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FRED DeBOW Obituary

Fred W. DeBow, April 11, 2011, age 80, late of Englewood, FL and Romeoville, formerly of Palos Park. Beloved husband of Mary McMahon-DeBow, nee Vercillo, and the late Felicia DeBow; dear father of Julea (Tom) Joseph; adorning grandfather of Lauren, Allyson, David, Michael and Jordan; and great-grandfather of Joseph; loving brother of Betty Wash and Marilyn DePaola. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Leanne DeBow and son David DeBow. A Memorial Celebration will be held June 6, 2011 at 10 a.m. at the Wayside Chapel at The Center, 12700 Southwest Hwy, in Palos Park. Condolences can be sent to P.O. Box 130 Palos Park, IL 60464.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 1, 2011.

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Marilyn De Paola

June 1, 2011

Ill miss my last brother, may he rest in peace Love Marilyn

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June 1, 2011

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