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James Lenski Obituary

Lenski, James A. age 75, beloved husband of Patricia (nee Salmon), loving father of Ellen (Jim) Tomasello, James S., Lawrence (Dina), Gregory (Linda), Katie (Keith) Hammerberg and Linda (Edward) Gilger, dear grandfather of Joe and Amy Tomasello, Laura, Lisa, Julie and Mark Lenski, Andrew and Casey Lenski, January, Logan and Gretchen Hammerberg, fond brother of Brigadier General Albert (Bettye), Robert, John (Nancy) and the late Lawrence (Barbara). Funeral services Saturday, 9:30 a.m. from Tohle Funeral Home, 4325 W. Lawrence Ave. at Lowell, to St. Edward Church, Mass 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Edward Youth Club, or masses appreciated. Visitation Friday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. 773-685- 4400. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 4, 2002.

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Mike Ziegler

October 9, 2002

I was very sad to learn that Jim past away. As a young engineer at Barton-Aschman he helped me out on more than one occasion. He was a good engineer and father. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family.



Mike Ziegler

Ryan Ruiz

October 4, 2002

With deep sorrow on your loss.

Juan Cifuentes

October 4, 2002

With deep sympathy on your loss.

Jim Mullins

October 4, 2002

With deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. We shall remember him in our prayers. A memorial mass will be offered at the Cathedral of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in rememberance of James Lenski.

Joe Mendicino

October 4, 2002

With Deep Sympathy on the passing of your father.

Russell Koch

October 4, 2002

Dear Pat & Family,



I was saddened to learn about Jim's death. My wife saw his death notice in the Tribune on Friday morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



Sincerely,



Russell Koch

Jan, Mary, Carol & Teresa UPS

October 4, 2002

The UPS I.S. department offers our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Richard and Donna Velinski

October 4, 2002

We would like to express our deepest sorrows in the death of your father. We apologize that we will be unable to attend the wake or funeral due to prior obligations but wanted to tell all of you that we will be thinking of you at this sad time. Please take care. Love, Richard and Donna Velinski

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