Jania, James C. Beloved husband and best friend of Kathleen (nee King); loving father of Geoffrey (Mary), Gregory (Wendy) and Christopher (Jennifer) Jania; cherished grandfather of Sara, Shannon, Alec, Olivia, Grace, Jack and Emma; dear son of Dolores and the late Casey Jania; dearest brother of Richard (Susan) Jania, Timothy (Cindy) Jania and Janet Collins; devoted son-in-law of Lorraine King; fond brother-in-law and uncle to many. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 9:00 a.m. from Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Road (5500W) to St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel at 7740 S. Western Ave. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Rita of Cascia High School, 7740 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60620 would be appreciated. Funeral info: 708-636-2320.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 30, 2014.

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Ray & Dee Hutton

December 31, 2014

Deepest sympathy to the family of Jim Jania, we were fellow employees who knew and worked with Jim. He was always nice, polite and a kind man. RIP Jim

December 30, 2014

Heaven's gained a new Angel. My Deepest Sympathy to The Jania family. Jim was always a class-act kind of guy. Always drove a nice car. Was a blessing to everyone who knew him. He is in a much better place. Sheryl Fischer McHenry Il.

December 30, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family of Jim Jania. I had the pleasure of working with Jim for many years. Truly, one of the nicest people I have ever known. God Bless.You will always have a special place in my heart.

December 30, 2014

Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of you loved one. There is another angel in heaven. I knew Jim way back in the 6o's. Definitely on of the nicest people I ever knew. God bless all of you at this difficult time.

Peggy Link

December 30, 2014

Sorry for your loss Dania your in my prayers

Henry Piejko

December 30, 2014

I had the great honor of knowing Jim as a cousin through marriage to my dear cousin Kathy. Jim was always kind supportive and a true friend. Jim and Kathy raised three exceptional men. God Bless to his family!! Henry Piejko & David Jankovich

Ed and Judy Szymanek

December 30, 2014

Rest in peace dear frind, what you went through these past few years you desreve to be up there with The Big Guy. You will be missed by everyone.

Mike Chovancak

December 30, 2014

God Bless Jim and the Jania family during this time. Jim was always a great role model for me and his brothers/sister growing up...may God welcome Jim in His loving hands. Mike Chovancak

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December 30, 2014

Our condolences to the family of Mr. Jania. God's word is very comforting during this time. Rev.22:3-5

Bruce Ingram

December 30, 2014

I was very saddened to hear the news of Mr. Jania's passing. I have fond memories of time spent with him, especially his laugh. I was fortunate to have been a part of many golf outings and family gatherings. Heather and I would like to express our deepest condolences.

Bob and Bev Evans

December 29, 2014

I enjoyed working with Jim in the teller area and other departments at Talman. We wish the family our sympathies and we pray for healing and peace

Paul Hickey

December 29, 2014

I had the opportunity to work with Jim at Talman. I shall always remember the day-to-day pleasantries he exchanged with so many of us, making it a great work culture.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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