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Jack Engstrom Obituary

Engstrom, Jack R. 78, of Alsip, passed away December 30, 2004, beloved husband of Shirley (nee Shaults), loving father of Marilynn (Terry) Gibbons, John R. (Donnajean) Engstrom, fond grandfather of Matt, Terry, Scott, Christy Gibbons, and John and Clinton Engstrom, fond great grandfather of Nathan Gibbons, dear brother to Virginia (Charles) Molitor, fond uncle of many loving nieces and nephews. Memorial services Saturday, 11 a.m. at the Calvary Lutheran Church, 11249 S. Spaulding Ave., Chicago, IL, 60655. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Calvary Lutheran Church, 11249 S. Spaulding Ave. would be appreciated. Heritage Cremation. Info., 800-936-1414.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 7, 2005.

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Rich Curtis

January 8, 2005

Marilynn, John, Mrs. Engstrom My thoughts and prayers are with you over the loss of your Father....

From a old friend

roberta doolan

January 7, 2005

Shirley, Jack was like a second father to me and a second grandfather to my kids, his memory will live on and on. Words cannot express my sympathy for you and family. Love you all

Ray and Ann Kubiak

January 7, 2005

Our deepest condolences to Shirley, Marilynn and John and families.



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