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James Effner Obituary

Effner Sr., James R. age 70, of Glen Ellyn, beloved husband of Sally A. (nee Wolff), dear father of Susan (James) Scruggs, Randall (Donna), Robert Sr. (Karen), Mary (David) Kocourek and James R. (Lynn), grandfather of Kevin, Shannon, Kelly, Lloyd, T.J., Jake, Kyle, Ryan, Bobby, Stephanie, Megan, Brittney, Briana and Bryce, only son of the late Lloyd and Alma, many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Lying in State Friday, 11:30 a.m., until time of service 12:30 p.m., at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 215 S. Lincoln, Lombard, 60148. Interment private. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. John's Ev. Lutheran School. Info., 888-629-0094. Sign Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 11, 2001.

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Carole & Tom Gionta

October 12, 2001

Dear Mary, Dave, Kyle, Ryan, Stephaine and Family

May loving memories of Jim bring you comfort and peace. Our prayers are with you. God Bless.

Love, Tom and Carole

Cheryl Ayers

October 11, 2001

Sue,

I was talking to Jim Pilmer today and he told me that your father passed away. Even though I have not seen you for awhile, just wanted you to know that you have our condolences. Please tell Jim hi.

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