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James Gawla Obituary

Gawla, James J. Beloved husband of Jeni (nee Zavala); loving father of James Jr. "Spunky", Larry, Sam, and Joe; devoted son of the late Ziggy and Josie Gawla; dear brother of Sandy (Tony) Migas, Tim (Donna) Gawla, Paula (Dave) Szczepanek and Mickey (Leo) Mennella; fond uncle, great-uncle and godfather of many. Memorial Visitation Monday 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Lawn Funeral Home 7732 W. 159th St. Orland Park. Funeral Info: 708 429-3200

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 12, 2013.

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Donna Kujawa

May 14, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to the Gawla Famiy.

Donna Kujawa

Jack & Sue Fleming

May 13, 2013

To Jim's family,
We're so very, very sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Jack & Sue Fleming

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