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LEONARD SHELSTROM Obituary

Leonard Arthur Shelstrom, 92, beloved husband of the late Dorothy; devoted father of Robert L. (Veronica) Shelstrom; loving grandfather of Tiffany, Tina and Jeffrey Shelstrom. In WWII he served in the eighth Air Force on missions over France and Germany. Visitation at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 Harlem Ave., Worth, Saturday, June 11, 2011, from 11 a.m. till time of chapel prayer at 11:30 a.m. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148. 708-448-6000

  

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 8, 2011.

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Colleen McElroy

September 14, 2011

I knew Mr. Shelstrom from the trips and the senior club at the Worth Park District. I am very sad to hear of his passing. He was a staple at our events and programs, and always had a kind word to say when I saw him. He will be greatly missed. A true hero.

Marie Jacques

June 11, 2011

Veronica and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in such time of sorrows, God Bless.

Marie Jacques

June 11, 2011

To the Shelstrom Family, Sorry to here about the passing of your loved one. Your family as well as your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers throughout the year. Again, you have my condolences.

Dave Fisher

June 8, 2011

Bob and Family - I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know you and your Dad/Grandfather were all very close. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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