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Peter Vasil Obituary

Vasil Jr., Peter M. age 71, beloved son of the late Peter Sr. and Adelaide Vasil, dear brother of Janet (the late Thomas) Maher, Robert (Pam) Vasil and the late Edward "Hook" Vasil, dearest uncle of Ricky Maher, Sammy and Stacy Kennedy, Johnny Ryan Jr. and Bill Hoynes, who stuck with him through the end and Tommy (Maureen) Maher, Kara (Jay) Simone and Deanna (Max) Comeaux, devoted cousin to Joan Trentz, John Sr. (Bern) Ryan, cherished nephew to Bernice Geiselman and the late Irene McCormick, fond godfather of Donna Bracken, and a good and true friend to Pat Hughes and everyone who knew him as a lifelong neighbor in Canaryville and by his constant presence at Boyces Park. Resting at Thomas McInerney's Sons Funeral Home, 4635 S. Wallace St., (46th Place at McInerney's Corners), where funeral services will be held Friday at 8 p.m. Visitation Friday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Interment private. 773-268-0703.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 31, 2007.

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June 4, 2007

Dear Janet,
I am sorry I missed the wake, Peter was such a big part of my childhood. He will be missed by many. I hope to see you soon. Take care of yourself.

Love Debbie Ligue ( your niece)

Ann McBroom

June 4, 2007

To my Esmeralda,
Pete, when I think of you, I remember the happy times at Boyce. Thanks for watching out for me.
Love, your Esmeralda

Jennie O'Connell

June 4, 2007

Bob, just found out about the loss of your brother.I work at McCormick Place with Mary Murphy. I hope all is well with your family. We moved out of the city about two years ago,Willow Springs.I still keep in touch with Marilyn, we would love to hear from you. Again, my condolences to you and your family.

Pat Tager

May 31, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with Bob and Pam and family.

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