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James Minch Obituary

Minch, James "Dan" 77, lifelong resident of Chicago. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Schachner); loving father of Pamela (Terrence Flamm), James, Thomas and Paul (Lisa) Minch; fond grandfather of Robert, Elisa, Katherine and Charles; dear brother of Susan Disch. James was retired from the Chicago Fire Department after 35 years of service. Services and Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Cancer Society, 225 N. Michigan Ave. #1210, Chicago, IL 60601, would be appreciated. Arrangements by Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home. Info 773-736-3033 or visit James' memorial at www.smithcorcoran.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 3, 2013.

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Joe summerville

December 14, 2022

A Great Man

Rich Wronski

November 12, 2013

Condolences, on behalf of Dan's softball buddies from Monday nights in Elk Grove Village. He was truly a wonderful guy.

November 11, 2013

Miss you ! And your always smiling face. Love and comfort to the family.
Janeen

Bill Kugelman

November 7, 2013

What a pleasure being a friend and co-worker with a stand up guy like Dan Minch. It was a great 'few' years we challenged the CFD and L2 together and I am so proud to have been a friend. I sure do miss those Chiefs meetings that Dan, Joe and I had together. Miss Ya Pal !!!!RIP Kugie

Kara Donaldson

November 6, 2013

To Dan's Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers. Dan was one of the best and he will be dearly missed.

Mark Weyermuller

November 6, 2013

Dan has been an important of the Chicago Volleyball Community. I believe I first met him around 1987 when he played with the Pumas. He also has been playing with the Chicago Master's (seniors) Volleyball playing on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings for the past 25 years.

He was one of the nicest guys I've ever met.

We will miss him!

Mark Weyermuller

Hamlin Park Tournament

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

Two top teams (1st place and second place) at the Illinois Six County Games in Schaumburg, DN is far right wearing his number 31 jersey.

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

2012 Saint Patrick's Day Hamlin Park Tournament , Around March 17, 2013

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

Dan number 31 on right side of photo, another vb tournament in 2012

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

Dan in the center, everybody listens as Chuck Seminary explains the tournament rules

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

Dan center back in 2011, was winner in Hamlin Park Draw Tournament, shown with his winning team.

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

Dan with Jose, Mike! And Jerry at Hamlin Park VB

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November 6, 2013

Mark Weyermuller & Dan Minch

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

Dan Minch at a Hamlin Park Volleball Draw Tournament. Dan has been a big part of the Chicago volleyball community for the past 40 years.

Mark weyemuller

November 6, 2013

James Soludczyk

November 5, 2013

Paul, Sorry to hear of your loss. Best wishes and condolences.

Karen Yashon-Brown

November 5, 2013

Pam, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My condolences to you and your family.

November 5, 2013

Dear Paul, so sorry for the loss of your father. Janice and Craig

JOE MURRAY

November 4, 2013

TO DANS FAMILY&FRIENDS;
HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND LOYAL FRIEND'
MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

JOHN ALEBICK

November 4, 2013

DEEPEST SYMPATHY

Tracy Parry

November 3, 2013

Dave and I were so very sorry to hear of Danny's passing. What a big hole his loss will leave! It's never easy to see them go. Deepest condolences on your loss. Maybe he and Dad are visiting in heaven? Much love and sympathy, David and Tracy (Scott) Parry

November 3, 2013

dear friend may you rest in peace casey jabczynski

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