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Philip Kareiva Obituary

Kareiva, Philip W. age 52 of Lyons. Beloved husband of Georgene (nee Pilafas), loving son of William and Julia (nee Yuska) Kareiva, dear brother of Sharon Kareiva and the late Ronald (Victoria) Stasulas, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Wednesday, January 23, 8:45 a.m. from Kuratko-Nosek Funeral Home, 2447 S. DesPlaines Ave., North Riverside, to St. Leonard Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Casimir Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to Misericordia in the name of Sharon Kareiva. Info., 708-447-2500 or www.kuratkofuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 20, 2008.

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September 23, 2017

Bishop quarter military academy? I think Phil was in my class! Not sure but sorry to see this . I was looking up old classmates, so sad. Hank Ebeling

January 24, 2008

January 24, 2008

Jill Drum

January 23, 2008

Philly, I am so sad that you are gone. I only met you at Dad's funeral, but you seemed like such a great guy. It would have been nice to hang out with you and Georgene since you two lived so close to Gene and I. Gina just thought you were so funny. You would have been proud of your wife. She said the best stuff about you yesterday. Dad must have told you how great it is up there that you just had to check it out for yourself. Well I hope you guys are enjoying yourself up there. I will see you and Dad later...I would like to enjoy it down here just for a little bit longer. Please let the head boss up there know that.

Corrine Popelka

January 23, 2008

Georgene:
So sorry to hear of your loss. You have a lifetime of memories with Phil. If I can do anything for you, do not hesitate to contact me.

Phil surrounded by his family

January 22, 2008

Andy Ripeckyj

January 22, 2008

Dear Georgene,
I was very sorry to hear this terrible news. I've known you only a short time but have enjoyed our little visits when I'm in your area. Not to mention how much I've appreciated all your help with so many things. I wish you the very best in this difficult time.
Andy Ripeckyj

Eric Raketic

January 21, 2008

Tracy and I are still at a loss for words regarding Phil's passing. It is at times such as these that we are reminded of how fragile life is and how quickly it can be lost.

We miss your truck in the driveway, and will miss our random late night chats in our back yards about our houses, cars, the neighbors, and even our trees. Our dogs have been looking for you at night for days now, and seem sad when they dont see you, especially Jessica, our German Shepherd. She loved running up to you for attention.

We will keep an eye out for Georgene and your house as always.

Your Neighbors. May you Rest in Peace.

Francine O'Connor

January 20, 2008

My dear Georgene,
You are in my thoughts and prayers dueing this very difficult time in your life.
Francine

VICKY STASULAS

January 20, 2008

PHIL IT IS STILL SO UNREAL THAT NOT EVEN A MONTH AGO MY SWEETHEART AND YOUR BROTHER {BRO} PASSED AWAY.I GUESS GOD HAS A PLAN FOR US ALL BUT I DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH THE FAMILY CAN TAKE.YOU WERE A GREAT GUY AND BROTHER IN LAW.PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND RONNIE.LOVE AND MISS YOU. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN VICKY

Msgr John Farrell Council

January 20, 2008

On behalf of Msgr JOHN FARRELL COUNCIL K OF C (Berwyn,Il) our deepest sympathy to the Kareiva families

Rich and Rick Smith

January 20, 2008

Will really miss seeing you at Family Fest at Misericordia. Seems lately that was the only time we got to see. You will be missed dearly.

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