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John Vilimek Obituary

Vilimek, John R. Age 47; beloved husband and best friend of Tracie (nee Vondrasek); cherished father of John Jr. (Marilyn), Steve (fiancée Julie), Dennis and Harley; loving grandfather of Andrew; devoted son of Maureen and Jerry Wiencek; dearest brother of Karen (Rich) Walas, James (Sondra) and Melissa Wiencek; dear son-in-law of Dennis (the late Trudy) Vondrasek; kind brother-in-law of Denise (Joe) Dominici and Darcy (Danny Jr.) Ellis; fond uncle, nephew and cousin to many. Visitation Monday 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Lawn Funeral Home, 17909 S. 94th Ave., Tinley Park, IL 60487. Funeral Service and Interment private. Funeral info: 708-532-3100.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 14, 2016.

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Curt Ladendorf

August 18, 2016

Loss of a great man! My condolences to the family. We only have memories left. Being in the trucking industry as John was. He is now traveling the highway to heaven. God bless my friend you will be missed.

Debbie Richter

August 16, 2016

Dear Tracie and Dear Family of John. I am deeply saddened and sorrowed for your loss at this time. My thoughts and prayers for you all.

Sandy King

August 16, 2016

Tracie--my condolences to you and your family.

Jim & Judy Depa

August 16, 2016

Dear Darcy and Family,


We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family at this difficult time.


Sincerely,
Jim and Judy Depa

August 15, 2016

All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Very sorry for your loss.

Lisa Farano-Siple

Denise Dominici

August 15, 2016

John you will truly be missed ~ our Hearts ache at this most difficult time, You're our Trooper!!! You always Gave Life your All til the End!!!! The Angels Gained another Beautiful Angel ~ may you Rest in Peace xoxo ❤

Karen & Scott Milkeris

August 15, 2016

Our deepest sympathies. The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Anthony Pruitt

August 15, 2016

Our family extends the deepest of sympathy to the family of John Vilimek. Earth has no sorrow that the heavens cannot heal. May your happy memories give you comfort at this time.

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Pruitt Sr.

Ted & Linda Pogorzelski

August 14, 2016

We are so sorry, we are heartbroken over this. He was a fighter/warrior to the end & never gave up. The family is in our thoughts & prayers. The beautiful memories, Love & support will help you through this difficult time.

George Robert Rohde

August 14, 2016

Extending my deepest sympathies to you and your family, Dennis during this time.

Missy

August 14, 2016

There are no words that can express the sorrow we are feeling. This isn't how it was supposed to be. My heart is forever broken.

Marilynn Kamuda Leato

August 13, 2016

Good memories of John in Auto Shop. Our Condolences

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