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Melanie Huth Obituary

Huth, Melanie W. (LALA) (nee Hanley), of Hot Springs, AR, formerly from the Back of the Yards in Chicago, passed away December 28, 2007. Cherished by her partner, Donald Kriske; sons, Daniel (Veronica) Pokrajac, Guy (Kristi) Pokrajac; grandchildren, Nathan and Tori Pokrajac; brothers, the late Edmond (Nancy) Hanley, the late Eugene (Mary) Hanley, the late Brian Hanley, the late Kevin (Diane) Hanley, Michael (Christine) Hanley; and sister, Victoria Preston, many nephews and nieces. Prayers are accepted by the family due to a private cremation.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 12 to Jan. 13, 2008.

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Julie Staszak Martin

January 26, 2008

I will not forget Lala and her boys. She was a big part of my life. My deepest sympathy to the family. Julie Staszak MartinJ

Felicia Staszak (Dick)

January 25, 2008

My deepest sympathies to the family of Melanie Huth. I have many memories of LaLa. She was a wonderful friend to both of my parents and great mother to her kids and to all of my brothers and sisters. The most cherishable memory is when she helped my family move from 4832 South Paulina to Christopher. I will never forget that day, June 21st 1975. She will always be remembered!

Ed Staszak

January 24, 2008

My deepest sympathies go out to the family of Melanie (LA-LA). I will never forget the times living next door in Chicago. She will be missed.

donna (staszak) jackson

January 24, 2008

so sorry to hear of your loss, it is also a great loss to everyone who had the opportunity to know lala. she was a great neighbor and friend. i lost my mother this summer and i know they are in heaven together knowing we'll all be together again someday.

Carrie Staszak

January 24, 2008

I have the fondest memories of the times I spent with LA LA during my childhood. She had a wonderful spirit, was a great person and I think about all of the wonderful times often. I am sure she will be sadly missed.

Carrie (Next Door Neighbor in Chicago )

DIXIE LEE KALLENBORN

January 13, 2008

TO THE FAMILY OF "LALA"
I REMEMBER HER AS A YOUNG GIRL GROWING UP WITH OUR FAMIL IN THE "BACK OF THE YARDS" WHEN WE WERE ALL KIDS THEN.I MISS THE OLD NEIGHBORHOOD AND THE FRIENDS WE GREW UP WITH. TIME MAKES MANY CHANGES IN OUR LIVES BUT THE OLD FRIENDS ARE ALWAYS CHERISHED. GOD BLESS "LALA" AND HER FAMILY. WE'LL
ALL MEET AGAIN, ONE DAY, IN OUR FATHER'S HOUSE! OLD FRIEND AND NEIGHBOR,DIXIE LEE CROSBY(KALLENBORN)

Joe, Jen and Ryan Przybylski

January 13, 2008

We will never forget Lala. I spent a lot of time with her when I was a teenager and she made a huge difference in my life... She will always be remembered as a energetic, fun, kind, loving and wonderful person. And I will always remember her... I'll miss you Lala...

Jeff & Kathy Kriske

January 12, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Robert and Virginia Przybylski

January 12, 2008

Lala was a kind and generous person. She will not be forgotten and will remain in our hearts.

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