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John Greenslade Obituary
Greenslade, John B. 92, beloved husband of 67 years to Elizabeth; loving father of John J. (Deborah), Paul (Toni), Ralph (Karen) and Judy (Sam) Alonzi; cherished grandfather of John M., Rita, Katherine, Robyn, Jeffrey (Julie), Jamie, Jessica and Elise. Memorial visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Simkins Funeral Home, 6251 W. Dempster St., Morton Grove, IL. 60053. Memorial service Friday, 10:30 a.m. at Irving Park Lutheran Church, 3938 W. Belle Plaine Ave., Chicago, IL. 60018. In lieu of flowers, donations to Irving Park Lutheran Church appreciated. Sign online guestbook at www.simkinsfuneralhome.com (847) 965-2500. 
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Memories and Condolences
for John Greenslade
6 Entries
Linda & Kelly Korbus
April 10, 2008
Ralph, Karen & family
Deepest sympathies for your loss.
Dot & Clar Korbus
April 10, 2008
Ralph,Karen & Family
So sorry for your loss.
Sabo Family
April 9, 2008
Ralph and Family - Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father.
Simkins Funeral Home
April 9, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
michael callahan
April 8, 2008
Papa Greenslade was always so very interesting, friendly and down to earth.
Nancy Bennett
April 8, 2008
Ralph, Karen, and family--
Our deepest sympathy to you at this time. Your dad was a well-loved man.I know you have wonderful memories to hold onto--documented, of course, by Ralph's amazing pictures over the years.
Nancy and Steve Bennett
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