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Virginia Pinkston Obituary

Pinkston, Virginia M. age 71, beloved daughter of the late Dr. Henry J. Pinkston Sr. and the late Virginia M. Pinkston, loving sister of Isabella (Ronald) Niznik, Sally Pinkston Corcoran, Henry (Patricia) Pinkston, fond aunt of 11 nieces and nephews, and great-aunt of 18 nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, 4 until time of service 8 p.m., at The Original Rago Bros. Norridge Chapel, 7751 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago. Cremation private. Arrangements by Giancola Funeral and Cremation, 800-975-4321

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 17, 2008.

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Barbara & Joseph Tiedje-Gallo

December 17, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss,you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carole Dunn

December 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your beloved sister.
Michael and Carole Dunn

William & Robin Tiedje

December 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We know what a difficult time this is for you. Our deepest sympathy.

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