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RICHARD KEARNS Obituary

Richard M. Kearns, age 65, passed away suddenly at his home in Lombard. Beloved husband of 33 years of Loretta, nee Stancel; loving father of Allison (Jeff) Wienberg, Dolores Kearns, Rachel Dillon and the late Richard Kearns Jr.; dear son-in-law of George Stancel; devoted grandfather of Miles Kearns; fond brother of Paula (Frank) Sanfilippo and Joe Post; uncle of Stacie Sanfilippo, Megan and Ryan Post; nephew of Peg Wilcrout; cousin of Linda. Member of the Local #17 Steelworkers. Visitation Wednesday, from 3 to 9 p.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers, Lombard, IL. Funeral Thursday, 9:15 a.m. from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Parish. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Info: 630-932-1500.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 10, 2011.

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Dolores Whatmore

May 11, 2011

Loretta,

Our hearts go out to you as you adjust to Richard's transition to a place of peace and love. He is in heaven where "He pains no more."

Your love for him and his for you is eternal, just like God's love for all of us. May the Lord cradle you in his arms and provide you with understanding, comfort, and peace.

Love Always,
Dolores,Howard,Nikki,Trevor Whatmore

May 10, 2011

Offering my condolences to the entire family. May the God of all comfort give you the strength to cope during this time of grief. (2 Cor. 1:3,4)

Paula Sanfilippo

May 10, 2011

I guess you were really tried Rick, I know that you are no longer in pain and your with mom. I love you and I will miss you.
Your Sister
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