of 9; great-grandfather of 5; loving brother of Mary Ann, Sophie and Margaret. Member of Blue Island Knights of Columbus #1366 In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Foundation. Chapel Prayers Thursday, June 18th 9:30 a.m. at Adduci-Zimny Funeral Home, 14522 S. Western Ave., Posen, to St. Stanislaus Church for l0:00 a.m. Mass of the Christian Burial. Cremation Private. Visitaion Wednesday 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. 708-385-0634.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 16, 2015.

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Marc Rekasis

June 26, 2015

My condolences to all of Frank's children and family. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God bless!!!

June 23, 2015

Dearest Sue and the entire Podbielniak family,

I am terribly saddened to hear of your loss. My memories of Uncle Frank are cherished and will live on forever. He was a wonderfully loving man and left behind a true legacy.

My deepest condolences,

Marc Singletary

Rich Schupek

June 21, 2015

Deepest Sympathies to Frank's family...Lots of good memories of hanging out at the old Franks Pizza

Kathy Barry Hughes

June 20, 2015

Rest in peace my dearest Uncle Frank, I will always treasure the love you had for me .... with deepest sympathy for your family .... Kathy and Barry Hughes

Andy Minas

June 19, 2015

My condolences to Frank Jr and the rest of Franks children. I worked for Frank at Franks Pizza for several years while putting myself through college. I will never forget those great times and Frank and his mom and Kay Powers working the kitchen. Playing Bocce ball and horse shoes and just generally having a great time. It never seemed like work, just like a big family affair having fun and keeping things light and easy. I also recall having our pre south side irish parade party and breakfasts in the back garage. To Frank Jr, had a great time playing on the teams with you as well.

Roger Grabinski

June 18, 2015

Rest in peace Frank

Nora veglio

June 18, 2015

So sorry for your loss

Ron and Debbie Morin

June 17, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers to the family during this time of sorrow. So many memories of a good man.

June 17, 2015

I always called Frank's Pizza, the ultimate sports bar-sand volleyball, shoes, bocce, pool table, and a clubhouse (many parties). Frank always had the best pizza. My condolences to all the immediate family and Suzy, whom my wife, Karen and I enjoyed working with at ADP. Ed Mulvihill

June 17, 2015

To our dear friend Sue, children and family. On behalf of Charlie & myself our deepest sympathy go out to you all. My he rest in peace.
Sincere condolences, Larissa Lovato-Hoch

Chris Connors

June 17, 2015

Our deepest prayers for all the family during this difficult time.
-Blue Island Police Department Detective Division

Ed Rafalski

June 17, 2015

My deepest Sympathy. Ed Rafalski (Bauer Buick)

Mike and Kathy Novak

June 17, 2015

Prayers are going out to you and your family.

June 17, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. Keeping you & and all the hearts that are broken in my prayers and thoughts. I'm at a loss for words but can't help but think of all the lives he has touched in a loving way. God bless you all, You are in my prayers. May the good memories be yours to share always.
Susie Truschka Hasbun

lynda & Gene

June 16, 2015

MaryAnn, keeping you and your family close in heart and prayer for the loss of your father.

with deepest sympathy
Lynda & Gene

Russ Siedlecki

June 16, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Frank and your family.

David Lannan

June 16, 2015

My prayers are with the Family and Friends of Frank...Please accept my sincere condolences at your time of grief..

Kelly Moser

June 16, 2015

What a wonderful man.
Who is greatly loved and will be greatly missed
Hugs love and prayers to the entire family.

Neal Valente

June 16, 2015

You will be missed by your many friends. Your legacy lives on with your children. God bless you Frank, job well done, cheers.

Rafael Esparza n family

June 16, 2015

My deepest condolences to the podbielniak family. Frank was a great friend,cook , hard working father. May he RIP. Will miss u Mr..

Mark and Tim Mielke

June 16, 2015

Uncle Frank we will miss you. You were always there for us. Best uncle ever and pizza too. Love you always. Our thoughts and prayers are with our cousins and family. Love you guys.

John Novy

June 16, 2015

to the family of Frank , Big John here please accept my deepest sympathy your father was a great manit was my pleasure to have known him and all of you children and Sue. it was also a pleasure to work with Arlene at modern drop forge, and recently have been working with Wendy through the transportation program for high school,knowing Frank Jr ,playing on the pool leagues with Lori and Joey. he will definitely be missed I will say a prayer for your family. with sympathy Big John

June 16, 2015

Dear Family and Friends. I was so sad to read that Frank has passed. He was a long time client and friend and also made the best pizza. He will surely be missed by so many. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Dorothy Kennedy

Frank Podbielniak

June 16, 2015

Dad,
I will miss your laughter and the warmth that you provided for me/us. Your integrity, love, kindness and devotion to your family will always be in my heart and mind. Your children were always first. We will keep you proud and keep the pizza's coming.
Your Loving Son,
Frankie Jr.

John and Diana Zmuda

June 16, 2015

Our deepest sympathy prayers for all the family and God's blessings for peace of mind during this most difficult time.

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14522 S Western Avenue, Posen, IL 60469

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14522 S Western Avenue, Posen, IL 60469

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Mass of Christian Burial

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