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Joseph Rodgers Obituary

Rodgers, Joseph Emmett 70, of Grayslake, passed away July 22, 2006, beloved father of Laura (Michael) Mitchell, Suzie (Mark) Monckton and Joe (Linda) Rodgers, former husband and best friend of Sara Lee (Lerv) Schmidt, grandfather to Megan, Cassie, Jami, Michael, Chase, Kailey, Cole, Joey, and Ryan. Emmett was preceded in death by his parents, John and Annie (nee O'Donnell) Rodgers, brothers, Jamsie Rodgers and Charlie (Irene) Rodgers and sister, Catherine Neumann. Preceding in death also are his ex-in-laws in which he was very fond of, Josie and Paul, and sister-in-law, Norann Elarde. Fond brother of Nora (Tony) Forchione, Grace (Richard) Hyland, Bridget (Lenny) Skowronski, John (Jean) Rodgers, Peter (the late Mary Ann) Rodgers, Philip (Bobbi) Rodgers, Mary (the late Robert) O'Brien, Mildred (Vincent) Zingarelli and Annie (the late James) Getz, former brother-in-law to Victor (Patricia) Elarde, loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Emmett left behind many friends as well and those who knew him as "Grandpa" at Mitch's Chicago Style Grill in Grayslake. Visitation Tuesday, July 25th, at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL. 60030, 3 to 9 p.m. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL. 60030. Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville. Funeral info: 847-223-8122

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 24, 2006.

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Pamela Dietz

December 17, 2006

Dear Saralee, Laura, Suzie and Joey,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father, a very fun and loving man, would always make one feel like he/she was his own.
I did not know about your father until last week and I am so sorry that I was not there. When I think of your father I think of my childhood and have many fond memories of your Mom and Dad. What a great guy and I am sure he made a wonderful grandfather. All my best guys Pam Kluegel (DIETZ)

Bob/Terry

July 27, 2006

Laura and Mike and Family. I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Laura, I know what your going thru I just lost my Dad 2.5 weeks ago the pain is awful. Miss you guys on Mason. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Krueger

July 26, 2006

Dear Laura & Family, I was so very sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that mom and I are thinking of you at this difficult time. Love, Kathy & Fran Krueger

Karen Roberts

July 25, 2006

Sara, Joey, Laura & Suzie:

Joe was a really good guy. I've only known him since 1995 when I started at Rainbow Graphics. He talked every day about all of you and his grandchildren. He loved you all so much - you were all so very important to him. Even after he quit and I quit, we talked and a big part of his conversation was about his kids, the grandkids, Sara Lee, and of course, the restaurant. He was very proud of all of you and what you have accomplished. I am going to miss him calling me and saying HEY Karen - this is Joe! And one more thing - all the people who knew him where he delivered to when we worked together really liked him and when he quit - they would always ask me if I talked to him lately and how was he doing. He was really a very well liked person and I am sure you know that. We were all blessed in different ways to have him in our lives.

David Heeren

July 24, 2006

Dear Joe, Linda, Joey and Ryan, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad and Grandpa. You are all in our thoughts and prayers as well as your sisters and their families.



With love, David, Annie, Nick and Max

July 24, 2006

Dear Joe, Linda and family,

We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. We pray that your memories will sustain you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. With deepest sympathy.



Love,

Jeff, Roseann, Kristen, Anthony, and Michael

Gerald Elarde

July 24, 2006

We'll all miss you Emmett. Thanks for all the fun at the shop. Thanks for bustin my chops,(you were the best). You marrird my cousin (celery)you will always and forever be "FAMILY". With Love BEEF

Dawn Camp

July 24, 2006

Our prayers are with you all. Mitch's won't be the same without Grandpa.



Love- Dawn & Joel Camp

Paula Deppong

July 24, 2006

Your father will be greatly missed he was always so happy and funny. He made us laugh everytime we saw him. We can't express how sad we are. Love You All

Joe & Paula Deppong

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