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Joseph Shaker Obituary

Shaker, Joseph R. age 82, of River Forest; beloved husband of Helen; loving father of Anthony (Lucy), Joseph G. (Teresa), Elizabeth (the late Dan Carlson), Catherine (Robert) Breit, and John (the late Jacqueline) Shaker; devoted grandfather of 13 and great-grandfather of 2; dear brother of Mitchell (the late Mary) Shaker and Josephine (the late John) Stets and the late Simon (Peggy) Shaker; fond uncle of many. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m. at Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church, 950 N. Grace St., Lombard, IL, 60148. Funeral Services will begin on Saturday at 9:45 a.m. at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, Lathrop & North Av., River Forest. Private interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105, or Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church are appreciated. Arrangements by: Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home. 708-383-3191.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Shaker

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Angela Costanzi

April 24, 2006

To the Shaker Family,



May the wonderful memories comfort you all in your time of sorrow.



With sympathy,

Raymond Luperini

April 17, 2006

Dear Mrs. Shaker and Family,

I am sorry to hear about Mr. Shaker so late. My deepest sympathy and my prayers will be with you. Your waiter form Our Lady of Lebanon.

Laura Vaught

April 14, 2006

To The Shaker Family,

My father said to me "It's not what a man does for a living that will be his testamonial. It will be the Love he leaves behind." May his Love continue to grow and surround you. May you continue to share that Love as he has taught you.

With my deepest Sympathy to you,

Laura Vaught, R.N.

Tom Nakley

April 12, 2006

To the Shaker Family,



Please accept my deepest condolences. My sister (Florence Nakley Wansack)of Youngstown, O.mailed me the sad news. Always have faith in the Lord, and be assured we will all rejoice together with Him.

Lynn Osborn

April 11, 2006

To all members of the wonderful Shaker family,

We did not know Joseph, but knowing his son Anthony, Lucy and their son Anthony, gives us a glimpse of what a lovable, generous man he was. These qualities live on in Joseph's entire family, so he will always be with you. We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. May Joseph's good works always give you comfort.



The Osborn Family, Lynn, Tom, Kevin and Danielle. (Pittsburgh, PA)

Colleen Goggin Krupa

April 10, 2006

Dear Shaker Family,

Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I will miss seeing Grandpa Shaker on walks down Franklin. I'm certain he's in Heaven looking over his ever-growing family. God Bless you all.

Sarah Powers-Lessman

April 9, 2006

A strong and loving family is the greatest legacy left by any person. My prayers are with all of you.

James P. Perkins Winston Advertising

April 8, 2006

Joe will be missed by all who knew him.

His dedication to business and the

philanthropic community can stand as an

example to all. Our sincere regrets

to the entire Shaker family.

JO KORTE

April 8, 2006

DEAR SHAKER FAMILY,

I MET MR SHAKER THROUGH MY BOSS, DR. NAFFAH. HE WAS SUCH A SWEET MAN. I WILL MISS SEEING HIM ON HIS VISITS TO WESTLAKE. HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE AND SOMETHING CUTE TO SAY. MAY I EXTEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AT THE LOSS OF SUCH A LOVED MAN.

Rodney Odelson

April 7, 2006

To the Shaker Family,



Its been a while since We've spoken to the family.

Please accept our deepest sympathy.

I will always remember Joseph Shaker.

Vicki Bertucci

April 7, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Toni Andrews

April 7, 2006

My deepest sympathy.

PAUL SALEM

April 7, 2006

Dear Helen and family. Sorry,we can't be with you.Our though and prayers are with you and your family. Joe,will be greaty missed,but he is at peace. YOUR COUSIN JERRIE NIAM,EM/LEN BOLDEN AND PAUL SALEM

Ellen & Kevin Glassberg

April 7, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Barry Smith

April 7, 2006

Joey and Family,

although I have not seen or talked to you and "Pop" in a number of years, he was always in my thoughts. He is deeply missed. My deepest sympathies

Sophia ,Leo & Marcus Lemonis

April 7, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies and

Joe will be in our prayers.

Dan, Christine,Adam and Nick and All of the Parro Family

April 7, 2006

To Joe,Terry and the entire Shaker family, The Parro Family would like to extend our deepest heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your father and patriarch of the Shaker family.

Vicki Vaisvila

April 7, 2006

The Cozy Corner is very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathy

Walt & Elna Niezabitowski

April 6, 2006

We extend our deepest condolences, sympathy and prayers on the passing of Joseph, whom we have been privileged to have known for only a moment in terms of eternity. We believe he is now in God's hands, and we pray that God's blessings and grace provide his loving family and friends the needed comfort and strength to get through these difficult times.

Bill Sullivan (and Family)

April 6, 2006

Dear Friends:



Peace and blessings to all of you. Mr. Shaker was the rock and soul of a Family I so deeply admire. Our prayers are with you. With profound respect,

Amer Jamal

April 6, 2006

I will miss you. I loved you like a father. God have a place for you with Danny in haven.

Mr. and MRS. Simon Peters (mabel)

April 6, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Bruce Papkin

April 6, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Maria Marino

April 6, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. I am thankful to have the pleasure of working for his organization and St. Jude. His lucky hand shakes will be missed.

Mary Berardi

April 6, 2006

To the Shaker family.

My deepest sympathies go out to all the Shakers. Mr. Shaker was a fine man. He will surely be missed. It's nice to know we have an angel in heaven looking out for us. God Bless All Of You.

paula anderson

April 6, 2006

He always had a smile, kind word, and an open-door policy for his great nieces and nephews.

Love,

Peter, Paula, Deirdre, Michele, Jill and Alyce

Steve & Jo Anne Morriello

April 6, 2006

Our sincerest sympathy to all of you! My parents (Si & Mabel Peters) always spoke highly of him and the family!

Peter and Sandra Briggs

April 6, 2006

Surely the Lord is celebrating his newest arrival. May you find peace in your faith and the strength of your family. We are thankful to have had the opportunity to have known Grandpa. Thanks for sharing him.

Pete and Sandy

Vanessa Hutsler

April 6, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

David Hoppe

April 6, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Sara Rossi

April 6, 2006

Dear Elizabeth,



I am so very sorry for your loss. You are my best friend and I know how much you love and cherish your grandfather. My heart is with you and your family now and always.



Love,

Sara

Tommy Williams

April 6, 2006

Bahebak ya ami.



Your great nephew,

April 6, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathy.



Our thoughts and prayers and with all of you.



God bless you!



Robert, Nikki, Victoria and Christina Teik

Michael Kolpas

April 5, 2006

To the Shaker Family:



The Pioneer Press family is very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathies.



Michael Kolpas



Michael Kolpas

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