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James SeBlonka Obituary

James L. SeBlonka, 68, of Chicago. Former husband of Liz Cook; loving father of Tracy (Mark) Bailey, Jody (Ira) Buckner, Kristy, Evan and Lauren; grandfather of Nolan, Grayson, Sullivan, Maxwell and Franklin; dear son of Bernice and the late James L.; brother of Mary (Leo) Economakos, Peter (Cathy) and George (Daná); uncle of many nieces and nephews. Jim loved to write poetry, tell stories and spend time with his children. Mass at v isitation Church, 779 S. York Rd., Elmhurst, Thursday, May 12, at 10:45 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated for the American Heart Association. Arrangements made by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. Info: 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 12, 2011.

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May 17, 2011

Jim, you are missed so much. The kids are having a very hard time. Since you are in Heaven, can you give us special prayers?

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