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Jerome Sykes Obituary

Sykes, Jerome W. age 82, of Crete, IL, passed away November 23, 2007. Beloved husband of Sophia (nee Sterna Sykes, loving uncle of many nieces, nephews, great and great-great nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday, November 27th, from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Smits Funeral Homes-Steger Memorial Chapel (3045 Chicago Rd., Steger, IL). Funeral service Wednesday, at 11 a.m., at the funeral home. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL. Mr. Sykes was a retired high school teacher and a member of the V.F.W. Post in St. John, IN. Info at 708-755-6100 or www.smitsfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 25, 2007.

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John Mazur

November 27, 2007

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my great uncle Hank. I have many fond childhood memories of visiting his and my aunt Sophia's home, and eating wonderful family style meals with them. As a child, I remember seeing an airplane that was built at their house, and playing with Buffy, their black lab. Uncle Hank was my grandmothers younger brother, and would share stories of how their family was; working in the family store, and growing up in Chicago. I offer my sincere condolences to my great aunt Sophia, and will keep her in my prayers.

lisa armentrout

November 27, 2007

Dear Aunt Sophia- I have fond memories of visiting you and Uncle Hank. Especially seeing all of the cool things in your basement and your big black dog.
It was a treat to meet up with you both for lunch a year ago. I thank Uncle Hank for his service to our country, and it was an honor to follow in his footsteps in the Navy. God bless you all. Love, Lisa Mazur Armentrout and family. (Al Mazur's daughter)

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