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Maria Gritsch Obituary
Maria Gritsch (nee Merkel) age 87. Beloved wife of the late Herbert. Devoted mother of Corey (Denise) and Heidi (Dwight) Gritsch Martino. Loving grandmother of Anthony, Francesca and Dylan. Visitation Sunday 3-9 PM at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Monday 930 AM service at the funeral home. Entombment Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974 4410
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Bill and Gail Schaefer
December 27, 2020
Sending our deepest sympathy and love to you and your family as you grieve your loss.
Gloria Martino
December 24, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
David Gaidas and Family
December 24, 2020
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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Dec
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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465
Dec
28
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