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Stephen Granberg Obituary

Granberg, Stephen L. Age 48, late of Blue Island, IL. Passed away suddenly on January 8, 2013. Beloved son of John L. and Stephanie F. Granberg; Loving brother of Robert C. (Sarah Lynn) Granberg, and the late Christopher A. Granberg. Stephen is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Member of Kiwani's Club of Blue Island IL. Visitation, Saturday January 12, 2013 from 2-8 pm, at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 W. 97th LN, (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th, LN.) St. John, IN. Funeral Service Sunday, January 13, 2013 directly at St. John the Evangelist Church - Day Chapel (corner of 93rd Ave. and US 41) St. John, IN., at 2:30 PM. Rev. Sammie Maletta Officiating. Private interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, IL www.jdrfillinois.org. would be greatly appreciated. For information 219-365-3474. www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 11, 2013.

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Dean Christofilos

January 5, 2023

Can´t believe it´s been 9 years. Good to see Steve´s photo. Really nice man. Miss you Steve.

Dean Christofilos

January 5, 2020

Steve was a great guy. Always smiling. Worked with Steve for years. Even went boating together. He is missed.

Back in the day was his best man 708 372-1335

Patrick Hylton

January 23, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Julie Carew

January 16, 2013

May you all find comfort in your loving memories you have shared with Stephen.

January 12, 2013

May the Angels of Comfort surround you all in your sorrow and may The Almighty welcome Stephen L. Granberg R.I.P. into his eternal and loving Home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
James, Eileen, David and Jonathan McNicholas …Your Irish cousins.

Dean Christofilos

January 12, 2013

Steve- I wish I could talk with you one more time. Thanks for the call a month ago- it was so good to hear from you.
Steve worked with us at Chris Kare Home Living 15 years ago and on behalf of all of us- we will miss you. I trust you are with our Lord enjoying your eternal life. You made the world a better place my friend.

Gregg Stoffle

January 11, 2013

From childhood at Bass Lake watching you catch the largest Bass one could only hope to catch,, to growing up with a very awesome, loving cousin to share fun times with. We will always have you in our prayers and remember you in memories at what a great person we had the honor of growing up with.. O.G. you are MISSED!!

otis armstrong

January 11, 2013

Dear Steve, I will miss you my friend. I remember all of the good times we had laughing and joking. I remember the long and cold winter snows that we were out plowing together day and night. us calling each other to make sure we were still okay after being up for so very long. well take a rest my friend take a rest. Enjoy the big snow plow truck in heaven..

RIP Steve

sandy neumann

January 11, 2013

teve you will be missed!

Dave Rogers

January 11, 2013

Remembering all the good times, growing up in Calumet Park. He had such a contagious laugh. Kind, down to earth guy. My heart goes out to the family.

Jim Link

January 11, 2013

Steve,you are missed!

Bill & Nancy Greenfield

January 11, 2013

May God hold you in his arms and give you peace. May God also send his angels to be with your family in this difficult time.

Ken Witrykowski

January 11, 2013

Steve, you will be missed by all. May god bless you my friend.

Debbie Oliver

January 11, 2013

You will be truly missed by so many . Heaven has another angel to watch over us . Love you cousin .

Adriana Rago

January 11, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brian Greenfield

January 11, 2013

May god gracefully take your hand and bring you to the heavens till we meet again, Rest in Peace Steve .

looks like its crunch time

Brian Greenfield

January 11, 2013

Stevens you will be dearly missed and the kids will miss you to;; Rest in peace my

Brian Greenfield

January 11, 2013

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