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John Bailey Obituary

Bailey, John E. WWII U.S. Navy Vet., age 77, beloved husband of the late Alma (nee Hacke), WWII Army Vet 2nd Lieut. Nurse, loving father of William (Pat), David (Peggy) and Cynthia (the late Sam) Brendlinger, dear grandfather of eight, two of whom have preceded him in death, dearest great-grandfather of six, fond brother-in-law and uncle of many. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (Wheeler Dr./155th & Harlem), Orland Park. Lying-in-state Monday, from 9 a.m. until time of funeral service 10 a.m., at Christian Hills Full Gospel Church, 9001 W. 159th St., Orland Hills, IL, 60477. Interment Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Frankfort, IL. Memorials to the Children's Ministry of Christian Hills Church preferred. Long-time Mason, member of the Frankfort Kiwanis, DuPage County Beekeepers Assoc. and Pipefitter's Union Local #597. 708-532-5400 or www.colonialchapelfh.com Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 28, 2003.

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Laurie Loftin

March 3, 2003

Much love to all of you. It was precious to see you on Sunday. Let's keep in touch, please.

On behalf of all the Loftin family, our deepest sympathy, fond memories, and warm affection,

Laurie

The Staff of Colonial Chapel, Ltd.

February 28, 2003

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