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Thomas Christell Obituary
Christell Sr., Thomas B. beloved husband of Arline (nee Evans), loving father of Thomas Jr. (Patti), Kevin (Linda) and Craig (Michelle), dear grandpa of Thomas III, Amy (Curt) Schwartz, Stephen, Katie, Kathleen, Chad, Justin and the late Matthew, fond brother of Evar Jr. "Bud", dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, Wednesday, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 205 N. Prospect. Lying-in-state 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment Ridgewood Cemetery. Long time member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 50 year member of the Graphic Communications Union Local 458-3M. Officer of the union for 25 years. In lieu of flowers, donations to Rainbow Hospice, St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Park Ridge, IL or Grace Lutheran Church, Springfield, IL, would be appreciated. For info: 847-685-1002To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Bonnie Briggs
September 18, 2003
Kevin & Craig,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the death of your father. The loss of one's parent is always difficult and I believe you were a close family. May God provide comfort in your grief & many memories to hold dear.
Sincerely, Bonnie Briggs
Jody Jacobson - Rodriguez
September 17, 2003
Dear Christell Family., Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincere condolences also sent from cousin James Patrick Lavin of NC. God Bless. The family of Jody Rodriguez .,The Jacobson family and the Lavin family.
Aaron Taksin
September 12, 2003
Dear Kevin, Linda and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. May your father's memory help you all get through this difficult time in your life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Sincerely,
Aaron and Sheri Taksin and Family
Linda Cooper
September 10, 2003
Arline,Craig, Michelle, Kevin, Linda & family: Our most sincere sympathies on the loss of Tom. He was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly. You all are a tribute to his legacy. We love you. Rick & Linda Cooper & Family
Robert Haase
September 10, 2003
Dear Kevin:
I was so sorry to see that your Dad has passed away. Please accept my sympathy.
Robert Haase
Don Suchon
September 10, 2003
To Kevin (and Family) & Evar:
My sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. My thoughts and a prayer are with you today.
William Madia
September 9, 2003
I haven,t seen Tom in many but I miss him already. A retired photoengraver.
Julius & Tobie Simon
September 9, 2003
Our sincere condolences to you and your family
Christopher Thelen
September 9, 2003
Arline - you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this tough time. I feel fortunate to have shared in Tom's life as his neighbor for so many years.
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