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John Godinez Obituary

Godinez, John Albert age 67, suddenly, beloved husband of Margaret (nee Banta), loving father of Rita (David) Master and Connie Godinez, dear brother of Jesse, Marie Vega, Shirley, Rosales, Theresa Valdes, Rose Sanchez, Virginia Martinez, Linda O'Connor, Josie Pena and Alice Sandoval and the late Raymond, Joseph and Sarah Barrera, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday, 10:30 a.m., from Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Rd., (5500W), to St. Fabian Church. Mass 11:15 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Funeral info: 708-636-2320 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 3 to May 4, 2003.

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Adrian Godinez

May 7, 2003

I'm sorry I wasn't there.You where like a dad to me and I will never forget everything you done for me.I will always love you and I will miss you dearly you will always be in my heart&mind.My deepest sympathy to Marge& Girls. Love Always Adrian Godinez

Marylynn Carlos

May 7, 2003

I loved John with all my heart.I'm very THANKFUL for everything he has done for me& my Family.He was a Father to my brothers and a GREAT UNCLE to us girls.I'll miss you deeply,I will remember the times we spent together and cherish them.I know my brother Ramon awaits you with open arms and he will guide you through and through. Love Marylynn

Angelica Carlos

May 7, 2003

I just wanted to say I'll always love and miss you very much.You'll never be forgotten because you were more than an uncle you were like a father to us.Love always Angie,Mary,Wendy,and Tabitha

Amanda Collier

May 6, 2003

I personally didn't know John. I do want to send my best wishes out to my friend Julie and her family. I have no doubt in my mind that John was a great guy. Best wishes to Julie and the rest of his family. God Bless

Veronica & John Raddatz

May 5, 2003

I just wanted to extended our deepest sympathy, and let you know that you all will be in our prayers.

We are so sorry we couldn't be there with you but please know our thoughts and prayers were.

Your Friends,

Veronica & John Raddatz

Dee & Al Owiecki

May 4, 2003

We were shocked to hear of John's death. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Marge, and to all your family.



Dee & Al Owiecki

Mike and Linda O'Connor

May 3, 2003

We just wanted to say that we love and miss you very much. We know that you will still be looking down upon us and protecting our family just like in the past. You were always are protecter and will always be. The only difference is you are in a place were no one can hurt you while you are protecting us. This is not a fair well or goodbye note it is a hello and a see ya one day because we will meet again not only in memories and dreams but in heaven. And we know that you will be there to show us the way.



Love always,

Linda (Tiny) and Mike O'Connor

David Pena

May 3, 2003

You were a great man. I will forever love you for everything you've taught me. May god bless you. I will never forget you because you were such a renaissance man. Love David, your godson

David Master

May 3, 2003

JOHN TAUGHT ME A LOT AND SHOWED ME MANY THINGS. THERE WAS NEVER A DULL MOMENT WHEN HE WAS AROUND. "JOHN, DON'T WORRY I'LL TAKE CARE OF YOUR GIRLS". YOU'LL NEVER BE FORGOTEN.

LOVE,

YOUR SON-ON-LAW

Laura, Trisha, Peggy, Julie, John and Stacy, and Alyssa O'Connor

May 3, 2003

We would like to thank Uncle John for his abitlity to help out our family when they needed it the most.We all have fond memories of Uncle John that will not grow to be forgotten. But the best memory of all was the joy that he brought to all of our lives. All of are condolences go out to his lovely wife and his two beautiful daughters.



With all our love,

Laura, Trisha, Peggy, Julie, John, Stacy and Alyssa O'Connor

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