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Thomas Modjeski Obituary
Modjeski, Thomas B. "Bernie" age 66, late of Lockport, passed away suddenly Sunday, January 3, 2010 at Silver Cross Hospital. Born in Chicago, living in Lemont for 28 years before moving to Lockport in 2006. Employed by Rubber, Inc. for 11 years. He was a U.S. Marine Vietnam Veteran. Preceded in death by his father Bernard (Alfreda), his mother Sophie (Niziol), sisters Pauline, Bernadine, Alice and Grace. Survived by his wife of 38 years, Jackie (Stepanek), his children, Tom and Jaime Modjeski, both of Lockport, grandchildren, Tomie Lynne and Jacquelynne, sisters Peggy Modjeski, Betty (Don) Tiffany and Debi Modjeski, several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers, family request memorials to American Heart Association or American Diabetes Foundation would be appreciated. Per Thomas' wishes, cremation rite will be accorded. Funeral services will be held Thursday, 7:30 pm in the O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 1105 E. 9TH ST. (159th ST.), LOCKPORT, with Fr. Thomson Panakal officiating. Visitation Thursday, 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm. O'Neil Funeral Home, Lockport 815-838-5010. 
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Modjeski
Tom & Jackie 11/7/09
January 25, 2010
January 12, 2010
My sympathy to your family on your loss. I never met bernie but spoke with him many times through Rubber Inc. and know from those times he was a "CLASS ACT". He will be missed and your family will be in our prayers
Scott Krygsheld
Lynwood Tire Center
Lynwood IL
John Hannon
January 7, 2010
My prayers go out to the Modjeski Family. I only knew Bernie for a short period of time. He always helped me when I needed it. He was very knowledgable and professional in his work. He will be sorely missed.
God will have a special place for Bernie, in Heaven.
Love you and miss you Uncle Tom!
January 6, 2010
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Doug Burek
January 6, 2010
Bernie was a class act. Words can't describe how much he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
CONNIE MORANT
January 6, 2010
Tom will be greatly missed. May the light of GOD surround you Jackie and your family. I will keep the Modjeski family in my prayers.
January 5, 2010
Dear Friends--I felt like I knew Tom since I have been friends with Debi (and Peg) since 1970. I know how beloved he was to his family. Our prayers are with the entire family at this time, for strength and peace. Tom is whole and healthy now and with the Lord; we will all be reunited one day. God bless you all...Lesley & Frank Clack
BUDDY STRADER
January 5, 2010
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE MODJESKI FAMILY.BERNIE WAS A SPECIAL PERSON.ALWAYS TRYING TO HELP IN ANY WAY HE POSSIBLY COULD.I NEVER HAD A CHANCE TO MEET HIM IN PERSON.AND THAT I DEEPLY REGRET EVEN THOUGH I WAS JUST A CUSTOMER OF HIS.HE ALWAYS MADE DOING BUISNESS WITH HIM A JOY AND A PLEASURE. I KNOW I WILL MISS HIM DEEPLY. SOMEONE LIKE HIM IS VERY RARE IN TODAYS TIMES.I AM SURE HE TOUCHED EVERYONES LIVES LIKE HE HAS MINE.I HOPE SOMEDAY TO MEET HIM AGAIN.AND MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND ALL OF HIS FAMILY.
TIJUANDA SMITH
January 5, 2010
TO THE MODJESKI FAMILY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. IT WAS A PLEASURE WORKING WITH BERNIE, I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR THE FAMILY GOD BLESS.
Iris Panzini
January 5, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Modjeski Family. Although I never met Bernie, he was one of the most positive person to talk and work with. I will miss talking to you Bernie.
Iris V Panzini
Parker Hannifin Corp
Iris Panzini
January 5, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Modjeski family. All though I never met Bernie personally, he was one of the nicest person to talk and work with. I will miss talking to Bernie. Sincerely,
Iris V Panzini
Parker Hannifin Corp
LORI HUBBARD
January 5, 2010
AN ANGEL HAS BEEN SENT TO HEAVEN. " MAY GOD BLESS " THE
FAMILY. BERNIE WAS LOVED HERE AT RUBBER INC. WE WILL MISS
HIM.
LOVE ALWAYS
LORI HUBBARD (CO-WORKER)
Denise Maczka
January 5, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
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