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Regina Zdenovec Obituary

Zdenovec, Regina C. (nee Mikrut) Beloved wife of Charles J.; loving mother of Heather (Daniel) Smith and Derek (Rachael); dear grandma of Zachary, Ava and Nathan; cherished sister of Alice (Ken) Raj; also nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday 9:15 A.M. from Modell Funeral Home, 7710 S. Cass Ave. Darien to Christ the Servant Church. Mass 10:00 A.M. Int. Private. Visitation Wednesday 3:00-9:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society appreciated. For funeral info: (630)852-3595 or www.modelldarien.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 19, 2013.

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Joan Robinett

March 13, 2025

Miss you. Hope you and Carol are together with everyone. Love you all.

Joan Robinett

March 13, 2024

Time does not heal all wounds. Miss you and everyone, Reg!

Carol & Russ Conrad

March 15, 2022

Regi! The one thing that will never change is that you will
forever be in our hearts and in our prayers.
Rest In Peace.

Joan Robinett

March 14, 2022

Reg....Say hi to Carol, Johnny, Jon, Jan, my Mom and Dad. Jim joined them 11 months ago. Miss you all! Love to you all.

Carol & Russ Conrad

March 13, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mary Ann Hecimovich- Flyte

September 18, 2013

May you rest in peace Mrs Zdenovec

Mary Ann Hecimovich-Flyte

September 18, 2013

Mr Zdenovec, Derek and Heather: My very deepest sympathy on your loss. I will always remember her smile and how she made me feel like I was a part of the family.

Cindy Falejczyk

March 23, 2013

Heather and family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you at this most very difficult time. Reg was a true role model to so many of us, and I will forever remember her as a true, stronge, and dignified woman. I always appreciated how even in the toughest of situations, she would always call me "kid". Heaven has gained another angel! May she forever rest in peace, and may God grant you the strength needed in the weeks to come!

Bobbie Johnson

March 22, 2013

My heart felt sympathy to you all. I knew Reggie for many years, and I promise there will never be another one as great as she was. She was a kind ,wonderful person and will be missed .

Judy June

March 21, 2013

Just heard about the passing of Reggie, she was "one of a kind" and really very kind and caring behind her tough work persona. Am glad I knew her and am very sorry for her loss to you and your families. Remember all the fun filled memories she shared with each of you.

Kristi Morrison

March 20, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Aunty Reg was a fantastic lady! My Mom (carol simpson) will be there to meet at The Gates.

March 20, 2013

When you mention the words "family and
love" you automatically think of Regi.
That's what she was all about and she
proved it every day of her life.
We were friends for over 25 years and I
considered myself a very luck person.
During those years we had a lot of
conversations and they were never dull.
I will truly miss that, but most of all
I will miss the wonderful lady who
laughed and cried with me.
Regi I love ya.
Always in our hearts. Carol & Russ

Judy Hoffman

March 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Reggie was an amazing person. We will miss her very much.

Kelly Bates

March 19, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Work just isn't the same without her there. She was a pillar at her job, and so many of us will miss her dearly. I for one will miss her calling me "kid" and her laughter, her subtle sense of humor, and her work ethic. She was truly an amazing role model to all of us. She will be deeply missed.

Kim Hugunin

March 19, 2013

Our family is so sorry for your loss. Growing up we heard so many stories of her and my mom (Carol Simpson) and the fun that they had together. She was a wonderful person and will be missed by many

Darien & Brenda Pedota

March 19, 2013

God Bless the entire family. May wonderful memories warm your heart during this difficult time.

Nancy & Ron Bealnger

March 19, 2013

Chuck, Heather and Derek, our hearts are heavy with this sudden loss of such a beautiful lady. Ron and I are thankful that we had the chance to get to know Reg and she will be greatly missed. She will live forever in all of your hearts.

Debbie Gentilini-Kwilas

March 19, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathy to you all. Words can not even begin to express how deeply sadden we are for your loss. Chuck-she loved you more than life itself! Heather- she was your best friend, she loved you so much...you were a great daughter! Derek-she was your biggest fan, she loved your children so much...she loved you...you were a great son! She loved life! She kept up her spirits even when times were hard and she wasn't feeling well. She wanted to continue on with her life, living it to the fullest~ and that she did. She was a "second mom" to so many, including myself and for that I am grateful. We will all miss her so much and even though our hearts are heavy, she wouldn't want us to be sad. We need to celebrate her life. God decided it was time for her to go Home and watch over all of you and all of us from above.
Rest in Peace Reg!

Jim and Joan Robinett

March 19, 2013

A wonderful Lady who will be missed by all who knew her. Our sympathy to her family.

March 18, 2013

Regina will be sadly missed by all of us who knew her. What a great lady!

Rose Brazel Spangler

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