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Lillian Kocanda Obituary
Kocanda, Lillian F. (nee Kotan), loving and devoted wife of the late Joseph Kocanda, daughter of the late Frank and Anne (nee Holusek) Kotan, loving mother of Carol (Joseph) Hora, Debra (Michael) Winiars, Anne (James) Ross and Lillian (Thomas) Kinney, dear grandmother of Michelle (Tim), Joseph (Maria), Frank (Diane), Melissa (Mark), Michael (Beth) and Mark, great-grandmother of Brent, Zachary, Meagan, Ethan, Joshua, Felicia and Michael Jr. Fond sister of the late Frank (Madeline), and Jon Kotan, the late Mary Dubanski, Rose (late Anthony) Savaiano, Elizabeth Kundert, Anne Bukovski, and Emily Mitchell, loving aunt of Anthony (Maggie) Savaiano, late Joanne Kozak as well as many other nieces and nephews, also survived by her brother and sister-in-laws and her many friends. Member of the St. Mary of Czestochowa Seniors Club and Rosary Confraternity, and the LaGrange Conficare. She enjoyed watching T.V., playing Bingo, Cards, going to her clubs, going for rides to spend time at the local River Boats and just loving life. She worked as a lunch mother at Woodbine School in Cicero before retiring. Funeral Saturday, September 30th, 9 a.m., at Suburban Family Funeral Home 5940 W. 35th. St., (Corner 35th. & Austin) Cicero to St. Mary of Czestochowa Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-652-1116. 
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David Dubanski
March 2, 2007
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss, my condolences and heartfelt sympathy go out to you and yours, I was just wondering if the Late Mary Dubanski she was related to had lived in chicago, if so, that was my mother, please have a good day, and remember, she is in a much better place now, at the side of God, can not get better thatn that
Stephanie (Sulka) Ahern
October 9, 2006
I want to give my condolence to you on the passing of your mom. I will always remember Auntie Lillie's famous laugh and how she always had a smile on her face love to give. May she rest in the arms of God.
Penny Sulka
October 8, 2006
I was deeply saddened by the news of your mothers passing. I would like to tell you the good memories will stay forever. Just let the time pass and you will always feel her near.
Lillian Kinney
October 5, 2006
It's so hard to lose someone you love, especially when their your best friend in all the world. My mother was my friend, my confidant, my biggest fan.
In her last years we were together 24/7, I stil go to her room every day and my heart hurts that she's not there. They say time heals all wounds, but I have a hole in my heart that will never heal. I will miss her all the days of my life!
To all our family, friends, neignbors, co-workers:
Thank you so much for all the beautiful flowers, cards and sincere condolences.
I Love You Mommy!
Your Baby,
Lilly
Sheila (Smith) Padgen
October 4, 2006
Carol, I'm so sorry that I was out of town last week-end & unable to attend your mom's wake, but I wanted to extend my deepest sympathy to you & your family on your loss. May all the happy memories of your mom get you through these sad days & know that my thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
Kathy Lattuca
September 29, 2006
To Lil's family-I met your mother at Tops. She was so friendly and happy. She had such a wonderful laugh, and was always a lot of fun. Please accept my sympathy on your loss.
Jim and Barb Justic
September 29, 2006
During this difficult time, just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Walczak
September 29, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Eric Larson
September 29, 2006
Carol,
Sorry to read about the passing of your mother.
Eric Larson
Michelle Mickens
September 28, 2006
These are, by far, the saddest days of my life. My gradmother will be greatly missed, and she was even more adored and loved than I could ever express in words.
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