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Randall Kayes Obituary

Kayes, Randall J. age 69, Saturday, January 22, 2005, at his residence in Romeoville, formerly of Villa Park. Member of the Operating Engineer's Union Local #150 of Countryside, retiring in 1997 after more that 50 years of service. Loving husband of Barbara Kayes, devoted father of Deborah (Seth) Pearson and Dawn (Ken) Gabry, cherished grandfather of Emma-Leigh and Eryn, fond brother of Cynthia (Ron) Jarke, Eugene (Debbie) Kayes, Bonnie Bingham, Earl (Ingrid) Kayes, Joyce (Henry) Klushmeir, and Marilyn (Merle) Lightner, uncle of many nieces and nephews, preceded in death by his parents, Erastus and Irene Kayes, a son, Randy Kayes, also a brother, Delano Kayes. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. at the Anderson Memorial Chapel, 606 Townhall Dr. in Romeoville. Funeral Wednesday, January 26, 2005, 10 a.m. at the funeral home chapel. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery in Hillside. Per family's request, please omit flowers. 815-886-2323

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 24, 2005.

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Debbie Pearson

January 27, 2005

Dad, you were a great father and an even better grandfather. I will miss your strength. I will miss your advice. I will miss having you over to dinner with Gram. I will miss sitting on the deck with you in the summer just talking and visiting with neighbors. So many more things that it hurts to even think about. I am so sorry that you didn't make your 50 years with Gram and won't see Emma graduate from college or Eryn from high school/college, or their marriages or your great-grandchildren. We will never, ever forget you. P.S. Don't worry, we will take care of Gram forever.Love forever, Debbie

Dawn Gabry

January 27, 2005

Dad, you were the best dad anyone could ever have asked for. You will be more than missed. I love you, Dad.

Sue Roe Pearson

January 26, 2005

Dear Gram, Debbie,"Set", Dawn and Ken, and Emma and Eryn- wish we were there with "youse" today. We have been praying for you all. Pa was a good friend to Steve and a "Grand"-Pa to our kids, always interested in the "extended family" and we really appreciated his attention. We believe Pa has been reunited with Randy and they are both keeping an eye on us all. :) Love Always, Steve, Sue, Caitlin and Sean Pearson

Danielle Jarke

January 25, 2005

Bobbie, Debbie, Dawn, Eryn, and Emma I want to tell you how very sorry I am for your lose. Uncle Randall was such a good man and it's so sad to say good bye to him. You are all in my prayers.

cynthia jarke

January 25, 2005

DEAR BOBBIE AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR OUR GREAT LOSS I WANT TO SHARE A VERY SPECIAL MEMORY I HAVE OF RANDALL, WHEN I WAS A YOUNG GIRL RANDALL BOUGHT ME MY LAST DOLL. IT WAS SO BIG AND BEAUTIFUL AND HE WAS SO HAPPY ,I THINK IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN WITH MONEY FROM HIS FIRST JOB,THERE IS A SAD PART TO THIS STORY, ONE OF OUR DOGS GOT AHOLD OF IT AND TORE IT UP.ANYWAY I NEVER FORGOT IT. LOVE AND PRAYERS GO UP TO MY BIG BROTHER, AND LOVE TO ALL HIS LOVING FAMILY AND FRIENDS CYNTHIA

DOUG peterson

January 25, 2005

I wish to offer my deepest sympathy to all the family of Randall. I met him through his sister, Bonnie. He struck me as a very nice guy. He was friendly to me and I was pleased to meet him. I too am suffering with cancer so I was able to feel his pain. I have followed his plight through his sister and we all prayed for him. May God give his family comfort and peace.

BONNIE BINGHAM

January 25, 2005

Bobbie,Debbie,Seth,Emily and Eryn,

Dawn and Ken, Cynthia,Gene and Corky, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad hour...........

Fly high my dear big Brother. You will always be with me in spirit. I love you,

Bonnie

TERRI FOSSEY

January 24, 2005

Mrs. Kayes, Deb, Dawn and families... I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Kayes. All of you have such a special place in my heart. Debbie and I spent so much time together growing up that I felt a part of your family. Split pea soup always makes me think of The Kayes' (I know you know what that means!) My thoughts and prayers and love are with you all.

Darlene Kaye

January 24, 2005

Debbie & Family



I very sorry to hear about your father today from (Terri). It made me think of all the fun we had growing up 7th & 8th grade, sleep overs and all the good laughs we had. I'll be thinking of you and your family today.



Love

Darlene

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