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Irene Polakowski Obituary

Polakowski, Irene (nee Laskowski) Passed away June 29, 2014. Beloved wife of Raymond; loving mother of Diane (Peter) Eberle, Ray and Linda, and the late Karen; cherished Nani of Brion, Bridget, Kim, David, Jeremy, Rachel, Megan and Matthew; great-grandmother of four; fond aunt. Irene fought 12 years with acceptance of her treatment and illness without complaint. Visit Wednesday 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home, 2819 S. Archer Ave. Family and friends may gather at St. Barbara Church, 2859 S. Throop St., Thursday for Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 312-842-0288.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 1 to Jul. 2, 2014.

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Chris Ryndak

July 4, 2014

Rest in peace.

D Chandler

July 2, 2014

My sincere sympathies to the Polakowski family.May the loved that you've shared along with the memories that you've made bring you comfort during your time of need. Eccl 9:5,10

Laura Sheran

July 2, 2014

SHE IS AT PEACE,GOD REST HER SOUL,NO MORE SORROW OR PAIN,SHE HAS TAKEN HER PLACE WITH THE LORD.

Kathleen Flynn-De. Leon

July 1, 2014

So sorry for your loss, your family will be in my prayers.

Kathleen Flynn-De. Leon

July 1, 2014

So sorry for your loss, your family will be in my prayers.

Mary Puente

July 1, 2014

Diane,
Sending my thoughts and prayers to your family during this difficult time. Your mom was a strong and determined woman who never gave up on life. She is resting and happy now in the light of Heaven, and will be a guardian angel to her beloved family.

Amy & Eric Moree

July 1, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!!

Bob and Linda Crusing

July 1, 2014

Kim, Please accept our condolences on the loss of your Grandmother. Our prayers go out to all the Polakowski Family.

Al & Lynette Castellano

July 1, 2014

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your loving wife, Mother, and Grandmother, Irene. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of need. She will be truly missed.

Rose Leodoro

July 1, 2014

Ma 'B' you are truly missed and loved, not only by your family, but by all whose lives you have touched. Safe Journey and celebrate reuniting with all your loved ones who have passed before you, especially Karen!
Love

Sandy Janeteas

July 1, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

RAYMOND KRUPA

June 30, 2014

I HAVE KNOWN THE POLAKOWSKI FAMILY SINCE MY DAYS TEACHING AT ST. BARBARA HIGH SCHOOL. REMEMBERING THE TIMES I SPENT VISITING WITH IRENE AND RAY AT THEIR HOME,GOING OUT FOR DINNER, OR ON VACATION WITH THEM. IRENE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY HER FAMILY, NEIGHBORS, AND THE COMMUNITY OF BRIDGEPORT, AND ME. LOVE, RAYMOND R. KRUPA

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