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Phyllis Tumpich Obituary

Tumpich, Phyllis A. (nee Fattore) Age 90, late of Vets Park, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016. Beloved wife of John (Ret. Battalion Chief CFD) for 67 years; loving mother of Deanne Tumpich, John Jr. (Ret. Lt. CFD), Mary Beth (Patrick) Benson, Joseph Tumpich, Christine (Dane Mileusnich) Mazza and her daughter-in-law, Sharon Tumpich; adored grandmother of Dana (Dan) Lyons, Teresa (Cory) Blalock, Patrick Benson, Maggie Benson, Dominick Mazza, Melissa Tumpich and Marlee Tumpich; cherished great-"Gigi" of Ava, Colton, Matthew, Evie and Kate; dear sister of James (Marvene) Fattore, Charles (Nancy) Fattore, Faye (late Thomas) Predey, Bob (Jackie) Fattore and Ann Marie Fattore; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Phyllis was a longtime member and treasurer of Sacred Heart Altar and Rosary Society, Sacred Heart Choir, Mt. Carmel Alumni Mothers Club and retired secretary for Sacred Heart Grammar School. Visitation Sunday 1:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services Monday, April 18, 2016, 9:15 a.m. prayers from Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago to Sacred Heart Church. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the William J. Riley Memorial Residence of the Hospice of the Calumet Area preferred. 773-731-2749 www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 15, 2016.

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Laureen Jones

April 17, 2016

My deepest sympathies to the Tumpich and Benson Families. Praying you find comfort in this most difficult time.

Steve Neuhaus

April 16, 2016

Deanne and family
So sorry for your loss.
My prayers are with you.

Brian G

April 15, 2016

My deepest condolences to the Tumpich and Benson family!!

Kathy Quinn

April 15, 2016

My condolences to the Tumpich and Fattore families. Mrs.T. was one of my favorite neighborhood moms. May the memories of the joy and love you shared keep her close.

Kim Collett

April 15, 2016

We are deeply sorry <3 May God comfort you all through this difficult time. Love and God's grace, Kim and Zac Collett xo

April 15, 2016

My sincere condolences to the entire Tumpich Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Marilyn Rokita (St John, In)

Simo Dimic

April 15, 2016

My prayers and condolences to you and the family. May God wrap his arms round her and bring her home. Amen

Rich Krilich & Brothers

April 15, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to John Sr., and the entire Tumpich family and extended family and friends on the passing of Phyllis. We were very saddened to hear this news this week. May God grant her Eternal Peace!

Claudia Droski

April 15, 2016

My Condolences to the Tumpich Family

April 15, 2016

My Condolences to Mr.Tumpich,Deanna,John,MaryBeth,Joe and Chris and your entire family.My thoughts and prayers are with you at such a difficult time.

Don and Heidi Shone

April 15, 2016

To the Tumpich Family,
Our prayers are with you

Steve & Janice Krilich Family

April 15, 2016

We are very sorry to hear of your loss Tumpich family. You are all in our prayers.

Fr. Steven Lanza

April 15, 2016

Dear John (Tump), Deanne, and family: Phyllis was a wonderful woman, wife, mother, friend. During the wake and funeral, I will be on retreat. But my heartfelt prayers are with you all. Per your suggestion, I am making a donation to the hospice center. Peace.

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