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Michael Phalen Obituary

Phalen, Michael R. Marine Corps Vet, of Beecher, formerly of Hazel Crest, beloved husband of Betty (nee Hawkins), loving father of Debbie (Jeff) Dubelbeis, Linda (Tom) Markanich, Ed (Anna) Phalen, Michelle Phalen and Jennifer (Ken) Newberry, dear brother of Donald (Marcy) Phalen and Kathleen (Terry) Phillips, cherished grandfather of 11, uncle of many nieces and nephews. Retired Vice-President of 1st Chicago Bank. Funeral service Tuesday, August 6th, 9:30 a.m. prayers at Ryan Funeral Home, 18022 Dixie Highway, Homewood, to St. Anne's Church in Hazel Crest. Mass 10 a.m. Visitation Monday, 2 to 9 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Cancer Support Center, Homewood, IL. Funeral info., 708-798-0331. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 4, 2002.

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Jim Sokoloski

August 12, 2024

I worked with Mike at FNB Chicago
Stock Transfer Dept.
A good guy. fun to work with

Kenneth Kremer

August 14, 2002

I was very distressed about mike's passing.We both started at the bank around the same time.I was out of town when I heard of his passing,John Troglia e=mailed me.Please accept our deepest sympathy Ken & Gloria Kremer & family

Diane Kariolic

August 6, 2002

My husband, Terry, and I are so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We worked with him at First National in Stock Transfer. He was always one of my favorite people with his great smile.

Phyllis Lake

August 6, 2002

I am very sorry for your family's loss. Mike was a very nice man. I worked with at Mike at First Chicago in Corporate Trust. My dad used to golf with

Mike and they were good friends.

Tracy Duncan

August 5, 2002

So very sorry for your loss. Mick was a great man and very well liked. He will be truly missed.

HENRY AND CAROL VIS

August 4, 2002

A GREAT NIEGHBOR AND FRIEND

Rich & Judi Kuykendall

August 4, 2002

So sorry to read about the lost of your loved one. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

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