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Thomas Rickard Obituary

Rickard, Thomas F. age 51, suddenly; loving father of Kelly (Fiance Rick Synal) Eastman; dearest grandfather of Summer; beloved son of Bernice H. (nee Archambeau) and the late James E. ret. C.F.D.; fond brother of Harvey "Rex", James E. C.F.D. (Betty) and Mary Ann (Ron) Marek; always loved by Karen Eastman, uncle of many nieces and nephews and friend to many. Funeral Service Wednesday, October 26th, 9:15 a.m., from Parkside Chapels & Cremation Services, 5948 Archer Ave. (Corner of Major), Chicago to St. Daniel the Prophet Church, Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Arrangements by Kowske-Wolowiec Funeral Directors, Inc. Info. 773-767-9788 or Express your thoughts and condolences at our online memorial book at www.parksidechapels.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 24, 2005.

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Mickey (Michelle) Aguirre

October 26, 2005

To the Rickard family and also to Karen...and Kelly...I am not sure if you even remember me ..but i lived on 51st Street and knew Tom and Karen very well...I am shocked by the news of his death. I pray that all of you will find some comfort...even if it is in your memories of Tom..I will keep all of you in my prayers and will Pray that Tom is with his loved one on the other side in peace. God bless all of you in this time of sorrow.

Tom Shambo

October 25, 2005

Our deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow. To a cousin I fondly new as baby Tom, you will be missed.

Mary Rickard-Marek

October 24, 2005

My Brother...there will never be a day that goes by that I don't miss you. You will forever be in my heart. I love you.

Joanne Winters

October 24, 2005

I will always remember the many happy times that our two families shared; summers of fishing and swimming at Sherman park, many birthday celebrations, and our memorable trip to Rudy's resort. What good times we've had. Tommy will be missed. You are in my prayers. With love, Joanne

anne quinn mccall

October 24, 2005

WITH DEEPEST SORROW, KEEPING ALL OF YOU IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS. LOV ANNIE

Kaye Aurigemma

October 24, 2005

Wishing comfort to the Rickard family at this time of sorrow. With deepest sympathy.



Kaye (Rex's friend)

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