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James Garippo Obituary

Garippo, James Nick suddenly, age 36, always with Christ, beloved son of Louis and Colette (Jordan) Garippo, dear brother of Ellen, Thomas (Christy) and Mary (David Griffin), loving uncle of Ryan and Arlen Garippo. Funeral Tuesday, 9 a.m. from Smith- Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., to our Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Glenview. Mass at 10 a.m. Visitation Monday, 2 to 9 p.m. Infor., 773-736-3833. Donations to Port Ministries, 5013 S. Hermitage, Chicago, IL. 60609. 773-778-5955.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 12 to Aug. 14, 2001.

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Janessa

August 14, 2001

Jim was one of the kindest people there was at OLPH in Glenview. 25 years later, I still recall his smile. He smiles with our Jesus now.

Jean and Carmen Scavotto

August 14, 2001

We were saddened to hear about Jim. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Karen Kennedy

August 14, 2001

We only knew you for a short time - the wedding of your sister Mary and David Griffin - but we remember your warm smile and friendliness towards us. Our sympathy to all and God keep you in his care.

Bill and Karen Kennedy - Enfield, Ct.

Bill Taupier

August 14, 2001

My deepest and sincerest sympathies to the Garippo family in their time of need. God be with you.

Ann and Tom LoVoi

August 14, 2001

We were shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's untimely passing. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences are offered to his family. You are all in our prayers.

Sincerely, Ann and Tom LoVoi

Traci Warr

August 13, 2001

Jimmie will be dearly missed. He was the nicest person that I knew, and it was a pleasure to work with him at the Arbitration Center. My blessing goes out to his family.

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