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Joseph LoPresti Obituary

LoPresti, Joseph "Red" Age 77, Korean War Army Veteran, beloved husband of the late Dolores, nee Gress; devoted father of Joseph (Chris), Robert (Barb), Richard, John (Tina) and Nancy LoPresti; proud grandfather of Joey (Aimee), Jason, Brittany, Justin, Johnny and Jenna; loving brother of Ben (Liz), Geno, the late Ambrose, Ignatius and Theresa (Larry) Riccio. Funeral Monday 9:00 AM from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn to St. Francis of Assisi Church. Mass 10:00 AM. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Info.: 708-636-1193 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 17, 2010.

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Tony Margis,jr

March 17, 2011

1954 Army boot camp picture with my dad. Anthony Margis in Fort Leonardwood.
Looking for old pictures of "RED" and my dad in the army. [email protected]

Brad White

December 18, 2010

My Uncle Joe taught me many things about life, most importantly about hard work and the value of a dollar. I will always love, respect and miss you. Rest in peace Uncle Joe.

Angie White

December 18, 2010

Celebrating a life well lived. He was very much loved by all his family and friends and may we all take a moment to smile while cherishing the memories forever.

Jim Watters

December 17, 2010

Joe was a good friend and fellow baseball player. Joe drove my wife to church when we where married 54 years ago.May Joe now rest in peace.

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