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Shirley Zapszalka Obituary

Zapszalka, Shirley Ann (nee Rohlik) December 21, 2011. Age 74. Devoted wife of the late Chester Zapszalka. Loving mother of Susan (Ken) Jacobowski. Cherished grandmother of Katie and Rachel. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Dearest sister in law of Frances Szalwa. Shirley was also survived by many dear friends. Funeral services Saturday 9:30 A.M. at the Petkus Lemont Funeral Home, 12401 S. Archer Ave., (at Derby Rd.), Lemont. To St. Alphonsus Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL. Visitation Friday 3:00 to 8:00 P.M. 800-994-7600 or www.petkusfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 23, 2011.

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cheryl altner

December 23, 2011

Your mother was a dear friend to my Mom Charlene Stubitsch. I cannot thank her enough for the friendship they shared together. She would come home and tell us that they played cards all afternoon. They shared many afternoons at the lastest movie. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. She will be missed. Sincerely, Cheryl Altner

Maria Sanfilippo

December 23, 2011

What a sweet, wonderful friend Shirley was to my mom. She always reminded me of Julie Andrews. Keep her memories close to your heart and she will always be with you. We will miss her. With Sympathy...

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