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Gilbert Kato Obituary

Kato, Gilbert F. Age 80, entered into Heaven April 12, 2014; proud Marine of the Korean War. Beloved and caring husband of Monica (nee Wolf) for 54 years; devoted father of Christopher (Manda) Kato, Margaret (Ron) Lavin, Beth (Lorenzo) Parker, and Glen Kato; most proud and loving grandfather of Samantha, Alexis, Kaitlyn, Madeline, Joseph, and Kevin; loving and caring son of the late Monica and Walter Kato; bond brother-in-law of Ron (April) Wolf, Fred Wolf, AI (Lori) Wolf, William (Karen) Wolf, Margaret (Raul) Patino, Alice and Edd Sekal; special cousin to Sr. Dolores Kazmierczak; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday 10:15 a.m. from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn to St. Linus Church for mass at 11:00 am. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Monday from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. www.thompsonkuensterfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wounded Warrior Project, National Process Center, P.O. Box 758541, Topeka, Kansas 66675. 708-425-0500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 14, 2014.

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Leah and Mike Bezin

April 24, 2014

Please accept our condolences. We will pray for you all.
Leah (Nayder) and Mike

Bill Squires

April 17, 2014

Dear Mrs. Kato, Chris, Margaret, Beth and Glen. It has been a long time, but I will always remember Mr. Kato's calm demeanor, wonderful carpentry skills (I still remember the fort and go-kart he built), and the wonderful smell of pipe tobacco. I wish you all the best during this difficult time. Please accept my condolences.

An old friend

Scott Eigenbauer

April 16, 2014

My sincerest Condolences. Loved seeing Gil at the Family Picnics. Enjoyed our little chats Gil, always a pleasure talking to you. Always had that charming smile and a very kind person. You will be missed.

Barb Wolf

April 14, 2014

Uncle Gil was a kind, sweet man who never sought the spotlight. He quietly went through his life helping others, gently supporting. I loved our conversations in a quiet corner at a party. You always made me feel special, and interesting, and loved. You will be missed... and will be remembered for the love you shared.

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14

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

IL

Apr

15

Funeral

10:15 a.m.

Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home - Oak Lawn

5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Apr

15

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Linus Church

IL

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5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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