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Ruth Vacek Obituary

Vacek, Ruth E. (nee Brown) Beloved wife of the late Frank Vacek; loving mother of Frank (Kathleen) Vacek; cherished grandmother of Jason (Laura) and Christopher (Kristin) Vacek; dearest great-grandmother of Brady; fond aunt of Rick and Scott (Orit) Vacek; dear great-aunt of Ryan, Patrick and Gia; a special "Thank You" to Ruth's devoted caregivers, Linda Davies and Terry Goetzinger. Visitation Friday 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Service Saturday 10:00 a.m. at Lawn Funeral Home 17909 S. 94th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60487. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Ruth was an employee of Jewel Food Store for 35 years and retired from the Orland Park store. She traveled extensively. Funeral info: 708-532-3100.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 6, 2013.

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Diane Frederick

November 20, 2013

Frank and Kathy,

So sorry to hear of your loss; we just heard about it last evening. Please accept our condolences.

Love, Diane and Dale

N Cruz

November 8, 2013

Frank & Kathy,

Our hearts go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Our deepest sympathy,
Noemi & Raul

November 5, 2013

Frank,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

David and Debbie Evans

November 5, 2013

Frank, Please accept my deepest condolence to you and your family. Your mom is now at peace with our LORD. Sincerely, George L. Cagadas

November 4, 2013

I will truly miss you, Ruth. Even though I only knew you for a short time, it was so nice having you for a roommate. Love & Prayers, Emily Chmura and Christine Chmura. God Bless You.

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

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Service

10:00 a.m.

Lawn Funeral Home

17909 S. 94th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL

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