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Karen Janecek Obituary

Janecek, Karen L. (nee Kolodziej), dearly beloved wife of Jerry J. Janecek; loving mother of Scott, Brad (Jennifer) and Erik (Beata) Janecek; devoted nana of Julia, Rachel, Gavin and Corey; cherished sister of Ronald (Judy) Kolodziej; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 9:00 a.m. from Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Road (5500 W), Burbank, IL 60459 to St. Albert the Great Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708-636-2320

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 16, 2014.

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Sheila Cruz (Ebbing)

November 30, 2020

So sorry for the loss of Karen. I'm remembering all the fun we used to have in high school. Here's to our meeting again in heaven, Karen.

rick nuzzo

November 19, 2014

my deepest condolences..rick nuzzo

Diane Markowicz

November 17, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the Janecek and Kolodziej families. She will be missed by all of her friends at St. Casimir Class of 1966.

November 17, 2014

My condolences to you & the kids Jerry Klem

Donna Contri-Rolan

November 17, 2014

Sad to hear the passing of Karen. We grew up together went to High School together. So glad that we were able to meet again after many years being separated. With much love to your family.

November 16, 2014

Jerry and family, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Working with Karen at OLCH was an adventure. Never knew what she'd say or do. Always had us laughing. She will be missed. Chris and Rodney Philgren

one of our reunions on Sept. 12, 2009. This a very happy photo of Karen, me (behind Karen), and our friends.

Sheila Cruz (nee Ebbing)

November 16, 2014

To my high school friend Karen: I've been thinking of you this past week and now I know why. I wish we could have gotten together one last time. Here's to all the good memories we enjoyed together throughout high school.

To Karen's husband, children, brother and family: My condolences on the loss of a good woman, mother, and sister. My heart goes out to you.

Patricia Stanek

November 16, 2014

So sorry to hear of the passing of Karen. I went to high school with her and just received an email from Sheila about Karen's passing. Unfortunately I will be out of town on Monday and Tuesday so I will not be able to make the viewing and funeral. My deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. My prayers are with you.

November 16, 2014

My condolences to you and your Family Jerry. Tom Vargas Retired Employee of Allstate

November 16, 2014

Im very sorry for your lost
from the kolodziejczak family

Carol Cramer (McManus)

November 15, 2014

Jerry & Family- Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

November 15, 2014

Jerry and his family,
My sympathies to you and your family. Karen was a sweetheart. I so enjoyed talking to her when she would come into the office. She always brightened my day. She talked about her children and grandchildren each and every time she came in. She loved them very much. I loved teasing Jerry with his "tough act" he always came in with. Karen would always wink at me when I would tease him. Karen couldn't sing your praises enough Jerry, she loved you and all you did for and with her. My prayers are with you and your family. She will be missed.
Kathie White
Dr Tucker's Office PSR

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7909 State Rd., Burbank, IL 60459

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7909 State Rd., Burbank, IL 60459

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