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Gus Kay Obituary
Kay, Gus C. "Katsikas" age 80, WWII Navy Veteran and survivor of the USS Indianapolis. Beloved husband of Beatrice (nee Kakaletris), devoted and cherished father of Elizabeth (Martin) Murray and Diana (George) Anton, fond grandfather of Alexandra, Nickolas, Connor, Madelaine and Gus, dearest brother of Chris (Bess) and the late John (Bess) and the late Peter (Virginia) Katsikas, dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend to many. Gus has been a resident of Elmwood Park for over 35 years and was a Cook County Deputy Sheriff until he retired. Funeral Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., from Salerno's Galewood Chapels, 1857 N. Harlem Ave., to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1017 N. LaSalle, Chicago, for funeral service 10:30 a.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, from 3 to 9 p.m. Arrangement by Hellenic Funeral Service (Nicholas M. Pishos Funeral Director) 773-745-1333. 
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Peter Tameling
May 31, 2007
Aunt bee this is peter (amanda's boyfriend) I'm so sorry and will always remember uncle gus for his service to our counrty.
Lorraine Daniels
May 29, 2007
Bea and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
April 15, 2007
Georgia Ramsden
May 29, 2007
Bea, Our Deepest Sympathies to you & your family. We will hold very fond memories of Gus in our Hearts always & forever. With Great Love & Respect. Stelios & Antonia Sakelaris Family.
Ted & Joyce Callis
May 29, 2007
May God comfort you at this most difficult time in your life. Hold close to your heart all the wonderfuld memories that Gus has given to all of you. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
James
May 28, 2007
"...for those in peril on the sea."
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