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George Buckley Obituary

Buckley, George W. WWII Submarine Veteran, born November 18, 1921, passed away August 18, 2004, beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Lucas), loving father of Nancy (Al) Guido, and Barbara (Garry) Gbur, cherished grandfather of Kim (Marc) Rice, Dawn (Steve) Davis, and Nick (Kari), Terry, and Scott Gbur, great grandfather of Alicia, Kayla and Sydney, brother of Dorothy (Robert) Maginel, Barbara (Robert) O'Conner, the late Robert (Marion) Buckley. Memorial services will be held on August 28th at Hazel Crest Community United Methodist Church, 17050 California, Hazel Crest at 3 p.m. Donations may be made to the Hazel Crest Community United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2004.

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Deirdre O'Connor

August 25, 2004

I want to express how much I loved and admired Uncle Pudgie. I am so greatful that he was in my life and That Siobhan was able to have him in her life as well. I want the family to know that my love and prayers are with you all.



Love Deirdre & Siobhan

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