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James Knaperek Obituary

Knaperek, James J. Age 85. Loving father of Debbie (Tom), Sandy, Susie (Jerry) and Jimbo; dear grandfather of Vic (Kate), Crystal (Rob), Angela, Anthony (Jen), and James; great-grandfather of Devin, Ezekiel, Caden, Eva and 12 grand-doggers; former husband of the late Diane Knaperek (nee DeVito). Funeral chapel service Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Richard-Midway Funeral Home, 5749 Archer Ave. (corner of Lorel). Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. 773-767-1840. www.richardmidwayfh.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 12, 2017.

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Jen and Dan Grant

April 13, 2017

Sorry for the loss of your dad

Daniel Butryn

April 12, 2017

You were blessed to have a great Dad. Sorry for your loss . Buffy.

Joe Haras

April 12, 2017

Jimbo,my sympathy.sorry couldn't make the service. Worked with your dad quite a few times,Great guy,good ironworker. always had good ideas.God bless

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