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John Grimmenga Obituary

Grimmenga, A1C John R. age 23, suddenly, Wednesday, January 1, 2003, in Arizona, former Channahon resident, beloved husband of Christine (nee Meyers), loving step-father of Maxwell Prazak; parents, John and Lynn Grimmenga; brother, David M. Grimmenga; sister, Amie M. Grimmenga; grandparents, Ronald "Pinky" and Rose Grimmenga; great-grandmother, Mary Zuelke, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends. Funeral service Friday, January 10, 2003, at 10 a.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd., Joliet. Interment will full military honors at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, 2 to 9 p.m. For info: 815-741-5500. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 6 to Jan. 8, 2003.

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jason thomas

January 10, 2003

I want to send my deepest condolences, growing up, johnny was a good friend and great teammate. even though i have not spoken with johnny in 5 years it still has quite an effect on me. i am just so sorry that this happened

Nancy & Rudy ((Krueger) Tichy

January 8, 2003

To the family of John Grimmenga, and especially to John & Lynn,



Please accept our deepest sympathies, we know what a terrible loss this must be to lose a child.



Sincerely,

Rudy and Nancy (Krueger) Tichy

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