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Thomas Eckert Obituary

Eckert, Sr., Thomas W. Age 63, of Manhattan, formerly of Merrionette Park. At rest June 27, 2012. Proud veteran of the U.S. Airforce and served during the Vietnam War. Tom was also a former Trustee of Merrionette Park. Beloved son of Grace (the late Adrian) Eckert; loving father of Dawn (Steve) McAllister, Thomas Jr. (Jennifer), Matthew (Christine), Mark (Andrea), Melissa, Kathy (Jerry) Bozenda, Jason and Adam Eckert; dear brother of Kenny (Sharon) and Kathy Heizel-Eckert; proud grandfather of 18; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home 4727 W. 103rd St. Oak Lawn. Family and friends will meet at Sacred Heart Church on Monday to Celebrate a Memorial Mass at 10:00 a.m. 11652 S. Church St. Chicago. Inurnment will take place at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Tom was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He worked in the family business (Eckert Meats) for many years. In lieu of flowers donations would be preferred. Info 708-636-1193 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 6, 2012.

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Knights of Columbus Council 324

July 8, 2012

Rest in peace, brother, and we thank you.

chili's karaoke & platinum productions

July 8, 2012

We were saddened by the news when a karaoke singer told us about your loss. The karaoke community lost a good man.

Donald Schuster

July 8, 2012

We will be forever grateful to Kenny and Sharon for the wonderful luncheon
they had at their home, so that we could spend our last day with you. It was
a very special time and full of wonderful memories.
Tommy, may your pain and suffering be over, now forever more
Rest In Peace.
Our Lasting Love- Uncle Don & Aunt Sandi

July 7, 2012

Just heard this today. So very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Garry let me know today. Our condolances to all. Beverly & Fran Grant

July 6, 2012

Dear Grace and family
So very sorry to hear of Tommy's passing may he rest in peace. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Janet & John Staib

Dennis Heis

July 3, 2012

Tom was a great cousin. Always upbeat and had a great smile & laugh. He loved music and new just about every great song out of the 50's & 60's. Also loved playing darts and was good at it. And loved the Chicago Bears

I'll miss you Tom.

Catherine Olson

July 3, 2012

Rest in peace Tommy. You will always have a special place in my heart. Your loving cousin & Goddaughter Catherine.

July 3, 2012

I have known Tom all thru Grammar School and High School. He was a Great and Loving Person. He was always fun to be around and very proud of his Family. Im so Happy his Family took him to Disney world last year, for that was one of his dreams. Sorry I missed Him while he was down here in Orlando.My Prayers go out to Toms Family.

AMERICAN LEGION #854

July 2, 2012

We Thank-You Comrade for Your Service.

American Legion Post #854
Evergreen Park, Illinois
60805

Dawn McAllister

June 29, 2012

Good Bye for now Daddy, I love you and miss you. Until we meet again. You will be forever in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers. Love your Daughter Dawnie

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