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ALVIN LICHNER Obituary
Alvin A. "Al" Lichner (Lichnerowicz), age 86, longtime of Tinley Park, U.S. Army Veteran, WWII Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Loving Husband of Jo Ann, nee Cline, and the late Marjorie, nee Kendle, former husband of Renee, nee Kunzmann; loving father of Georgia Lichner, Anthony (Linda), Kenneth (Kathryn), Nancy (William) England, Steven (Ellen), Diane Lichner, Tracy (Michael) Pierce and the late Janice; stepfather of James Cline, Victoria Crump and Edward (Beth) Cline; dear grandfather of Robert, Jeffery, Lauryn, Kathryn, Scott, Neal, Marjorie and Sally; step-grandfather of Stephanie, Madison, Ashley, Sarah and Bryce; brother of Renetta (late Stanley). Gajownik Visitation Monday from 3 to 9 p.m. at Van Henkelum Funeral Home, 13401 S. Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights (located in Westgate Commons Plaza). Funeral home prayer services Tuesday, 9:15 a.m. to St. Damian Church Mass 10 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. Military Honors 12:30 p.m., Tuesday. Member of Tinley Park Post VFW #2791 and Polish Legion of American Vets Woodrow Wilson Post #20. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Cornerstone Services, Inc. Attn: Development Department, 777 Joyce Rd., Joliet, IL, 60436 or www.cornerstoneservices.org or by phone, 815-741-7609 would be appreciated. For information please call 708-448-3530 or www.vanhenkelum.com To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Frank Sanchez
May 23, 2011
Kenny,
Our sincere condolences and our heartfelt sympathy. I always enjoyed working with your Dad, he was a true professional and will be missed.
Frank and Karen Sanchez
Sons: Alan, Daniel, and Thomas
Kirk Landers
May 23, 2011
Al was one of the finest gentlemen I met in business. It was a privilidge knowing him. My condolences to the family, especially my one-time friend and colleague, Ken. --Kirk Landers, Wheeling, IL
May 22, 2011
I echo my sister's sentiments about many fond memories of Alvin, his family and our visits with them as children. Please know you're all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Jim Saturday (along with son Quinn and wife Susan), Boca Raton, Fla.
Karen Kaiser
May 22, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Lichner family. Alvin was my second cousin my father was Norm Kaiser I remember Alvin and family visiting Michigan City for family gatherings at my Bushia Kaiser's house as well as trips we made to South Chicago I will keep you all in my prayers my mother Florence sends her condolence also ! Sorry we are unable to attend the service.
Mary Ann Taylor
May 22, 2011
Sending our sincerest sympathy and condolences to the Lichner family. Alvin was my second cousin on my Mother's side and I can recall many visits he and his family made to Michigan City years ago to my Grandmother's home with fond memories. We also send our deepest regrets that we will be unable to attend the funeral services. Our hearts and prayers will be with his family and friends. God's blessings and love to all, Terry & Mary Ann (Saturday) Taylor, Michigan City, IN.
Carole Filmanowicz
May 22, 2011
Dear Lichner Family: I have known and loved the Lichner Family since 1968. JoAnn and I became best of friends about 20 years ago. We have shared lots of laughs and tears.
I will miss my good friend Al.
God Bless to the Lichner Family,
Love to all.
Carole Filmanowicz
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