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John Travnicek Obituary

Travnicek, John R. Age 69, of Lombard. Beloved husband of Judith, (nee Matthews); beloved son of Georgene and the late Charles Travnicek; fond brother of Lea Nora (Denis) Pollina; brother-in-law of Nancy (George) Sam Wannop, Pauline Matthews (Lee Armer); uncle to many nieces and nephews and fond companion to our dog Lizzie. Visitation Friday, September 2nd, 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks. S. of Roosevelt Rd.), Lombard. Funeral Mass Saturday, September 3rd, prayers 9:00 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Alexander, 300 S. Cornell Ave., Villa Park, IL 60181. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment all Saints Cemetery. Memorials to West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 Ogden Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515 are appreciated Funeral info: 630-932-1500 www.knollcrest.net.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 28, 2016.

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JOVITA BIEZE

September 8, 2016

Dear Judy, we are so sorry for the loss of your husband John.with deepest sympathy your Monday afternoon group in Villa Park. Joanne , Joyce ,Pauline ,Jo, Jean,Gita,Nan,Darlene,Virginia.

Earl Bieze

September 7, 2016

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of John.

The Bieze Family

Fariha & Phillip DeFrancisco

September 2, 2016

Dear Judy,
So Sorry For Your Loss. Our deepest sympathy for the passing of your beloved husband John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult and sad time. We pray that all your fond memories sustain you and may his soul rest in peace. With all our Love, Phil, Fariha & my mom Pat.

Kitty and Chuck Gorski

August 29, 2016

Dear Judy,
There are no words to express to you the sorrow we feel in the sudden passing of John. We were shocked and saddened when we heard the news and our hearts go out to you. John will always be with you in your heart and the many memories you have shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Judy at this sad time, Love, Chuck and Kitty

Gail Chase

August 29, 2016

My dearest Judy,
We are all so very sorry to hear about John. We shared precious memories thru out the years and that is far but many.
He will be truly missed and we all like to express our condolences to your family and John's family.
Our thoughts and prayers are sent to get you thru this time of sorrow.
Much love to all.
Gail and Family...

Sue Rubin

August 27, 2016

Judy,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you,

Eric Shoesmith

August 26, 2016

Family and friends, we are sorry for your loss, and are honored to comfort and care for you during this difficult time. We invite you to use this web page and guest book as way to honor John whether you are near or far.

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1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148

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