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Vernon Jerak Obituary

Jerak, Vernon F. "Brownie" Vernon F. "Brownie" Jerak, WWII Army Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy "Dodo" (nee Quinn), loving father of Donna (Ron) Kaminski, John W. "Jack" (Jo), Mary Ann (Kevin) Bandur, Ronald V. "Ron" and Margaret M. "Peggy" (John) Harrington, dear grandfather of Ron (Meridith) Kaminski, Kristen (Butch) Kaplan, Jill Ann and Mitchell Bandur and Ethan O'Hare, great-grandfather of Connor and Courtney Kaplan, fond brother of Marcella (the late Chack) Rogers, Bernice (the late Tony) Mele and the late Fred, also many nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday, 9:15 a.m., from Modell Funeral Home, 7710 S. Cass Ave., Darien, to St. Mary of Gostyn Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to your favorite charity appreciated. Info 630-852-3595 or www.modellfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 6, 2008.

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Frank A. Sydor

July 14, 2008

I wish to express my sympathies to the family and especially to a special friend of mine, Mary Ann Bandur, during this special time requiring support, love, and faith. Although its been too long since we last seen each other, its unfortunate times like these that bring us back together.

Your father will be in my prayers.


Frank

Ralph Varland

July 8, 2008

Jack & Ron:
We were sorry to hear about your father and grandpa. Remember the good times and his spirit will be with you forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ralph & Donna

James Jackson

July 7, 2008

Ron and Jack,
We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories of Vernon bring you and your family comfort during this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
In deepest sympathy,
Jim and Jamie Jackson

Eitel Singleton & Family

July 7, 2008

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God keep you and provide you strength in your time of loss.

Dan Rest

July 7, 2008

We are very sorry for your loss. Mr Jerak lived a full life and leaves behind a wonderful family. You will be in our thoughts.

-Dan & Colleen Rest

Herb Berg

July 7, 2008

Jack and Family: my sincere condolences to to you and your family. From everything that you told me about your father he must have been a great man to be around. My prayers are with you.

Herb

Barbara & Harry Tadda

July 6, 2008

Our sincere sympathy to Jack and Jo, and your entire families, upon the death of your father. May you cherish the many great memories together.

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