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Jack DeSmet Obituary

DeSmet, Jack Dennis 69, passed away due to the complications of cancer on February 10, 2007, beloved husband of Jeanne L. (nee Fountain) whom he married August 14, 1965, loving father of Jeffrey (Michele), Kimberly, Keith (Monique) and Sean (Jennifer), cherished grandfather of Ethan, Zachary, Torin, Kasey, Tessa, Cassandra, Dallas and Dain. Visitation Tuesday, February 13, 2007, 4 p.m. to time of funeral service 8 p.m., at Kisselburg-Wauconda Funeral Home, 235 N. Main St., Wauconda, IL. Interment private at Wauconda Cemetery. Memorials appreciated to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 847-432-2291 or Cancer Research Foundation, 800-968-2873. Funeral info: 847-526-2115.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 12, 2007.

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Char(Pussycat) Korcz

February 16, 2007

Jack was a cb friend I never got to know very well, but his jokes and stories were always a welcome addition to our infrequent group get togethers. He will be missed by us all.

Howie Poulter

February 12, 2007

Jack will be surely missed by his collegues,and friends he was a genuine person who always gave his best and added a smile to boot. In the 30+ years I have known Jack as a friend and customer, I enjoyed every conversation we had. Peace be with you and your family my friend.

Perry Anderson

February 12, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies. Jack's great humor and comaraderie will be missed on the golf course by me and all of his golf league members.

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