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John Lunkes Obituary
Lunkes, John W. "Bud" Age 82, of Libertyville, WWII Navy Vet. Beloved husband of the late Gertrude (nee Kelly), loving father of Michael (Eileen), Patricia Ann (fiance Peter McKatten) Lunkes, Donna (Thomas) Bober, William Lunkes, James (Laura) Lunkes and the late John "Jack" (Darlene Jenkins) and Thomas, dearest friend of Marguerite "Marge" Reichert, proud grandfather of 18, great grandfather of six, dear brother of Bernadette Evans, Jerome (Mary) Lunkes and the late Dolores Kartheiser, Virginia Koehler and Carol Welsh. Owner and Operator of Illinois Battery Company of Chicago. Member of KOC 4th Degree, Northcenter Lions Club, The Neighborhood Boy's & Girl's Club and The Northcenter Chamber of Commerce. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday, 9 to 9:30 a.m. at McMurrough Funeral Chapel, 101 Park Place, Libertyville (Hwy. 176, 1 Blk. East of Milwaukee Ave.). Mass Wednesday, 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, 121 East Maple Street, Libertyville. Interment Ascension Cemetery. If desired memorial contributions are requested to made to the Neighborhood Boy's & Girl's Club 2501 West Irving Park, Chicago, IL 60618. Funeral information 847-362-2626To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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carol mccall wright
July 15, 2003
Dear Donna, So very sorry to hear about your dad. No matter how old we are, we still seem to need our parents. Their loss leaves a void in our lives that no one else can fill. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Annette Biala
July 14, 2003
Donna,
I was out of town last week and just now heard about the loss of your father. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. There is always a great void with the loss of a loved one. May memories of happier days help to ease your pain and emptiness.
Connie Koehler
July 9, 2003
Condolences to the Lunkes Family.
Bud was one of the "Greatest Generation", indeed.
Connie Koehler & Family
Joyce & Ray Boin
July 9, 2003
Pat - We were so sorry to read of the death of your father. We really thought a lot of him, and I know my dad, Dick and Marie are really glad to have him with them now.
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Jennifer and Tony Peach
July 9, 2003
Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. Our thoughts are with you.
Sue Van Horn
July 9, 2003
Pat, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Van Horn & Family
Foley and Family
July 9, 2003
To The Lunkes Family:
We heard the sad news. Sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many.
Our thoughts are with you.
"Big" Tom Foley and Family
Bill Van Der Weele
July 9, 2003
Pat,
Our deepest symathy for your loss.
The Van Der Weele family
Philip Anselmini
July 8, 2003
I want to send mine and my familys sympathy to you and your family at this time.
Kathy Coop
July 7, 2003
All our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Kathy Coop
jackie walsh
July 7, 2003
Dear Donna,
It is with great sadness that I send my condolences regarding the death of your father. I am sorry for your pain and the loss of that feeling of connectedness. Suddenly you feel like an orphan. I know that you have the love and support of all those around you and even those who are far away. Your father was a great man and lived a courageous life. I know my Dad always enjoyed visiting him at the battery shop and how I wish we could all go back (even just for a moment) and visit those happy times again. I carry them in my heart just as you and your father's family carry him in theirs. Always remember he lives in you and he will still offer a helping hand when needed. All my love to you and your beautiful family. Jackie
Nancy Celeski
July 7, 2003
Donna, so sorry to hear about your father. I remember what a nice man he was to all of us girls when we were in high school. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Nancy (Malva) Celeski
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