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John Soltis Obituary

Soltis, John F. age 50, suddenly, loving brother of Janice (Craig) Ketchum, Marcia (Philip) LoPresti, Kathy (Dave) Del Signore, JoAnn (Robert Dunleavy) Soltis and Bill (Beth) Soltis, also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Member of St. Michael Young Men's Club. Visitation Wednesday 3 to 9 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Thursday 10:30 a.m. service at the funeral home. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com. 708-974-4410.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 11, 2009.

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Bill & Susan Leibforth

August 17, 2009

After returning back home from vacation we learned of Johnny's passing. I know this must be a shock to everyone in your family and please know that our prayers are with you as you find comfort in knowing he is in his heavenly home.

Robert Baldys

August 14, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Violet , Nathan , Natalie LoPresti

August 14, 2009

When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still. What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why Johnny left this earth so soon, or why he left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that he died, but that he lived. And that Johnny's life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.

Emily Yovich

August 12, 2009

My deepest condolences to you and your family. You all are in my prayers. If you need anything, please let me know.

Henry Baldys & Family

August 12, 2009

We're very saddened by Johnny's passing, he was too young to go so soon. May he rest in peace with our love and remembrances.

phil and marcia lopresti

August 12, 2009

we dont know why we are here in costa rica when johnny passed but there is a reason for everything.he will be in our hearts forever.we wish we could be there to hold everyone in our family.in seeing the nature and wonder of this place we think of john and know he is in a good place,and at peace.,knowing we will see him again.love phil and marcia.

Tony lopresti

August 12, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.We will miss him dearly and always remember the good times and fishing with him.May he join grandpa and grandma in heaven and be happy.We wish we were there with him.Uncle Johnny will be always in our hearts and minds.love Tony ,Sylvia,Isabella,Natalie,Nathan Lopresti.(upper Michigan, Gwinn)

Bear-Martinez Family

August 11, 2009

I would like to express my deepest condolences on the passing of your brother,John. My parents have been John's neighbors for the past 6 years and he was always friendly and helpful to them. He will be missed.

Steve and Sandi Kolasa

August 11, 2009

Our deepest condolences. All of you are in our prayers.

Miriam Romo

August 11, 2009

JoAnn, Bill and Marsha,

It’s been a wonderful ride to have known and lived next door to Johnny for more than 20 years. Recently my family welcomed our first pet and Johnny knew I was not fond of dogs. Just this week, as we have several times in the past, we sat outside and he shared with me the joy and peace he received from his own pets throughout the years. The next day he gave us the indoor gates he used for his pets for Rocco. Johnny was a generous soul, kind person and friendly neighbor who our family will always remember and truly miss.

Miriam, Tom, Alex & Marisa Romo

David Gaidas and Family

August 11, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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