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Joan Malin Obituary

Malin, Joan (nee Gatto), age 74, of Riverdale, formerly of Roseland, died Friday, December 2, 2005, at St. Francis Hospital, Blue Island. Born November 4, 1931 in Chicago, loving wife of 50 years to John Malin, beloved mother of Judith (Rick) Feller and Lisa (John) Nevins, proud grandmother of Haley, Keenan, Cullen and Mary Feller, Jack, Sam, and Mary Kate Nevins, many nieces and nephews. Joanie was one out of twelve children born to John and Rose (nee Mundo) Gatto. Joanie, a die-hard South Side Cubs fan, will be remembered for her great sense of humor and spunk. Her generous spirit will be missed by all. Visitation Monday, December 5th, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home, 540 Dixie Hwy, at Joe Orr Road, Chicago Heights, IL. 60411. Funeral Mass Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 124th and Halsted St., Chicago. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Worth. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Liver Foundation, 75 Maiden Lane, Suite 603, New York, NY. 10038, www.liverfoundation.org. Info: 708-754-0016

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 4, 2005.

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Suellen Jenkins

January 16, 2006

Dear John and Family,

Words cannot express the deep sorrow I am experiencing on the loss of our beloved Joan. She started writing to me because of my AMC online column and we struck up a friendship/bond. The two of you came to see me twice in Vegas and I got to see you once back there at the Empress. I have very fond memories of our short but sweet visits all three times. You were an amazing couple and had a wonderful life and family. I know we all miss her and hold her dear to our hearts. I always remember her as being so full of life and mischief, we even had some long distance conversations to keep up with each other. Her husband, daughters, and grandkids were her pride and joys. May God keep you all in his care as you forge ahead together. Please know I send my deepest sympathy and am here if you need anything!!!!

Bill Grass

January 15, 2006

John,



So sorry to hear about your wife. We only met once at the Empress thru Sue from Las Vegas, our AMC Internet writer. We had a nice dinner at the Empress and your wife seemed very charming and so much enjoyed AMC. I send my deepest sympathy.



Bill

Mick Oliver

December 6, 2005

Judie and Lisa,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. I know the feeling way to well. I am also sorry that I wasn't able to attend the wake.

I hope that the 2 of you and your Dad are doing OK.

Take care.

Mickey Oliver

Eileen Orgo

December 5, 2005

Lisa, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. My prayers are with you at this sad time. I am having a mass said on behalf of her and will send you the information. I am very sorry if I can help in any way I will.

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