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James Link Obituary
Link, James P. 73, of Mt. Prospect for 41 years, beloved husband of Barbara (nee Skowronski), loving father of Rosanne (the late Craig) Brinkman, Gina (Robert) Hickey, Jim (Debbie) Link, Tina (Michael) Farina, Fred (Mandy) Link, Joe (August) Link, and Nicole Link, cherished grandfather of Chadd, Christina, and Chase Brinkman; Jimmy and Melissa Link; Rachel, Rebecca, Ryan, and Riley Hickey; Haley and Chuck Farina; Gabrielle and Julia Link; Jack and Ella Link, proud uncle of 22. Jim was born in Chicago on July 4, 1936 to Anthony and Grace Link. He died at home in Mt. Prospect surrounded by his family on September 24th after a long battle with cancer. He graduated from Gordon Tech High School in 1955 and served in the Army as 1st cook in the 7th battalion. Jim was the last surviving owner of Link's Family Circle, owned and operated by the Link family on Addison St., in Chicago for over 40 years. Visitation Sunday, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Rd., at Northwest Hwy., Mt. Prospect. Lying in State Monday, 9:00 a.m. until Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Raymond de Penafort Church, Elmhurst Rd., (Rt.83) at Lincoln St., Mt. Prospect. The family wishes to thank the entire staff at Heartland Hospice for their wonderful support and care. Please omit flowers. Funeral info 847-255-7800 or www.FriedrichsFH.com 
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I miss you Dad!
October 1, 2009
Samantha Stewart
September 28, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the entire Link Family, I know that with the strong bond your family does have, that you will all make it through this difficult time, day by day. Mr. Link's pain is gone, however his memory will live on through family and friends....
Jeff & Diane Di Sandro
September 28, 2009
Our deepest sympathy go out to you and your family in these difficult times.O ur prayers are with you.
September 28, 2009
Our prayers go out to the entire Link Family.
We're very sorry to hear about your loss. We didn't know Mr. Link personally, but know with great sorrow how hard loss for any loved one can be, especailly a father's love and support...May God bless you all and keep you safe. It is to him we return to.
Margie Marek-Adams
September 27, 2009
So sorry to hear of Mr.Link's passing. I grew up near Link's Family Circle and have fond memories of eating your wonderful baked ham, finger sandwiches (that we would order for family parties)and those huge hamburgers you made well before there were quarter pounders. My siblings and I went to St. Bart's and would walk past your store almost every day and were always greeted with a smile and a wave. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Di and Bob Swift
September 27, 2009
Dear Barb and family
So many miles between us, feel so far away in these difficult times....so sorry to hear about Jim, my friend, our thoughts and prayers are with you, he is in God's hands now and as others have said, his pain is gone, God give you strength and Jim's love will be with you forever as yours is with him...
September 27, 2009
Barb and Nicki, so very sorry about Jim, my prayers have been with him for a very long time. Just remember with the amout of pain he was in and now he is in a better place, and at peace. I know you loved him very much and will miss him dearly.
Love you, Lee and Pat Alberts
Gerry Workun
September 27, 2009
may GOD bless your family and guide you through difficult times.
Paula-(shorty) Trimble
September 27, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lisa Atkins
September 27, 2009
Dear Barb and family..I am so sorry about your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Arlene Miller
September 26, 2009
Dear Barb and family,
My heart goes out to you my dear friend, at htis difficult time. Now Jim is at peace and no more pain.
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