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Wayne Plestina Obituary

Plestina, Wayne J. Age 63, of Tinley Park, IL passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2014. Wayne was born in Chicago, May 31, 1950 to Anthony and Eleanor Plestina. Wayne was a retired American Family agent. He married Julienne and was a loving father, uncle and friend to many. Wayne's kind heart, sense of humor and bravery through life's challenges were an inspiration to his family and friends. Beloved husband of Julienne (nee Kaczanowski); loving father of John Wayne (Ashlie) and J. Corey Plestina; cherished brother of Glen Plestina, Donna Plestina and Lenore (Mike) Orszula; dearest son-in-law of Mary Kaczanowski; dear brother-in law of Robert (Tyna) Kaczanowski. Visitation Wednesday 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Thursday 9:15 a.m. from Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 W. 159th St., Orland Park to St. Elizabeth Seton Church Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708-429-3200.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 6, 2014.

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Cindy Tessmann

January 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

RALPH KAYE

January 8, 2014

SO SO SO SORRY !!!!!!!!

Antoinette DeWitt

January 8, 2014

My heart goes out to you and your family....We'll keep you and your boys in my prayers... Take care Julie.... Your friend Antoinette

terese polniak

January 6, 2014

Hi Julie and Family. You had such a great love. Something most people never have. I know from experience. He will always live in your heart mind soul and actions. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you through your sorrow and tears. Love and kisses trikki

January 6, 2014

Julie--May you continue to be strong. My thoughts are with you and your sons and family members. Sally Zepeda

carol smith

January 6, 2014

My dearest friends, I would not be where I am today if not for the devotion, encouragement and love provided by you both. Forever and always, Carol

Judy Dineff

January 6, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons, Julie, I know how hard this has been for you. I hope you find peace and comfort knowing Wayne is out of his pain and in a better place. Love ya.
Judy

January 6, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you a peace of mind during this painful time. Philippians 4:7.

Keith Tracy Family

January 6, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to you Julie and your family. Wayne was always there for his fellow agents. He will be missed.

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