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Frank Rago Obituary

Rago, Frank J. age 72, longtime Posen and Midlothian resident, passed away suddenly May 11th, A. U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean War, he had been an Appliance Technician for Sears. Father of Frank K. Rago, Karen (Daniel) Pavilonis and Adreanna Rago, brother of James "Keolher" and the late Joseph Rago, son of the late Lena (nee Calabrese) and Joseph Rago, dear friend and former husband of Dorothy (nee Lewis). Resting at Hickey Memorial Chapel, 4201 W. 147th St., Midlothian on Thursday, May 17, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral services Friday, 10 a.m. Burial Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. 708-385-4478

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 15, 2007.

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Debbie Oliver

May 18, 2007

Dorthy, and kids, Bob and I were so sad to hear about our Uncle Frank. We have alot of great memories with Uncle Frank. Even after I got Married he was a big help with helping Bob fix are washer. Well he's with Dad now. Safely Home. Wish we could have attended the services.. But we were on vacation. Love to all. Bob & Debbie(Greenfield)Oliver

Bill and Nancy Greenfield

May 18, 2007

To the entire Rago family. Nancy and I were so sorry to hear of the death of "Uncle Frank". He had a heart of gold, and will be truly missed. May God Bless him and may perpetual light shine upon him.

Frank Rago and Bill Greenfield At Franks cottage at Bass Lake

Brian Greenfield

May 18, 2007

This is just one of the great times of many that we had at Bass lake Photo Of Frank and My Dad Bill Greenfield There having a beer together right now ,May they rest in peace

Kevin Nedved

May 17, 2007

Our condolences to the entire Rago family on its loss.

Kevin G. Nedved of Nedved Law Partners

Betty &George Stalun

May 16, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Stan & Andrea Czaja

May 16, 2007

To the Rago Family,
I worked with Frank for over 25 years at Sears. He was a kind and caring man who was always willing to help. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Brian Greenfield

May 16, 2007

To The Rago Family you have My deepest sympathy , In your time of lose, your Dad was to us at Bass lake Uncle Frank , He seem to be able to fix anything , and was a Dear friend to my parents, he will be missed By all of us but not forgotten Brian Greenfield & family

Janet Beren

May 16, 2007

Chris, I am very sorry to hear about your Dad. I remember all the football games you shared with him and all the things you thought about and fixed together. If it were'nt for you and him I wouldn't have a working lawnmower, washing machine etc. Sorry for your troubles Janet and Tom

Grant Stoffle

May 16, 2007

To Dorthy and kids , We are deeply sorry to hear of your Dads Passing and your great lose He will be missed by all .Grant & Ellen Stoffle , Dyer Indiana

Randy Egge

May 15, 2007

Karen,
Sorry to hear about your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

ron rago

May 15, 2007

hey guys,iam so sorry to find out about uncle frank,i just read about it in the paper.no one called me.know that me and jeanies thoughts and prayers are with all of you.uncle frank was a good guy!!

Robert Greenfield

May 15, 2007

To the Rago Family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Our parents were good friends and we all had such a great time together, especially at Bass Lake. We will miss him.

With Sympathy,
Robert Greenfield & Family

ED AND MISSY BELL

May 15, 2007

DEAR KAREN, FRANKIE AND ADREANNA,
YOUR DAD WAS A GREAT GUY AND A WONDERFUL FATHER.ALWAYS THERE WHEN YOU NEEDED HIM. A HARD WORKER AND A FUN LOVING MAN.HE WAS ONE OF A KIND.

Christina Bonato

May 15, 2007

Our dads have been friends since before we were born, I can't even remember a time that we didn't know your dad. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. He was a wonderful
friend to my dad and we will all
miss him very much.
The Joe Zaaborac Family

Tony Lofrano

May 15, 2007

We are deeply sympathetic for your loss. Frank was a very dear friend of mine and he will be missed. Tony and Kathy Lofrano

Lois Goldman (Miller)

May 15, 2007

To all of Frank's children my deepest condolences. I can't tell you how many cups of coffee I shared with your dad Frank and my dad Herb Miller at my parents kitchen table in Midlothian; they were such close friends when we were all growing up he will be missed.

Tom Matusek

May 15, 2007

Please accept our sympathies on your Dad's passing.He was a great friend for many years.
Joyce & Tom Matusek

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