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John Strezo Obituary

Strezo, John C., Sr. Army Vet, beloved husband of Bernadette (nee Hoffmann); loving father of Kevin (Rita), Patricia (Tony) Kallas, Richard (Joyce), Lisa (William) Torkel, Peggy (Tom) Giblin, Jay (Sue) and Dan Strezo; cherished grandfather of Mary, Michaelene, Jaclyn, Dave, Carly, Kevin Jr., Steven, Tim, Holly, Cecily, Jonny, Andrew, Gabrielle, Margaret, Kylee, Anna and Tommy; devoted great-grandfather of Angelica, Jeffery, Payton, Lyric, Jacek and Matthew; dear brother of Jerry, Robert (Virginia) and the late Agnes Trnka, Andrew Jr. and Albert Strezo; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 9:00 a.m. from Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Road (5500W) Burbank, IL 60459 to St. Albert The Great Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Funeral info 708-636-2320. In lieu of flowers, donations to Pro Life would be appreciated.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 24, 2011.

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Sandy Rebich

October 25, 2011

Extending my heartfelt condolences to Dan and his family.
Dan, sorry to hear about the loss of your father, my thought and prayers are with you, and your family.

Kirk Tenney

October 25, 2011

Dan, My sympathies, thoughts and prayer to you and your family during this time of grief. Kirk Tenney

October 25, 2011

Dear Bernadette,

We just learned of the passing of our cousin John. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Although we haven't been able to get together in recent years, I will always remember the good times we shared at all the Strezo weddings and whenever we were able visit. We will keep John, you and your family in our prayers.

Sincerely,
Marge and Bob Zubay

October 24, 2011

Extending our heartfelt condolences to Bernadette and family for the loss of a wonderful man. May the God of all comfort give you the strength to cope during this time of grief. (2 Cor. 1:3,4)

Adelina and Guy Cesario

October 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.

October 24, 2011

Dan, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Neal Beatty

October 24, 2011

Jay, Sue & Family, I am so vary sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Neal Beatty

David Crockett

October 24, 2011

Dan, So sorry to hear about your loss. Maria and I will be praying for you and your family...

October 24, 2011

Jay, Sue & family - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Fran Johnson (Our Savior's)

Joel Mohlenhoff

October 24, 2011

Dan, We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joel Mohlenhoff

Jeff Bowdoin

October 24, 2011

Dan, I'm very sorry to hear about your father and my prayers and thoughts are with you and your entire family.

Mary O'Toole

October 24, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bill, Ann, & Sasha Spain

October 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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