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Henry Zurek Obituary

Zurek, Henry A. age 89, late of Hegewisch, beloved husband of the late Olga (nee Maravich), loving father of Jade (Neil) Mathisen, Roy and the late James Zurek, dearest brother of Helen (late Steve) Jablonski, late Edna (late Walter) Betczynski, late Jean (late Larry) Boho, and the late Edward Zurek, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Veteran of WWII. Retired employee of RR Donnelly Co. Member of St. Bronislava Holy Name Society and Senior Citizens. Visitation Friday, 2 to 8 p.m. Funeral Services Saturday, November 22, 2008, at 9:15 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 South Ewing Ave., Chicago, to St. Bronislava Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Cremation private. Please omit flowers. 773-731-2749.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 20, 2008.

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Harold Hanley

November 14, 2023

May Henry continue to RIP. May he always be remembered for all he meant to his family and friends everywhere he went.

Rich and Kathy Arteaga

November 16, 2019

We feel your loss . All our Love Prayers And RESPECT RICH AND KATHY ARTEAGA.

Sue Splinter-Lessen

November 21, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Henry was a treasure and will be missed.
Theresa Szalacinski & Sue Splinter Lessen

Harold Hanley

November 20, 2008

To the family of Henry Zurek, I wish to express my deepest condolences on the loss of their father/brother/friend and that he will be in our prayers on this day. He will be missed by the many who knew him who will treasure his memory. May he rest easy in the knowledge of those he helped guide through their lives as an example to all. God Bless Him.

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