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Geri Janssen Obituary

Janssen, Geri M. 72, of Orland Park, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015. Loving mother of Dawn Spala and Scott Jannush; dear Nana of Corey Spala; sister of Nancy (Robert) Marovich, Judy Maveety and Jeff (Joyce) Atkinson; aunt, great-aunt and friend to many. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 2, 2015 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of memorial service at 1:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7800 W McCarthy Rd., Palos Heights, IL 60463. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to www.usoofillinois.org/midway.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 29, 2015.

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Nancy Marovich

August 7, 2015

My beautiful, dear sister was taken from our family too soon. We are all grieving our loss big time. Trying to understand the "why". You are missed everyday. You are loved by many. I will truly miss being with you. You will always be in my heart.

Gerry Uzzardo

August 6, 2015

My dear friend, Geri, I will miss you and your effervescent personality. We have been friends for forty-five years and I can't imagine you not being here to light up my life. Dear friend , May you rest in peace in paradise your so truly deserve, until we meet again. With Love and Sorrow, Gerry Uzzardo

Laura Uzzardo

July 30, 2015

Geri was a shining light where ever she went. We loved her at Cross of Glory Lutheran Church. She attended many of our women's events, singles group, and book club. And her love for Casa de los angeles was amazing. A gift from God she was to all who knew her.

Rosa & Carmen Passi

July 29, 2015

Geri will be missed by all who knew her, her great vitality. enthusiasm..and her giving nature. May she RIP!

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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

7800 W McCarthy Rd., Palos Heights, IL

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Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

7800 W McCarthy Rd., Palos Heights, IL

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