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Helen Sawin Obituary

Sawin, Helen D. (nee Perach), age 76, late of Lockport, peacefully Sunday, October 30, 2011 at home surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Chicago, lifelong area resident. Preceded in death by her husband Newton, a grandson Jeffery Selmeister, her parents, brothers and sisters. Survived by her children Joseph (Cheryl), Donald, Annette (George, deceased) Selmeister and John (Gail), many grandchildren and great grandchildren, brothers and sisters. In lieu of flowers memorials to The American Heart Association or The American Lung Association would be appreciated. Funeral services will be held Thursday 10:00 am in the O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 1105 E. 9TH (159TH ST.) LOCKPORT, with Deacon Rob Weierman officiating. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park. Visitation Wednesday 4:00pm to 8:00 pm.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 1, 2011.

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December 31, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of my Aunt. I didn't know. She was a wonderful person.

Love Patty(Johnson)

Holli Harrison

November 2, 2011

My condolances

American Heart Association

November 1, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Dolores Wallenberg

November 1, 2011

My deepest sympathy

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