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Roger Simale

1948 - 2018

BORN

1948

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Thornridge Funeral Home - Dolton (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

15801 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

Dolton, Illinois

Roger Simale Obituary

Simale, Roger J. Age 69, late of Riverdale, formerly of Roseland. Beloved husband of Judy (née Worobec); loving father of Rodney Simale and Jordan (Alicia) Simale; proud grandfather of Sophia; dear brother of Randy (Jan) Simale; kind uncle of many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Owner of Jackpot Amusements for 45 years, Roger was also a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus Pinta Neri Council #1846, and past member of the Elks Club. Visitation Friday from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., and Saturday from 8:15 a.m. until time of prayers at 9:15 a.m. from Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service), 15801 S. Cottage Grove Ave., four blocks North of 162nd St. (Rte. 6) Dolton/South Holland to Holy Ghost Church Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment private. (708) 841-2300 or www.thornridgefuneralhomes.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 28, 2018.

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Rick Swalina

November 30, 2019

Sorry to hear passing of Roger. Lost contact with him over years. He was good friend of my family Miller's. Always enjoyed my time with Roger

Michael Kenzal

July 3, 2018

Roger was one of kind. I often thought about you even though we weren't as close as we were. I will miss you my friend.

Kevin Cavanagh

June 29, 2018

Thank you for the great memories. We will miss you here on earth, but we look forward to seeing you in the future.

Susan Lopez

June 29, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home

June 28, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Terrence Simale

June 26, 2018

Dear Judy and Family; We are praying for your peace and comfort during this time of loss. Blessings from Terry (first cousin) and Donna Simale.

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Memorial Events
for Roger Simale

Jun

29

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Thornridge Funeral Home - Dolton (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

15801 S. Cottage Grove Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419

Jun

30

Visitation

8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Thornridge Funeral Home - Dolton (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

15801 S. Cottage Grove Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419

Jun

30

Prayer Service

9:15 a.m.

Thornridge Funeral Home - Dolton (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

15801 S. Cottage Grove Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419

Jun

30

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Holy Ghost Church

IL

Funeral services provided by:

Thornridge Funeral Home - Dolton (Janusz Family Funeral Service)

15801 S. Cottage Grove Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419

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