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Jan DesJardins Obituary

Des Jardins, Jan E. Age 67, a life-long resident of Brookfield. Beloved husband of Pauline K., nee Bower. Fond father of John (Christy) Des Jardins, Martin (Anne) Bixby, Jr. and Matthew Des Jardins. Proud grandfather of Kyle and Amber Des Jardins, and Angelica Bixby. Dear brother of Carol (Don) Musial. Preceded in death by his parents Harold and Mildred Des Jardins, and his brother Ralph Des Jardins. Funeral Monday, May 16, 10:00 AM from Johnson Funeral Home, LTD., 3847 Prairie Ave, Brookfield, to St. Barbara Church. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Sunday from 3 PM until 9 PM. Memorials to either the Animal Welfare League, 10305 Southwest Hwy., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415, or the American Cancer Society. For info, (708) 485-0214

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 13, 2011.

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May 17, 2011

Pauline
I was saddened to hear about your loss. you are in my thought and prayers.
My deepest sympathy
Dawn Osborn

Linda (Tripod) Cerf

May 15, 2011

We all lose special people, in our lives, that mean so much to us. We know they are in God's care that they will be in his hands forever. It is difficult to comprehend why anyone is taken when we love them so much. In our hearts and our minds we know we will see them in the future when the time is right. Keep joy in your heart as we know this is meant to be. Remeber the good times from the past as this will make it easier while waiting for the future. I am not physically with you now, but you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Always here if you need me.

With Love,

May 13, 2011

To Pauline, Marty, Anne, and Angel,
Words cannot be found to express our deepest sorrow for you all. We only can hope and pray that some day there will be a wonderful reunion filled with joy. We love you all!
The Herrs'

Matthew Matrona

May 13, 2011

Dear Lord,
Please help my Family in this time of loss and overwhelming grief. I don't understand why life is filled with this pain and heartache. But we turn our eyes to you as we seek to find the strength to trust in your faithfulness. We will wait on you and not despair; we will quietly wait for your salvation. Our hearts are crushed, but I know that you will not abandon us forever. Please show us your compassion, Lord. Help us through the pain so that we will hope in you again. I believe this promise in your Word to send us fresh mercy each day. Though we can't see past today, I trust your great love will never fail us.
Amen.

Michael and Linda Cresap

May 13, 2011

Pauline we will be praying for you adjusting to your loss of your soul mate, best friend, your husband, Jan.We pray that the memory of the joy of the wonderful trip to Florida will bring you comfort in the months to come. Sweet memories help fill in the sadness, God bless you and the family.

Laura Kracke

May 13, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Look for the "BRIGHT SHINING STAR" it will always be there for you, and in your hearts.
My deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow.

Anne Bixby

May 13, 2011

"Papa, We Love You So Much!!! Our hearts are breaking in two because we miss you so much!!!"
Love Always,
Your Kids,
Marty Jr, Annie & Your Lit' Angel XOXOX

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