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George Rickord Obituary

Rickord, George A. 73 years, formerly of West Pullman, Lombard and Crestwood, passed away on November 17, 2008, beloved husband of Loretta (nee Oblak), devoted father of Donna (Bryan) Johnson, Daniel (Dina) Rickord, Robert (Cheryl) Rickord, fond grandfather of Michael, Steven, Ryan, Jared, Heather, Hope and the late Joey, son of the late John and Marguerite Rickord, son-in-law of the late Joseph and Mary Oblak, brother of the late John (Mitzie) Rickord, Jean (the late Edward) Stewart, Mary Lou (James) Kelly, Jim (Erma) Rickord, brother-in-law of the late James Oblak, brother of the late John (Mitzie) Rickord, brother-in-law of the late James Oblak, uncle of many nieces and nephews. He will be remembered for using two expression, KEEP THE FAITH and GOSPEL TRUTH. Funeral Thursday, 10:30 a.m., from the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th St., Crestwood, to Incarnation Church for 11 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Retired from Founders Bank. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Cancer Society, would be appreciated. 708-824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 18, 2008.

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Gale Tribuzio

December 3, 2008

Bob,Cheryl and family,

My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. Sorry I was unable to attend the service, but know that my thoughts were with you.

Linda Buczko

November 18, 2008

Dear Rickords,
I'm so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband, father & grandpa. Mr. Rickord will sure be missed. What a kind and gentle man he was! We'll never forget how he sank 4 bean bags in a row to win the game!! He'll sure be watching over you from Heaven!
All our love, Linda & Mark

Christ the King School

November 18, 2008

Bob, Cheryl and Family-
Our condolences and deepest sympathies. As always, our prayers are with you.
Your Friends at Christ The King School.

Valarie Kozuch

November 18, 2008

Dear Lorrie, I'm very sorry to hear about George. Due to circumstances I cannot attend the wake or funeral. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Valarie Kozuch

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November 18, 2008

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