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Jesse Rodarte Obituary

Rodarte, Jesse M. 19, suddenly, July 21, loving father of Tyler and special friend of Kaileigh, beloved son of Drs. Richard Rodarte and Joan White, dear brother of Christopher, grandson of Gene and Carmen Rodarte and the late Jack and the late Dottie White, nephew of Doris Hehl and Kim and Kyle White, godson of Lori Winslow and Michael Hehl. Memorial Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m., service 7 p.m., at Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to The Tyler Rodarte Trust Fund Fifth Third Bank, 3101 W. 95th St., Evergreen Park, IL, 60805. 773-238-0075 Sign guest book at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 23 to Jul. 24, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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The Cultra Family

July 31, 2008

Joni -

We were so very sorry to hear about your loss of Jessie. You and all your family will be in our prayers

Lydia Falbo

July 30, 2008

Rich
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your son. I happened to read the paper and found out. My condolences are with you and your family. You are in my prayers.

Adrienne Cheseldine

July 28, 2008

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family on their loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Adrienne and Ray Cheseldine
Bonita Springs Florida

Margie Patricks

July 26, 2008

The Rodarte and White Family:
You have my prays and condelince on the son Jesse. Remember now he at peace and with all the angels in heaven. Now I have another angel at my side all the time. Remember smile God loves you.

Tony Churchill

July 25, 2008

There are no words to adequately express my sympathy for you at this difficult time. I was blessed to know Jesse and will truly miss him. He was a special young man and I will remember him fondly for the rest of my life. Rest assured you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Joan White

July 25, 2008

As Jesse's mom, I would like to thank all of you who have supported our trials and tribulations throughout the years, and remember what a sweet wonderful kid Jesse really was. I truly appreciate all of your prayers, thoughts and kind words.
Joni

Jesse loved playing tennis (shhhhh it was a secret)

July 25, 2008

Jean McDermott

July 24, 2008

Dear Richard, Joni, and family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your precious son and brother. I know that Jesse is in heaven and pray that God will watch over you during this difficult time.
Love from the McDermott Valenzuela family

Joe Collins

July 24, 2008

Rich and Joanie and family:

Happened across the notice about your son in the paper; so very sorry that you must endure this tragedy, but please cling to family and friends. I remember you both fondly from St. Xavier days, and Joanie, I remember both your folks warmly. Please accept my sincerest condolences and all the best to you and your family.

Joe Collin, '80

Eileen Drabik

July 24, 2008

Dear Dr. Rich,

Wally and I are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We wanted to attend the memorial service, but will be unable to do so.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this most difficult time.

Respectfully,

Eileen & Wally Drabik

P.S. I don't know if you remember, but I was your MA in Occupational Health at MacNeal/Bridgeview.

Mary McGorman

July 23, 2008

Dear Gene and Carmen,
From all of the McMahon's of previous 9337 S 69th Ct. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson. It isn't fair..but a time to believe in life everlasting. Our deepest sympathy. Jesse and his family are in our prayers.

Pam Volkman

July 23, 2008

Joni,
Words can not express how I feel for your loss. You, Kaileigh and Tyler will always be in my prayers.
Love,

Barb Pikowski

July 23, 2008

Dear Joan:

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Jesse is in God's hands now and watching over everyone left behind. Know that he is at peace and loved you very much. I will be unable to attend memorial as I am out of town, but PLEASE know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless!

Sister Marion Johnson

July 23, 2008

Dear Joan and Rich,
I am so sadden by your great loss. Know that you and the family are in my prayers. Love and blessings,

Joan & Frank Rutigliano

July 23, 2008

To all who suffer at this time of great loss we're wishing you sympathy, we're wishing you hope, and most of all we're wishing you peace.

Donna Coppage

July 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lauren Belak

July 23, 2008

Jesse,

You were such a good friend of mine and such a good kid. You don't have to feel pain anymore. Look down on Kay and Tyler and keep them safe. We all know you're in a better place, but we can't help but miss you.

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