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Mark Szekely Obituary

Szekely, Mark J. Mark J. Szekely, beloved husband of Francine (nee Brocato); loving father of Robin Szekely; dear brother of Jon (Melissa) Szekely and Barbara Polhemus; cherished son of the late Robert and Shirley Szekely; dearest Godfather of Donna; devoted uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mark was an accomplished guitarist and lover of all music. Visitation Thursday 3:00 to 9:00 PM. Funeral Friday 9:00 AM from Lawn Funeral Home 7909 State Road (5500 W) Burbank, IL 60459 to St. Albert the Great Church. Mass 9:30 AM. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708-636-2320

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 3, 2013.

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Tom Scherschel

March 1, 2013

God bless you and keep you Mark.

January 10, 2013

Mark was my guitar teacher way back in 1974. He was talented, smart and dedicated. His exuberant love of music was infectious. I will miss his brilliance.

Melissa Szekely

January 5, 2013

At this time, I just want to say how great it was to see how much Mark meant to so many people. He was such a caring, and great person and a great brother-in-law. He had a beautiful service and I know he is in a better place, free from pain and suffering. Mark we will miss and love you always....

Rick Miklos

January 5, 2013

I'm sorry I couldn't make the wake or funeral. I've missed the long conversations with Mark since our days of hanging out till closing at The Balloon. I just put up a selections of my MPG music at Amazon under the title of Contradiction that I'm sure Mark would have loved to hear. I know all of the guys who hung out with Mark will miss him and his guitar playing.

Rick Miklos
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January 4, 2013

So sorry for your loss. The Beeter Family

Jennifer Mullen

January 3, 2013

May you rest in peace for eternity and shadow over your family as their guardian angel until you will once reunite again in the hands of God!

Margaret colley

January 3, 2013

Whose going to cacluate math for me now? Heaven certainly gained another angel. God bless all of you and may he hold you in the palm of his hands as you mourn the loss of such a wonderful man. I know he is smiling down on his family and friends as he picks up his favorite guitar.

Christ and Lorri Andronis

January 3, 2013

Mark was guitar players' guitar player. In high school I could only look on in awe, not only because of his prowess, but his unassuming manner. No ego at all, just the pure joy of creating music. Play on Mark, wherever you are.

January 3, 2013

Sending my love and support from Vancouver. Wish I could be there to give you all my hugs in person. He blinded me with Science will forever remind me of your wonderful husband/dad. Love always Karen Theberge Hrycenko

Rosemary Karner

January 3, 2013

Fran, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I didn't personally know Mark, but I can determine through what i have read that he was greatly loved. God bless the Szekely Family.

Eric Novotny

January 3, 2013

Mark was my dearest boyhood friend growing up together in Chicago. He had a superb sense of humor and was the most honest, open friend that I had at that time. I am sure his current friends and family will miss him dearly. I will remember him fondly.

Calm sea and prosperous voyage.

Ed & Carol Tannheimer

January 3, 2013

Mark was a kind and loving person all of his life. He was a true gentleman and the greatest guitarist that I have ever played in a band with. Music for me will not be the same. Carol and I will miss his visits to Arizona. He will be in our hearts forever.

Jim Holton

January 3, 2013

Jon, Barb, Fran and the entire Szekely Family -

Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Mark was truly a great guy and outstanding musician who helped inspire others to pursue the joy of music.

Take comfort in the fact that you will one day see him again and that he is now watching over all of you.

Jim & Barb Holton

Cindi Sansone

January 3, 2013

I will be with you in spirit today! May God hold you and your family in his loving arms.

Mary Rose Norcross

January 3, 2013

So sorry I can't make it up there, but you have my prayers and best wishes Fran! God bless you!

Jon C. Szekely

January 3, 2013

Too soon to lose such a great man but at least his years of suffering are over now. Heaven has gained a hero and a great guitarist. I will always love and remember my brother. You are "Zubock"!

patricia Nicklow

January 3, 2013

many blessings to the family and friends of this dear man. there is no more suffering now and he is playing his guitar with the best. call if you need me i have a big shoulder..and not that far away

Mary Ann Ochwat

January 3, 2013

I will be with you in spirit today! May God hold you and your family in his loving arms.

January 3, 2013

We are saddened by your loss Fran & Robin. Mark is resting in God's loving arms, free of pain, looking down and smiling on the loves of his life. I will light our memory candle for him this week. Paul & Patty

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