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Gerard Niles Obituary
Niles, Gerard A. "Big Guy" U.S. Navy WWII Veteran, beloved husband of the late Dolores (nee O'Reilly), loving father of Patricia (Michael) Ferraro, James, Gerard (FieFie) and Jeffrey (Kathleen), proud grandfather of Michael, Jessica and Anthony Ferraro and Teresa Niles, dear brother of Patricia Miller, Roger (Lois) and Jack (Barbara), fond uncle and friend to many. Retired employee of Continental Insurance Co. Member of V.F.W. Post #5220. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Hills Funeral Home, Ltd., 10201 S. Roberts Rd. (8000 W.), Palos Hills. Funeral Friday, beginning 9:15 a.m., at the FH, to St. Patricia Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Info: 708-598-5880To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Stuart Laramore
May 23, 2006
Jeff & Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. We're all thinking about you and your family during this tough time. Stu Laramore
Rosemary VAVRA
May 23, 2006
Dear Patti and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Please let me know if I can do anything.
Rosemary (Hoffman) Vavra
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