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Patrick Wendorf Obituary
Wendorf, Patrick J. age 78, passed away at home February 27, 2010, native of Chicago, Retired Lieutenant, CFD with over 35 years of service, among them time spent with Rescue Squad 7, Hook and Ladder #14 and the Inspection Bureau; Navy Veteran of the Korean War, member of American Legion, Knights of Columbus and VFW; beloved husband of Elizabeth, nee Roth and the late Patricia, nee Powell; loving father of Kevin (Gwendoline Chan), John (Jade Huang) and Christina (John) Coleman; fond stepfather of Carol Schrader; proud grandfather of Michael, Daniel and Alison Wendorf and Patricia, Colleen, Christina, Meghan, Mary and Theresa Coleman; dear brother of Mae Rapmann and Marianne (the late Roger, CPD) Murphy and the late George and William Wendorf, Louise Stiles and Adeline Frank; cherished son of the late William and Mary, nee Harvey; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews; dear cousin and friend of many. Patrick's family thanks the tireless staff at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital including Drs. Zajak, Swade, Barr, Kinzler, Eisner and Pieta with special thanks also to Agnes G., Joanna K. and Zaya S. for all their help. Visitation Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. until time of funeral 9:00 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road, (½ mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Chicago Fire Department Widow and Orphans Fund, 121 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60602. For funeral information please call 1-630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com 
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Mike Hedberg
August 31, 2010
Appologies on the lateness of this response but I just learned of your loss. Condolences, prayers, love and peace to you all.
Mary Frank
March 3, 2010
My sincerest sympathey to Patrick's wife, and family at his passing. He made such effort to stay in contact with memebers of the Wendorf family. That will be fondly remembered. Mary Frank (Adeline Wendorf's daughter.)
Kelly Wendorf Mierzwa
March 2, 2010
I am sorry to hear about the loss of Patrick Wendorf. I am the granddaughter of George Wendorf. I have spoken with Patrick before trying to find out more information about my family. I would love to hear from any of the Wendorf Family. I will let my uncle Bill (William Wendorf) who lives in California know about the loss of his uncle.
Susie Franki
March 2, 2010
May your faith and the love of those who share your loss comfort you at this time of sadness.
Susie Frank
March 2, 2010
With Sympathy & Prayers.
Susie Frank
March 2, 2010
May the depth of your faith and the love of those who share your loss comfort you at this time of sadness.
With Sympathy and Prayers.
Susan Frank
March 2, 2010
To all of Uncle Pat's friends and family, you're in my prayers.
Jim Vitale
March 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wendorf family. Jim and Mary Vitale
Carl and Anne Lara
March 1, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and wishing you strength and peace.
March 1, 2010
Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers in this sorrowful time May God bless your family with peace and strength.from Donna,Debbie,Robin and Steven Theodore
March 1, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences from Danny Swaine & Benny Gosling & family. (Pompano Beach, Fl.
March 1, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences Danny Swaine & Benny Gosling & family from (Pompano Beach, Fl)
Fr. Thomas Nangle, Chaplain CPD
March 1, 2010
I knew Pat in the 1960's when I used to hang around the firehouse on Fillmore Street. It was one busy place with a lot of humor mixed in with the heroic things those fireman did every day and night. I'm sure Pat can stand before his God and be proud of his life. May he know perfect life with his Creator now. My prayers are with you.
The Gibbons Family
March 1, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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