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Roberts, James A. Veteran of Vietnam War, volunteer Firefighter for Forest Park, loving husband of Patricia (nee Seddon), dear father of Stephanie, Jason and the late Craig, fond son of Fred and the late Lillian, devoted brother of David, Fred Jr., Gary, Clyde, Kenny and Mary, uncle, great uncle and friend to many. Funeral Friday, 9:15 from Peterson Funeral Home, 6938 W. North Ave. (3 blks. east of Harlem), Chicago, to St. Bernardine Church, Forest Park. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, from 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to VFW National Home for Children, 3513 S. Waverly, Eaton Rapids, MI, 48827. Arrangements by Ahern Funeral Home, 708-383-5700 or 708-848-6661.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Cindy Stottlemire
September 18, 2003
My deepest sympathy to you all. Keep faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and he will carry you through in your time of need. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.
Casey Cary
September 17, 2003
My condolences on your loss.
Raymond Morales
September 17, 2003
I would like to express my condolences to Pat and the family. I am sorry I can't be there but Jimmy will always be with me and my family as long as we are here.
Ray & Lucy Martin
September 16, 2003
We convey our condolences to the family of Jim as he reports for new duties at the order of the "Supreme Commander".
John Meske
September 16, 2003
I extend my sympathy to the family.
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