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James Schar Obituary

Schar, James Michael Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart recipient. Loving husband of Linda (nee Landi). Devoted father of Gina (the late Philip) Delia, Shannon Marie (Daniel) Oklepek, Melanie (Anthony) Green and Patrick. Cherished grandfather of Nicolas and Joseph Delia; Madison Green; Olivia, Alexa and Lucas Oklepek. Dear brother of Edward (Marilyn), Richard (Celeste), Jack, Thomas (Jeri), Terri (John) Lang, William, Penni (Harold) Burroughs and Patrick. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations to Disabled American Veterans, Attn: Gift Processing, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301 would be appreciated. Funeral Wednesday, February 16, 2011 9:30 am from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., to Queen of All Saints Basilica for Mass at 10:00 am. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 pm. 773-736-3833 or visit James' memorial at www.smithcorcoran.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 14, 2011.

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Roxi Crawford

February 8, 2026

You are missed Jimmy

Roxi Crawford

February 8, 2025

Miss You Jimmy

Janet Schar

March 25, 2011

I just found out my brother passed away. May God welcome him home and may James watch over the rest of us.

George Weinand

February 20, 2011

I have fond memories of Jimmy from our days at St. Hilary's Elementary School. My most sincere condolences to all of his family at his passing.

Bob Larsen

February 16, 2011

It was truly an honor to call Jim my friend. We had some amazing adventures together. I am very saddened by his passing, but also glad the suffering is over. He will be remembered and loved every day. I will miss you my friend. My most heartfelt condolences go out to Linda and the kids. I saw all you kids grow into incredible adults and I love you all.

John Gillespie

February 16, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss, I met Jim a long time ago and never met a nicer person. God bless Jim and his family

February 15, 2011

May God give each of you peace in your time of sorrow. Floyd, Terry and Mary HANK

Margaret Green

February 15, 2011

Dear Melanie, Linda, and Family,
Such sad news when Connie called to tell us that Jim had passed. Let all the good memories comfort you during this difficult time. You're all in my heart, thoughts, and prayers.
Love,
Aunt Margaret

Dave Ganey

February 14, 2011

Linda & Family!

So sorry to hear such bad news! You are in my prayers!
I had many,many great times with jimmy,especially our canada trip many years ago,Captains Larsen & Schar got us so lost on our 50' houseboat!

Jimmy will be missed!

Irene (Van Wie) Pearson

February 14, 2011

Sorry to hear of your loss. From an old classmate.

Mercedes Serrano

February 14, 2011

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Roxi Crawford

February 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to all friends and family. Jimmy was a good friend and will be dearly missed, but never forgotten.- Sincerely, Roxi Crawford

Roger and Noreen Stipes

February 14, 2011

Dear Linda and family, please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Sharon (Schaid) Colwell

February 14, 2011

In loving memory of childhood friend and classmate, "Jimmy," I will send a donation to DAV. May God comfort your family with His peace and love at this time of your loss.

Penni & Speedy Burroughs

February 14, 2011

What the heart has once known, it shall never forget.

Larry Roth

February 14, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 14, 2011

Dear Linda, Gina, Shannon, Melanie, Pat & family,
So very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Connie & Dick

Alice Kinnard

February 14, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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