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James Wachowski Obituary

Wachowski, Jr., James S. Age 65, of Steger, Illinois passed away on November 27, 2014. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Rosemary (2013); beloved father to James E. Wachowksi, Robert S. (Wendy) Wachowski, Paul B. Wachowski and the late Jillian Wachowski; dear brother to Daniel (Sue) Wachowski, Roberta (Rick) Wachowski and the late Kathy Wachowski; many nieces, nephews and cousins. James worked for the Chicago Fire Department as a payroll administrator and a musician for 1st Degree Band in Chicago. Visitation Monday from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service at 7:00 p.m. at Steger Funeral Home, 125 E. Steger Road (34th Street), Steger, IL. Interment: Private. For information call (708)755-3400. www.kerrparzygnotfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 30, 2014.

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Rich & Jane Jarocki

December 22, 2014

Our hearts are very heavy, at hearing of your passing, Jim. We grew up together, played & laughed together. You were trully a gentle spirit and, loving cousin! May you rest in God's embrace and forever remain in our hearts. You were trully 'one-of-a-kind!'

Fran and Anthony Guazzo

December 1, 2014

Dear Wachowski Family,
Me and My husband are so sorry for your lose. Jimmy was such a fun loving guy that no one can forget. Please know in our hearts he left a very positive impact on people and will be truly missed. God Speed Jimmy!

November 30, 2014

A kind and gentle soul who loved his music. RIP good buddy

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