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James Vandergriff Obituary

Vandergriff, James W. beloved husband of Carol (nee Biela), loving father of Andrea Hendricks and Eric (Laurie) Vandergriff, proud grandfather of Nathaniel and Skyler Hendricks, Jessica, Rachael, Holly and Alexander Vandergriff, dear son of Jaunita and the late William Vandergriff, fond brother of Kenneth, Linda Wallace, Jerry, Larry and Janice Wilkey. Owner of Region Fence Sales Inc. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Funeral service Saturday, 5:30 p.m., at the Hickey Memorial Chapel, 4201 W. 147th St., Midlothian. Cremation private. Visitation Saturday, 2 to 5:30 p.m. 708-385-4478

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 19, 2004.

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Paul Setlak

November 22, 2004

Eric and family,

Sincerest sympathy and condoleces

to all at this time of sorrow.

Extended sympathy from all at Aruvil

who knew your Dad.

Cindy Spicka

November 20, 2004

Carol & family- I know what it's like to lose someone suddenly. My dad was only 47 when he died 20 years ago.

My heart goes out to all of you, I can understand your pain.

Jim was a GREAT man, a gentle giant. He was the best of the best....a hard working man who

loved his family.

Try to think of all of the great times you have had, the wonderful trips taken, and times spent with your family. That is what you should hold onto and cherish. He packed a lot of love and memories into his very short time here on earth.

I will miss the big-strappin' guy with the baseball cap and big smile, but know that I am blessed to have known him.

God Bless all of you as you face your life without him....cherish the memories.

Kathy & Bruce Vahl - Krahn

November 19, 2004

Dearest Carol & Family,

We really don't know what to say, but we all will miss Jim. With our deepest sympathy to the whole family. My Mom loved Jim so much & now they can talk again.

JONES FENCE ENTERPRISES, INC.

November 19, 2004

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY

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