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George Raphael Obituary

Raphael, George I. beloved husband of Donatella (nee Coari), loving father of Joseph (Patricia), Renee (Jeff) Rehkemper, Odette (Bob) McElroy, and Claudia (Frank) Bongiovanni, loving grandfather of Lauren, Claire, Adele, Stefan, Camille, Anthony, Anita, Donatella, George and Antonino, dear brother of Charles Raphael and Mary (Mario) Piombo, dear uncle of Loretta, Denise and Carla. Funeral Thursday, July 20 at 10:45 a.m. from Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Road--Niles, to St. Paul of the Cross Church. Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment Maryhill. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society appreciated. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Info, 847-581-0536 or www.colonialfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 18, 2006.

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August 10, 2006

Just heard the news that Mr. Raphael passed away. You are in our prayers. With deepest sympathy,

Janice, Katie, Michael & Christopher Brandt

Marge Lannon

July 26, 2006

Dear Dona & Family,

45yrs. ago this kind and most generous gentleman sized my H.S. ring and has been our jeweler ever since. We rejoiced with the birth of his children & he in ours. We are truly blessed to have known such

a fair and honest man. He was a real

"jewel", our thoughts are with you as we remember those 26th St. days of yore. Pat & Marge Lannon

Sandy Millsap

July 22, 2006

Dear Raphael Family,

So sorry to read about George.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have been unable to locate your new store, but I often think about George and how wonderful he was to my family and I. Take care!!Love, Sandy and Dustin Millsap (Sandy Fasano)

Linda Levin

July 20, 2006

Dear Renee, Donatella and Family,

It is a most difficult time for all of us. We are so sorry we cannot be with you right now, but we send our love, prayers and deepest sympathies. Be strong and hold fond memories close to your hearts.

The Levin Family

Marilyn Torres

July 19, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joanne Murawski

July 19, 2006

My deepest sympathy for the loss of you Husband and Father.

Dr. DeBacker's office

Rebecca Robinson

July 19, 2006

My prayers are with you and your family doing the time of your loss.

Dr. DeBacker's office

Nancy Krawczyk

July 19, 2006

My condolensces to the family.

Dr. DeBacker's Office

Michelle Regalado

July 19, 2006

My thoughts and prayes are with you all. Dr. DeBacker's staff

ANGELA COLLINS

July 19, 2006

My thoughts and prayes are with you all. From Dr. DeBacker's office

Alex McKeigue

July 19, 2006

Raphael Family,

We would like to express our condolences for the loss of George. He was a kind and caring man and we are happy to have known him for many years. May God guide and bless you through this time of need. Sam(the Barber)& Graziella Vigneri, Alexandra McKeigue & Family and Annie Kinsley & Family

Marv and Brenda Segal

July 18, 2006

Claudia,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences at this sad time in your family's lives. Our thoughts are with you and we know that your father's memory will be an everlasting blessing to you all.

Liz Frale

July 18, 2006

To The Raphael Family:

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. May your father/grandfather rest in peace.

Joe and Pat Kubelka

July 18, 2006

Dear Joe and Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss and sadness. We'll never forget his kindness to us.

Annette Deiber

July 18, 2006

Joe, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

The Neuman Group Bernie Neuman

July 18, 2006

Our prayers are with you and your family at this time

Loizzo Family

July 18, 2006

Dear Donatella and Family,



Your thoughts are in our prayers. He will be greatly missed. May God give you the strength to get through this period. Remember all the good times.

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

July 18, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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