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Berger, George W. age 91, Veteran Korean Conflict, beloved husband of Connie M. (nee Champlin), loving father of Michael J. (Patricia) and Peggy M. (James) McFarland, dear grandfather of Michael S. (Nicole), Martin, David, Sarah and the late Brian Keith, great-grandfather of Ava and Connor. Fond brother of the late John, Mary Pagel, Harry, Otto, Rose Tempel, Frank, Theresa and Joseph, uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of St. Nicholas of Tolentine and St. Augustine H.N.S. and Usher's, Jolly Nick's, St. Augustine Goldenagers, Former Assistant Cubmaster St. Augustine Pack #3480 and longtime manager of Cub's Back of the Yards Little League Team. Funeral Prayers Thursday, April 30th 9:30 a.m. from Zimmerman & Sandeman Funeral Homes, 5200 W. 95th St, Oak Lawn, to St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials to Memorial and Honor Program, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or American Cancer Society or American Cancer Society, 225 N Michigan Ave # 1200, Chicago, IL 60601. Funeral arrangements by Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, Inc. Info 708-424-0340. 
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Memories and Condolences
for George Berger
Maribeth Reinert
August 12, 2009
Dear Connie, Mike and Peggy
I just found out about George's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Our loss is cause for heaven's celebration as heaven became a nicer place with his arrival. I keep you all in my prayers.
Marilou Heinen
August 11, 2009
Mrs. Berger, Peggy & Mike:
Was very sorry to hear of your loss. I just found out about it. I'm sure that he's in heaven after giving so much of himself to the kids! I will keep you all in my prayers.
Betty Reilly
August 11, 2009
Dear Mrs Berger, Mike & Peggy
I just found out about the passing of Mr Berger and wanted to extend my very deepest sympathy. Every time I think about St. A's I think about both of you along with many many others....all good memories.
My prayers are with you and all of your family.
Betty (Heinen) Reilly
John Dyrkacz
May 4, 2009
Dear Mrs. Berger & Peggy,
You have my deepest sympathy. I will always remember the great times we all shared together and my short time coaching with Mr. Berger
Dave Zalewski
April 29, 2009
With deepest sympathy and good memories, May what you shared be only the beginning of a wonderful eternity
David Groeller
April 28, 2009
Dear Mrs. Berger, Mike/Pat and Peggy,
My sympathy to you on the death of Mr. Berger. He was a kind and gentle man who helped many people. I have fond memories of him.
Joe and Pam Wagner
April 28, 2009
Dear Peggy and family -- we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
Love, Joe and Pam
Mimi Johnstone
April 28, 2009
Dear Berger Family, I am so saddened by the death of my dear Uncle George. I have VERY fond memories of my time spent with him when I visited as a child and will remember him always. I love all of you very much and I am very sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there now but I will plan to visit soon. Love Mimi & Tom
Carmen/Rosa Passi
April 28, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathy..
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