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Glenn Tews Obituary

Tews, Glenn F.

Glenn F. Tews, passed away November 30,2023 at the age of 87, late of Homewood. He was preceded in death by his parents Gustave and Frieda nee Tylk Tews and his brother Bruce Tews. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Ann nee Kiefner. Loving father of Susan and Fran Tews. Grandfather of Elizabeth Jung nee Ekstrom, Anna and Matthew Heyne. Great grandfather of Alexis and Annika Jung. Glenn is resting at the Tews-Ryan Funeral Home 18230 Dixie Highway in Homewood. For additional information contact tews-ryanfh.com or call 708-798-5300. In Lieu of flowers, consider a gift to the Homewood Fire Department.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 3, 2023.

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Bridget Pawlak

December 14, 2023

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. We love Anna like family and your loss is our loss. Wishing you strength for today and hope for tomorrow. In His Arms, The Baker-Pawlak Family

December 9, 2023

Best and forever loved Papa and Grandpapa!

Elizabeth Jung

December 8, 2023

Best Papa and Grandpapa ever!! Papa you are truly missed and will be forever loved by many!

The best Papa and Grandpapa ever we love you and you´re truly missed by many and you will never be forgotten! Fly free and now you can say you have flown in every way!

Elizabeth Jung

December 8, 2023

The best Papa and Grandpapa ever we love you and you’re truly missed by many and you will never be forgotten! Fly free and now you can say you have flown in every way!

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