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1925

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2020

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Patricia Zubinski Obituary

Zubinski, Patricia M. (nee Mohr) 94, cherished wife of the late Peter Zubinski; beloved mother of Paul (Barbara), the late Beth (James) Heidel, Laura (William) Plank, and Tony (Rita); dearest grandmother "Mima" of Peter, Marie, Daniel (Katherine), Kenneth (Allison), Patricia (Milton), Ian, Alyssa, Kristyn, William, and Joseph; loving great-grandmother of Bennett, Nolan, Grace, and future Baby Green; devoted sister of Virginia Smolinski, the late Kenneth, the late Geraldine, and Jacquelyn; and aunt and great-aunt of many. Proud member of the Council of Catholic Women at Immaculate Conception Parish and avid bridge player. Services are private at St. Nicholas Cemetery. In memory of Patricia, donations may be made to The Arthritis Foundation www.arthritis.org/donate. Sign Guest Book at legacy.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 24, 2020.

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Barbara Elder

June 9, 2020

We are happy to have met this special lady, Paul's mom! She raised a fine son and our dear friend. How wonderful to have lived such a long life and to be taken in such a peaceful way!

Virginia Smolinski

June 3, 2020

We have asked the Little Sisters of the Poor, St. Mary's Home, to remember our sisters and aunts Pat and Geri in their prayers.
Jackie Mohr and Gini Smolinski and Family,

James Heidel

May 24, 2020

To a mother who was always welcoming to me. I will miss you so much. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Michael Carlson

May 24, 2020

Kitty and I would like to express our condolences over the loss s of both your mother Pat and your Aunt Geri. It is especially difficult to lose two family members so close together. We will make a donation to Little Sisters of the Poor in their honor.

Kim Crowley

May 23, 2020

We are very sorry for your loss.

Paul Zubinski

May 23, 2020

Mom died peacefully in her sleep at home just as she had hoped for.

Marty & Opal Perlow

May 21, 2020

Sincere condolences to the whole Zubinski family! Hoping that with each passing day, it should get a little easier for you all.

Paul Kramer

May 20, 2020

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

Sally Monsier

May 19, 2020

She loved her cards bridge & pinochle Have known her for over 50 yrs. from Immaculate Conception Church and school.
Also got close to her at Resurrection Retirement Community for the past 2 years. She was well loved. Will miss her

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