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John Szewczyk Obituary

Szewczyk, John M. age 93, WWII Vet., beloved husband of the late Grace (nee Kruczkowski), loving father of Daniel (Rhonda) and James (the late Veronica), fond grandfather of Janet, Gayle, Christopher, Jimmy (fiancee Stephanie), Jennifer and Jessica, dear brother of Sr. Mary Stella SSND, Anne Szewczyk, the late Walter, the late Stanley (Ann), the late Joseph (Elaine) Szewczyk and the late Helen (the late Edward) Ryczek, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday, 10:30 a.m,. from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, to St. Monica Church. Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, 3 until 9 p.m. 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 2, 2008.

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Mindy Selph

April 3, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Carol Boyle

April 3, 2008

Dear Jim, Jimmy, Jess and Jenn

My deepest sympathy on your loss.
Though I never had the honor of meeting John, I know he was truly and special man, because he has such a special family in all of you. It has been an honor to know all of you and to have you in our family.

My Prayers are with you

Carol Boyle and Family

Eileen O'Donnell - Mc Nicholas

April 2, 2008

Dear Jim, Jimmy, Jenn, Jess and family,

I am so sorry. Your dad/grandpa was a great man. He truly will be missed.

May your fond memories of him guide you through this sad time.

Jim and Steph,
You KNOW he will be at the wedding is spirit!

Love,
Eileen

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The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

April 2, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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