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Steve Szalko Obituary

Szalko Jr., Steve U.S. Army Veteran, beloved husband of the late Dolores (nee Blidy), loving father of Steven (Julie) Szalko, Michael (Patricia) Szalko, Robert (Nancy) Szalko, Donald (Shari) Szalko,, Timothy (Shirley) Szalko, Sharon (John) Popp, Richard (Marge) Szalko and Raymond (Chris) Szalko, cherished grandfather of 17 and great-grandfather of one, dear brother of Mary (Edward) Kilian and the late John and Therese Szalko, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday, 9:00 a.m. from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church for mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Member of Local 134 IBEW. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Ronald McDonald House @ Advocate Christ Medical Center, 4440 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453 would be greatly appreciated. 708-425-0500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 27, 2008.

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Barb Linebarger

May 29, 2008

Rich & Marge:
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear father. What a courageous battle he fought. He is at peace now. My condolences to all.

Kathy Botica

May 29, 2008

Szalko Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. May your memories bring you comfort. Our prayers are with you.
Kathy Weiss-Botica & Your Friends from Facilities Management

Robert Wenta

May 28, 2008

Sending our deepest sympathy to the entire Szalko family! May God comfort all of you during this difficult time.
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