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Louis Makowski Obituary

Makowski, Louis R. of New Carlisle, IN, Viet Nam Army Veteran, beloved father of Jeff (Cynthia) and Rich (Deena), grandfather of Richard, Sarah and Madisen, brother of Mickey Witsman and Jerry, son of Frances Makowski, uncle of two nieces and three nephews. Visitation 3 to 9 p.m., Friday, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th St. (at Fairview Ave.), Downers Grove, IL. Prayers 9:30 a.m., Saturday, from chapel to Our Lady of Peace Church, Darien for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment private. 630-964-6500. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 14, 2002.

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Rich Rodriguez

November 14, 2002

Lou, good friends are hard to find. i sure lost a great friend and neighbor in you. you will be missed greatly. see you in heaven. rich

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