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Geraldine Lauing Obituary

Lauing, Geraldine Lynn (nee: Brzozowski), loving mother of Michelle, Kari and Holly Lauing. loving Nana of Dylan Curry, beloved partner of David Paulin, loving daughter of the late Emil and Shirley Brzozowski, dear sister of Shirley (the late Stanley) Matuszczak, Matthew (Rodica) Brzozowski, Thomas (the late Christina) Brzozowski, Frances (Dennis) Prowicz, Susan Annoreno, Joseph (Patricia) Brzozowski, Barbara Brzozowski, Dori (Bill) Fezzuoglio, dear aunt and great aunt of many nieces and nephews Funeral Friday, 8:30 a.m., at Salerno's Galewood Chapels, 1857 N. Harlem Ave., Chicago, to St. Cyprian Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. For info (773) 889-1700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 19, 2007.

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Steve harmon

November 28, 2007

Sorry for your loss. Geri was a good friend of ours growing up in the neighborhood of Roscoe Levitt. again sorry for your loss.

Shell

November 15, 2007

Mama,

I can't even begin to tell you how bad my heart aches, people say time will heal everything for me time that passes makes it worse for I miss you more and more everyday. Who knew life would of thrown us this curve ball. I just want you to know how much I cherish and adore you and through out every decision and every moment of my life I will have you threre with me in my heart. No one in this world could ever replace you Mom and no one ever will. See you in heaven, tell Gram to save me some Chicken!!! With Love & Peace your 1st born

sandi harmon

November 1, 2007

dear brozowski family~i just heard of the lost of geri, my heart goes out to all of you, i had not seen her in years,which was a shame, but i'm sorry for your lost. sandi kearney

Laura Gerambia

October 24, 2007

Lauing family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

-Gerambia Family

Melissa Rodde

October 3, 2007

Dear Michele and Family,
I just heard about your mom. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Tina Coffaro

September 30, 2007

Dear Kari,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother! Please know you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts!
love, Tina Coffaro

Kimberly Plasencia (Jones)

September 25, 2007

Michelle, Kari and Holly,

I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a great person and will missed. If there is anything you need please let me know.

Katie Jones

September 25, 2007

Holly, Kari & Michelle,

I cannot begin to explain how sorry I am to hear about your loss. Geri was a great person, and she will be deeply missed. No matter how long it has been... my family and I will never forget your mom or you guys. If any of you need anything, and I stress anything, please just let me know. My house number is still the same, and I still live in the same place. Please, if there is anything I can do, or even if you just need someone to talk to do not hesitate to call.

Dan Matuszczak

September 24, 2007

Dear Michelle, Keri and Holly
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She will be deeply missed by all. We will always remember all the good times we had growing up with her as our Aunt. We are very sorry we couldn't make it up for the services but our prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Love Dan Matuszczak & Family

Mary Beth Logan

September 21, 2007

Thinking of you at this time of sorrow and wishing you God's peace.

Barbara Amos

September 20, 2007

To Michelle, Kari and Holly, Try to remember all the good times so the pain of your mother being gone will lessen as time goes by. She was a terrific lady. Her passing has left a big hole in our world. Sincerely, Heather's mom

Dris Taylor

September 20, 2007

To Geri's Family,
I remember Geri from a long time ago(grade school). She was good friends with my sister Brenda (Birdie). My sister and I have been talking tonite, just remembering what a good person and friend she was. What fun times we had! She will be missed....very much. My sincere condelences.
Dris (Dixon) Taylor

James Mikan

September 20, 2007

My deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family. May you keep all the good times in your hearts and memories.

charlotte McGue

September 20, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Linda Lagon

September 20, 2007

Geri you will never know how much we are all going to miss you. We love you so much. I only wish we could have told you more often.

The "Paulin" Family

Betty Trujillo

September 20, 2007

Kari:
My condolences to you and your family. I know what a difficult time this is for you. About the best lesson anyone can get from this situation is to learn to be forgiving and loving to everyone in our lives and be grateful for each day we have them in our lives. My heart aches for your loss. Take good care of yourself and your family

Cathi Pawlak

September 19, 2007

Dear Michele and Family,
I no how extremely difficult it is for you and your family. I wish I could take away your pain! Unfortunately, my thoughts and prayers are all I can offer. May you all find peace.

Susan Rochford

September 19, 2007

Kari and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. This is a very difficult time for all of you. The Lord will never give you more than yo ucan handle. Hard to understand sometimes as I know this first hand. There is a reason for everything.
Kari I am here for you anytime and anywhere. I love you with all of my heart.

Love and lots of hugs,
Susan

Celeste Tobey (Petersen)

September 19, 2007

Michelle and family,

I am so saddened by your loss. Your mom was a wonderful person and will be missed by everyone that knew her. Please let me know if you need anything, anything at all.

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jessica Flores

September 19, 2007

Family and Friends,

I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love,

Jess

Alex Giambrone

September 19, 2007

May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish

your family is in my thoughts and prayers and you have my deepest condolences

Debbie Pasciak (Meidel)

September 19, 2007

I am so sad to learn of Geri's death. What a shame to have her life cut so short.

My heart goes out to the entire family.

Sincerely,

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