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James Sveda Obituary

Sveda, James C. Veteran Army. Loving brother of Patricia (Ronald) Cabala and Gerald F. Sveda; Loving uncle of Nancy (the late Bob) Kocanda, Linda (David) Haught, and Kathy (Tom) Garner; Great-uncle of Craig (Janice), Shannon, and Lauren Jandura; Dearest friend of Eleanor and Jack; Dearest son of the late Peter and Emily Sveda. Funeral Monday 9:30 am from FORAN FUNERAL HOME 7300 W. Archer Ave. (55th St. just west of Harlem) to St. Jane de Chantal Church. Mass 10:00 am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flower, memorials to the American Cancer Society appreciated. Visitation Sunday 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm. For information 708-458-0208 or www.foranfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 22, 2012.

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Pat Cabala

September 16, 2022

You were one of a kind, & still are!
I think of you often & always smile.
Love,
Pat

Pat Cabala

September 16, 2021

Still miss you, guess it never stops!
You always pop up in conversations & make us laugh.
Love ya,
Pat

September 16, 2019

Another year of missing you.
Love,
Pat

Bernadette Muth McGonagle

May 28, 2013

To the Sveda family,
I just found out that James passed away. He was a wonderful neighbor while I was growing up. He was involved with our family and the Keibs. He had a great sense of humor. I have nothing but fond memories of him. I hope happy memories help you through. God Bless.

Bankston

September 24, 2012

To the Sveda family: The death of a loved one is a difficult time.May the God who gives peace be with you in the days and weeks ahead.

September 23, 2012

To those who loved Jim, we know that he will be truly missed for all the quick responses we never had. But also know that he still lives in our hearts, and that he will never be far away....just listen and you can still hear him. Hugs and prayers, Chris & Bob Polodna

Pat Cabala

September 22, 2012

Dear Brother, I will miss you, til we meet again.
Love,
Pat

Kathy Garner

September 22, 2012

I will miss you so much Uncle. I will remember all the laughs, games, jokes and most especially "donks". Love you so much!

Lauren Jandura

September 22, 2012

Much love to a wonderful man and uncle!!! I will miss your corky jokes and our handshake!!! xo xo xo

Nancy Kocanda

September 22, 2012

My best friend my uncle who I will miss so much for all the laughs and tears we shared you will always be in my heart. You were always there for everyone. Love and miss you and remember GO SOX GO

The Staff of Foran Funeral Home

September 22, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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