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Octavia Wiercinski Obituary

Wiercinski, Octavia "Tavy" (nee Adkins), Age 48, passed away April 22 2011 surrounded by her loving family. Cherished wife of John, devoted mother of Kim, Angela, and Jean. Loving Nana of Ashley, Destinee and Tessa beloved daughter in law of Lillian Wiercinski. Dearest sister of Sally Velez and sister-in-law of Richard (Fran) Wiercinski, Joyce Lopez and Maria Wiercinski. Caring aunt and great aunt and a dear friend to many. Funeral service Wednesday April 27th at 10:30 am at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W Lawrence Ave Norridge. Interment Elm Lawn Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 4-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Wiercinski family would be greatly appreciated. Info: 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 25, 2011.

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Maria

April 19, 2020

Octavia had the biggest heart!

Sherrill

May 5, 2011

You will always hold a special place in all of our hearts.

April 27, 2011

You will always be in our hearts auntie. I miss you so much!

Allen & Diane Layburn

April 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

April 25, 2011

I'm going to miss you Tavy! You fought a hard battle, you displayed great strength, I will pray for your family so they too can be strong and find comfort in GOD, family and friends. maria g.

April 25, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathy. Your mom was a great lady; memories are a wonderful thing. I am praying for all of you during this difficult time.
Mrs. Marsh

April 25, 2011

Expressing our deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort at this difficult time. You and Tavi have been friends with us for many years, and we consider you a part of our family. Stay strong, we will be here if you need us.

Buzzy & Debbie Bruser

April 25, 2011

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. You and Tavi were very close friends of ours for many years. You will always be considered a part of our family. You and your family will always be in our prayers.

Jim Duffy

April 25, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

April 25, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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