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Richard Gawenda Obituary

Richard R. Gawenda, age 69, of Lombard; loving husband of Carol A., nee Kunz; beloved father of Richard R. II (Bridget); proud grandfather of Lauren Grace; dearest brother of Connie (Gerald) Konczyk; uncle and great uncle. Funeral services Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. from Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard to St. Pius X Church for a 10 a.m. m ass. Interment private, St. Adalbert Cemetery. Visitation Monday, 4 to 8 p.m. Please omit flowers, donations to the wishes of the family appreciated. Info: 888-629-0094 or www.brustfuenralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 8, 2011.

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May 9, 2011

SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE GAWENDA FAMILIES ON YOUR LOSS. WARMEST THOUGHTS TO CAROL ANN WITH GRATITUDE FOR HER LONG AND LOVING CARE GIVEN TO RICHARD. OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL. JIM KUNZ FAMILY

Dan Olafson

May 9, 2011

Rick,
I was terribly saddened to hear of your loss. I can only imagine how difficult this is for you and your family. If there is anything I can do to lighten your load or offer support, please let me know.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Dan Olafson

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