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Trisha Korsak Obituary

Korsak, Trisha Anne (nee McDowell), age 63 years, late of Homewood, IL., beloved wife of Andrew J. Korsak and formerly, Adam M. Szwarek, loving mother of Adam F. (Megan) Szwarek, Brian W. (Toni) Szwarek, David A. (Monica) Korsak and Sandra Szwarek Winter, loving mistress of Australian Cattle Dog, Bingo, cherished grandmother of Adam W. and Samantha Szwarek, loving daughter of June and the late William McDowell, dear sister of Norma (Ralph) Riske and Bill (Carol) McDowell, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews, beloved by many other relatives friends. Housewife and former medical receptionist, publisher, Homewood Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, friend, Homewood Public Library, member, Homewood Historical Society. Memorial visitation Wednesday, August 23, 2006, 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Tews Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, IL. 60430. Memorial service Saturday, August 26, 2006, 3:00 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, 18053 Ridgeland Ave., Tinley Park, IL. 60477. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania, c/o Office of the Secretary and Treasurer, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, NY. 11201-2483 or to your favorite charity. For info: 708-798-5300

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 21, 2006.

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Laura and Michael Woo

August 28, 2006

Dear Andrew, Brian and Tony, David









We were saddened to hear of your beloved. You will be near to our hearts and mentioned in our prayers to Jehovah, the God of all comfort, since he is the one who can be of the most help in this sad time of your life. We do remember with fondness our last seeing you at the convention together.

TuTu Apara

August 23, 2006

Trish I Love, and miss you so much and we will truly miss u at dialysis! You brightend up our day how you always kept a smile, brought us candy, movies, and made coffee. I tried calling you but your phone was always busy before you past. My deepest sympathy for your family because I know how much I hurt, I know you all are feeling it ten times as worst. She was greatly loved by us as well! Trish was always so kind and free hearted never judging always giving to the very end. I know she knows her Dialysis Family misses her so much!!! Especially me she sat right next to me dancing in her chair with her headphones and coffee. Love always Trish.

-Your TuTu :(

Nancy Emery

August 23, 2006

Expressing a sincere wish of comfort for all family & friends of Trisha. She was a treasured friend to me-much appreciated for her kind & warm spirit along with her delightful sense of humor.I look forward to rekindling our friendship as our loving Creator Jehovah remembers her during the resurrection.

Russ & Anne Bragulla

August 23, 2006

To the family of Trish Korsak. We are thinking of you during this most difficult time. May the resurrection hope strengthen you.

Will & Way Cuevas

August 22, 2006

Dear Brian and Toni:



We send you our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Will & Way Cuevas

August 22, 2006

Dear Andrew:



Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved wife, Trish. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Latrice Goode

August 22, 2006

Andrew, my prayers and condolences are with you are your family.

Kim Franklin

August 21, 2006

To the family: You are all in my prayers. God Bless.

From the Staff of Tews Funeral Home

August 21, 2006

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