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Paul Ziencina Obituary

Ziencina, Paul "Rick" R. age 55, passed away October 22, 2005, a resident of Matteson for 27 years, formerly of Chicago. He was a mechanic for Overnight Transportation in Bedford Park, a member of American Legion Berwyn Post and was a veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by his loving family; his wife, Mary Ann Ziencina (nee Ramirez); two brothers, John Ziencina and Thomas (Tammy) Ziencina; two sisters, Patricia (Ralph) Baumann and Susan (Demitri) Zaharias; sister-in-law, Rose Kessler; three brothers-in-law, Robert Selfridge, Daniel Corleone and Kenneth Rossi, also survived by many niece and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Matthew and Mary Vivian (nee McAley) Ziencina. Famiyl will receive friends Friday, October 28, 2005, from 4 until 8 p.m., at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way (corner of LaGrange Rd., south of Lincoln Highway), Frankfort, IL 60423, Memorial service Saturday, October 29, 2005, 9 a.m., leaving for St. Anthony Church, 7659 W. Sauk Trail, Frankfort, IL 60423 for a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Frankfort. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Joliet Area Community Hospice, 250 Waterstone, Joliet, IL 60431. Info: 815-806-2225.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 26, 2005.

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Keith Davis

October 27, 2005

MZ, our prayers are with you. Rick was always a breath of fresh air at all those company gatherings. I will miss his smile and witty comments, and wonderful stories. Sincerely, kd.

Benita Wilczynski

October 26, 2005

Dear Mary Ann: I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Though I only met and spoke to Rick a couple of times, I will always remember how friendly and easy he was to talk to. Al and I will remember him and you in our prayers. Love, Benita

Bob & Cheryl Pienkowski

October 25, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ricky was a great friend and we will miss him.

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