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Mary Oprondek Obituary

Oprondek, Mary Lou

Mary Lou Oprondek nee Koston, age 75, late of Orland Park. Beloved wife of Jerome S. Oprondek; devoted mother of Jenifer (Kevin) Kunstman, Jill (Mike) Noonan, Jessica (Paul) Feldman, and Jerome M. (Jackie) Oprondek; proud grandmother of 13; loving sister of the late Diane Kalec and Sandra Brady; dear sister-in-law of Michael F. (Cookie) Oprondek; kind aunt of many nieces and nephews. Mary Lou enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, traveling, playing pinochle, and slot machines when visiting casinos. Memorial Visitation Saturday November 18th from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 7:00 p.m. at Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service), 14318 S. LaGrange Rd., (Northbound traffic, U-turn permitted at 143rd St.), Orland Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 708-460-2300 or thornridgefuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 12, 2023.

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Daniel kalec

November 18, 2023

Always a great memory

Linda Adelfio

November 18, 2023

My deepest condolences to Aunt Lou’s husband, children, grandchildren and entire family! She was a wonderful Angel and anyone who has known her was truly blessed! She always had a way to make us laugh. I will always remember our ice cream fiascoas well has her smile and warmth! Your in Gods arms now enjoy your next adventure! Love forever!

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Christopher Cokeley

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Carol and Larry

November 16, 2023

We will miss Mary Lou's humor and laughter even during the difficult times. The years of friendship are a gift we will always have in our memories.

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Love, Larry and Carol

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Denise Maulding

November 15, 2023

May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace . Tom and Denise Maulding

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November 14, 2023

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Denise Kauffman

November 10, 2023

May God comfort you during this loss.
Lance, Denise and Kelsey Kauffman

M/M Luke chmielewski

November 8, 2023

May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace thru the mercy of God. Such a sweet gal.

The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home

November 12, 2023

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Thornridge Funeral Home of Orland Park (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

14318 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL 60462

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14318 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL 60462

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