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George Polodna Obituary

Polodna, George J. Age 81, US Army Korean War Veteran. Beloved husband for 54 years to Jacqueline, nee Gronkiewicz. Loving father of Garry (Ann) Polodna. Cherished grandfather of Steven and Robert. Dear brother of the late Theodore (late Adeline) Polodna. Fond brother-in-law of the late Thaddeus (Dorothy) Gronkiewicz. Dearest uncle of one nephew and three nieces. Retired from RR Donnelley after 49 years of service. 51 year member of American Legion Russell Square Post # 1006 of Chicago. Long-time member of Lakeside Press Retired Employee Club. Visitation Wednesday, July 13, 2011 from 3-9PM. Funeral Service Thursday, July 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Colonial Chapel 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, 1L. Entombment Good Shepherd Cemetery, Orland Park, IL. Express your thoughts and condolences at www.colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 12, 2011.

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Fred Mark

July 14, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

July 13, 2011

George was one of the greatest guys that I had ever worked with. I had the honor to work with him at RRD,in the early 70`s,thru the mid 80`s. His humor,made working enjoyable! He will be missed

Bob Eierman

July 13, 2011

George, thanks for all the great memories of our frienship, the time we spent together at work, the after work gatherings and just the short visits at our homes.

You'll be greatly missed by many.

God Bless

Tom Richwine

July 13, 2011

George was always a mentor of mine throughout all the years I worked with him at RR Donnelley. We became good friends and he is always a good memory when I think back to those days. He was a Great Man and a pleasure to know. He will be greatly missed

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