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Henry Soltysinski Obituary

Soltysinski Jr., Henry M.

Henry M. Soltysinski Jr., age 62, lifelong of the Southeast Side, passed away December 10, 2020. Beloved husband of Catherine "Cathy" (nee Harmon) for 36 years. Loving father and best friend of William "Bill" Soltysinski. Devoted son of Jacqueline (nee Kompare) and the late Henry M. Soltysinski Sr. Dearest brother of Susan (Eric) Tomasson. Dear son-in-law of Judith (late Karl) Harmon. Fond brother-in-law of Chris (Paul) Wisniewski, Cheryl (Dan) Nawrocki and Suzanne Harmon. Loving uncle of 7 and adored great uncle of 3. Henry was a proud graduate of Purdue University and John Marshall Law School. He was an attorney with the Office of the Inspector General and loved his Chicago Cubs and Chicago Blackhawks. He also loved his canine friends and always wanted to help any animals in need. Visitation Wednesday, December 16, 2020 from 9am until time of funeral services at 11am at Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the South Suburban Humane Society of Chicago Heights in Henry's name would be appreciated. 773-731-2749 www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 13, 2020.

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William Tropper

September 20, 2021

My condolences to Henry´s family and friends. I became friends with Henry in grade school and we went to the same High School. It was an honor and privilege to have known him.

Kimberly Anthony

May 10, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
I'm so sorry for your loss Big Henry was a treat to work with.

Stanley Szostek

December 13, 2020

May we keep our cherished memories .
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