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Janis Weldzius Obituary

Weldzius, Janis 61, of Chicago, cherished wife of William Weldzius, loving mother of Michael (Maria) Weldzius, William Weldzius and Christine (Jason) Williams, nurturing grandmother of Erika (Jaime) Chavez, Arturo Quezada, Justin and Brian Williams, fond sister of the late Shirley Barnes. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 8 p.m. at Drake & Sons Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago. Prayers Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. from funeral home, Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Hilary Church, 5600 N. California, Chicago, IL. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to Horizon Hospice or American Cancer Society appreciated. Info 773-561-6874.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 14, 2009.

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Randall Cling

July 17, 2009

Jan will surely be missed by all the people that she touched. I have known Jan for many years, working with her at Emery and UPS. She truly will be missed both as a co-worker and a good friend.

Jerry Sullivan

July 16, 2009

Bill,
I have been out of town and just heard of Jan's passing. Please except my deepest condolences.

Marian Jacob Strebler

July 16, 2009

My thoughts & prayers are with all of Jan's family. I had worked with Jan & also with her daughter Chris for a number of years. One thing you knew about Jan was that her family was first, and she cherished them. How lucky you were to have her. How lucky we were to have as part of the Emery/UPS family. We will miss her smile , but know she is one of God's Angels now smiling down on us. May you find peace in time .
Fondly, Marian Jacob Strebler

Cindy McIntyre

July 14, 2009

To Jan's family - Jan will be missed, as a co-worker who saw her almost daily,she always had a friendly hello, and as a member of the Dinner Dollies, she rarely missed a meal with the group. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With sympathy - Cindy McIntyere

Teresa Aguiar

July 14, 2009

Chris and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. We love you and are praying for your family in this time of grief.
God be with you,
Love Teresa, Jim, Aunt Faye, Hope and Cami

July 14, 2009

To Jan's Family - Jan & I worked together for 15 years and one thing I envied her for was that what you saw with Jan was what you got - she didn't hide behind anything. The Dinner Dollies will miss you, Jan! - Kathy Mesheimer

Mike

July 14, 2009

Mom lived by the mantra, "Life is short, eat dessert first." The last thing she ate was some chocolate cake. Does that surprise anyone?

barbara korn

July 14, 2009

Jan was my best friend in grade school and high school. She is gone but not forgotten. I loved her like a sister. She will be missed dearly. Rember the good times.
Love always
Barb Korn

Barbara Korn

July 14, 2009

To Jan's family. She was my best friend through gramer school and high school. I have cherish this friendship over all these years. She will be missed but not forgotten. I loved her like a sister. My prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow.

Burkenstock

July 14, 2009

Bill...My thoughts and prayers have been with you since hearing of Jan's illness. I will continue to pray for you and the children. May you find peace and comfort in your loving memories of Jan. All My Love...Judy

Patrick and Lauren Skerrett

July 14, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.

Barb and Bob Sawyer

July 14, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jan was a wonderful lady. She will be missed, but will be in our hearts always.

Gerry Bernson

July 14, 2009

Bill,
My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family on the passing away of Janis. Janis and your family will be in our prayers
Gerry and Marilyn Bernson

Jodi Beecham

July 14, 2009

My thoughts are with your family. Jan was an amazing woman. I only had the honor of working with her for about 3 months. In those 3 months I realized what a special person she was. I am so glad she was a part of my life.

Jodi Beecham - UPS (HR)

Juan Falcon

July 14, 2009

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Juan & Mary Jane

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