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John Prinz Obituary
Prinz Jr., John James 65, late of Hegewisch, IL, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Emily Prinz, loving father of Deanne (Michael) Ewan, Matthew (Jennifer) Prinz, and Kelly (Jesus) Pulido, proud grandfather of Brandon and Megan, caring brother of Randy (Donna) Prinz, fond uncle of Bret, Ryan and Kristi, preceded in death by parents John and Dorothy Prinz. John proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Marines and was a retired Chicago Fireman. Visitation 8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, June 17th at Opyt Funeral Home, 13350 S. Baltimore Ave., Chicago, IL followed by Funeral Service at 9:30 a.m., to St. Florian Church for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, IL. 773- 646-1133. 
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Lynn Zalokar
June 18, 2009
My condolences to you and your family Emily. My mother, the late Marilyn (Kovacic) Zalokar, was your cousin.
Sincerely,
Peter Scalone
June 17, 2009
I am sorry for your loss.You are in my prayers.
June 17, 2009
With deepest sympathy to the Prinz family. Our family has many good memories of John from the Stoppin Poynt to Indiana Beach.
The Kot Family
Ellen, MaryEllen and Lois
Jerry Benigni
June 17, 2009
My deepest sympathy. I have many good memories of John.
Jerry Benigni CFD
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art kuhel
June 16, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shauni Anna Zerante
June 16, 2009
I know my late Father Bill Anna played ball with John. We are sorry for your loss.
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