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John Yanko Obituary

Yanko, John P. Age 86, U.S. Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Janet E. Yanko; loving father of Debra (Gary) Parker, David (Terry), John (Jill), Paul (the late Maggie), Wayne (Janet), Curtis (Jennifer) and the late Brian Yanko; stepfather of Chris (Ben) Winkelman and Thomas Brady; cherished grandfather and great-grandfather of many; fond uncle and dear friend of many. Visitation Friday 3:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday, May 6, 2017. Chapel Service 10:00 a.m. at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Ave., Worth. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Alsip. In lieu of flowers, donations to a veteran charity of your choice appreciated. Service information 708-448-6000 or www.schmaedekefuneralhome.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 4, 2017.

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May

5

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

IL

May

6

Funeral

10:00 a.m.

CLOSED-Schmaedeke Funeral Home

10701 S. Harlem Avenue, Worth, IL 60482

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10701 S. Harlem Avenue, Worth, IL 60482

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