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Richard Kopac

1934 - 2017

Richard Kopac obituary, 1934-2017, Oak Lawn, IL

BORN

1934

DIED

2017

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Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home & Cemetery

11333 South Central Ave

Oak Lawn, Illinois

Richard Kopac Obituary

Kopac, Richard Age 82, of Chicago at rest May 5, 2017. Proud Veteran of the U.S. Army, Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Arlene V. (nee Nichols); loving father of Darcy (Lisa) and Darin (Sara) Kopac. Loving grandpa of Dillon, Kylie and Bella; dearest brother of Marlene Alley, Lavern Jobson and Ronald Kolpak; fond uncle of many and a dear friend to all. Visitation: Wednesday May 10, 2017 at Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home, 11333 S. Central Ave. Oak Lawn, IL. 3:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service and Interment/ Date and Time Pending: Family and Friends are to meet at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Rd. Elwood, IL. 60421- Info: 708-636-1200 or www.chapelhillgardenssouth.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 9, 2017.

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Kim Rojas (Kolpak)

May 25, 2017

I am very saddened to hear this news. It has been a long time my dear Godfather, may you rest in paradise with Auntie Arlene. My deepest sympathies. Kim

May 9, 2017

May " the God of all comfort" strengthen you- the loved ones of Mr Richard Kopac.

David and Althea

May 9, 2017

Dear Darin and Darcy please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May the words at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 help comfort you during this difficult time.

Lisa Negrete

May 8, 2017

Darin-
I was so sorry to hear about your father's passing. I know this is a very sad and difficult time for you and your family. You have my very deepest sympathy.

May 7, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

May 7, 2017

Darin & Darcy,

What can I say, your father was a part of my life as a good neighbor for over 50 years with so many good memories. He is now at peace and with your mom who I dearly miss. I hope you can focus on the good times to keep his memory alive forever.

Love Barb & Gary Lhotka

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