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Penelope Gordon Obituary

Gordon, Penelope "Penny" (nee Shaggis) 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Spiro G.; devoted mother of George (Peggy) and Bill (Lynn); cherished grandmother of Kristina (Ken) Spiewak, Jared (Niki) Amy, Adam and Andrew; loving great-grandmother of Dacey, Myla and Adalyn; dear sister of Jennie Consiglio and the late Nicke Colson. Visitation Thursday, 3:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Friday, 9:15 a.m. from the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 West 127 Street, Crestwood, to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church for a 10:00 a.m. liturgy. Entombment Evergreen Mausoleum. Trisagion service Thursday 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Penelope's name to St. Nicholas Church would be appreciated. 708 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 18, 2015.

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Donna Mazalin

February 19, 2015

Jared, Peggy and George and all of the family - Bob and I are so sorry to hear this sad news. Eric had been sharing some information. While I want to be there in person tonight to pay my respects to all of you, I am unable to attend. I hope you understand.
Donna & Bob Mazalin

Eric Wermes

February 18, 2015

I'm very sorry for your family's loss. Your Nona was a real nice person. My thoughts are with all of you.

Harry and MaryBeth Siaggas

February 18, 2015

We're sorry we aren't able to be there, but we send our deepest sympathies and wishes for your family. Harry and MaryBeth Siaggas

February 18, 2015

God bless you Penny. Rest in peace. The girls from United Savings of America will miss you.
Pam Scrip

From the Becvar Family

February 18, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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for Penelope Gordon

Feb

19

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Becvar & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Care - Crestwood

5539 West 127th Street, Crestwood, IL 60418

Feb

19

Service

6:00 p.m.

Becvar & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Care - Crestwood

5539 West 127th Street, Crestwood, IL 60418

Feb

20

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Becvar & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Care - Crestwood

5539 West 127th Street, Crestwood, IL 60418

Feb

20

Liturgy

10:00 a.m.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

IL

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Becvar & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Care - Crestwood

5539 West 127th Street, Crestwood, IL 60418

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