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Genevieve Hardek Obituary

Hardek, Genevieve W. (nee Smuskiewicz), age 88, beloved wife of the late Adam, devoted mother of James (Judy), Gail (Bill) Hefka, Neal (Colette), Glenn, William (Barbara) and Barry (Dianna), loving grandmother of 14 and great-grandmother of 13. Visitation at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Ave., Worth, Saturday, April 15, 2006, from 3 to 8 p.m. Interment private. Memorial Mass to be announced at a later time. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Victorian Village Alzheimer's Activity Fund, 12600 Renaissance Circle, Homer Glen, IL 60491 appreciated. 708-448-6000.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 13, 2006.

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Shirley Gallagher

June 7, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the entire family in the loss of your dear Mother. I'm sorry I wasn't able to come to her memorial service to personally offer you my condolences and to see you all again.



Your Mom and I had many great chats over the fence on Kolin Ave. and I always enjoyed hearing the family news at Christmas time, over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

earl jandacek

April 17, 2006

Hi, Neal. Was so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It does not seem that long ago that we were playing running bases along the side of your house...and your mom would peek out the window to check for sod damage and noise control. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Earl Jandacek.

Susan Janik

April 14, 2006

To all: I have fond memories of weekly visits with my parents, Eva and Walt, many years ago, playing with all the kids..... and before leaving always receiving some lunchmeat from Uncle Adam. Just a wonderful family. Aunt Gen cared deeply about people,and always had a way to single each person out-making them feel so important. She was also a good and loyal friend to my mom. She will be one greatly missed lady by us all. My deepest condolences and love to the family.

Pat (PCHH Volunteer) Piech

April 14, 2006

She was a very special lady and will be missed deeply. But the love that I saw within this family, will get you threw the hard times. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Mary Pell

April 13, 2006

To the family of Genevieve Hardek I was terribly surprised by her passing. She was a great lady She could put you so much at ease.I didnt see much of her lately but she will be missed My condolences to the family.

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