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John Brenza Obituary

Brenza, John R. beloved husband of Christine (nee Wozniak), loving father of Dawn (Craig) Gowgiel, Russell (MaryEllen) Brenza, Lisa (Mark) Henning, Tina (Ryan Yelles) Brenza, and David (Angela) Brenza, dearest grandfather of Brett, Madeline and Grant, dear brother of Leonard (Virginia), Henry (the late Cheryl) Brenza, the late Eleanore (the late Ted) Malolepszy, Eugene (the late Ann), and Richard (Frances) Brenza, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday, 9:15 a.m., from Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 West 159th St., Orland Park, to St. Stephen Deacon & Martyr Church, Mass 10 a.m. Entombment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708-429-3200.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 27, 2005.

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Jenny Sheehan

November 30, 2005

Lisa, Mark and family,



We are so sad about the passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.



Love,

Jenny, Tom, Maddie and Kaelyn

Barbara and Mike Kuzniar

November 29, 2005

Lisa and Family:



Our deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. Our prayers are with you.



Take care.



Love

Barb and Mike

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