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James Markgraf Obituary

Markgraf, Rev. James Arnold 91. Passed Thursday peacefully at his home. Beloved husband of the late Naomi Ruth nee Gould. Cherished father of linda (Richard) Sprague, James, Jr.(Irene), Wayne, Glenn, and Pamela Markgraf. Loving grandfather of Rebecca Glenny, Richard (Haidee) Sprague, Jr., and Ryan Markgraf. Brother of Alma Paul) Taulbee and Raymond Markgraf. Brother-in-law of Dorothy Gould and Mary (Thomas) Randolph. Uncle of many. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Septa Markgraf; his brothers Howard (Joyce), Norman, and Frances; and brother in laws Dewey, Gene, John, and Samuel Gould. Visitation Monday 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Funeral Tuesday, 11:00 A.M. at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home & Crematorium, 9568 Belmont Ave. Franklin Park. Interment Mt. Emblem Cemetery. For Information please call 847-678-1950, www.sax-tiedemann.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 28, 2010.

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Nora Janes

November 29, 2010

My heart goes out to you and your family Pastor Markgraf was a great man he was my pastor for many many year's he was like a grandfather to me.He was there for us when my grandparent's passed away.He will alway's be a part of my family.My god Bless you and keep you on this time he is in the best hand he can ever be in.We will pray for both family's in the church and out of church.Love you Pastor Markgraf

November 29, 2010

Our prayers and sincere sympathy are extended to you and your family from Musselman & LeClear (Michigan).

Debbie Budz

November 29, 2010

Dear Glenn,

My sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

Sincerely,

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