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Lillian Svoboda Obituary

Svoboda, Lillian 74, of Westmont, Illinois. Loving sister of Patricia (late Fitz) Fitzgerald and the late Phyllis DeLisle; longtime companion of the late Frank DiLeonardo; proud mother of Terry Klonowski, Peggy (Nick) Nakielny, Ellen (Walter) Richter, Dan (Kerry) Svoboda; beloved grandmother of Kristyn (Michael Dunn), Jamie, and Anthony Klonowski; Bob (Kaylee), Patty, and Nick Nakielny, Dan (Cat), Casey and Ryan Richter, and Abigale, Rory, Clare, Calie and Shea Svoboda; beloved great-grandmother of Caydan and Annabelle Richter; "Grandma Lill" to Janae Fry; sister-in-law of Jean (Jim) Cook and Joan (late Jack) McGeever; aunt to many nieces and nephews; and a wonderful friend to countless people, including Joann Shanahan. Lill had a special wit about her and put a smile on everyone's face with her outgoing personality and good heartedness. She will be remembered by all for her hard work, generosity and dedication to her family. Mass and memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Isaac Jogues Church, located at 306 W. Fourth Street, Hinsdale, Illinois 60521. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Lillian Svoboda to The Wounded Warrior Project.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 8, 2013.

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Johanna and Paul Tallarovic

November 30, 2013

Just found out about Lillian's passing, we are deeply saddened. Lillian was a former neighbor and true friend. She was one in a million with a generous heart and a welcome for everyone. She gave sound advice and asked for nothing in return. I will remember her for the rest of my days. God bless and farewell until we meet again.

Randy Cevela

November 11, 2013

To the Svoboda Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy and Lillian was a great neighbor in the same buidling where I am at ( #202)and miss her sitting outside.

November 9, 2013

Dear Terry, Peg and family,
So sorry for your loss. Aunt Lil was a big part of my young life. I have many fun memories with all of you. Life is not how many breaths you take, but the memories and the legacy you leave. My heart and prayers are with all of you at this time. May God bless all of you. Aunt Lil , you will be in my heart always.

Laura (Di Cosola) Mlinarcik

Holly Benavente

November 9, 2013

I'll always remember my weekend in Vegas with "the golden girls". What a wonderful woman!

deb petrungaro

November 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Patty Nakielny

November 8, 2013

Grandma was the most loving and selfless person on the planet. She was so much fun and took everyone in as if they were her own. She was the fighting Irish :0) strong and persistent! Gram had a heart of gold, could make a mean batch of cookies and sure did know how to work a slot machine! She will be missed emensly!!! <3 you

Philomena Glynn

November 8, 2013

Good-Bye My Dearest Friend I shall miss you more than you know. Loved you then and Love You more now.

Maureen (Glynn) O'Neill

November 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. Lill was a great lady. My mom has lost her best friend.

Petrina Bell

November 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this very difficult time.

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