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Leonard Maes Obituary

Maes, Leonard "Lee" Age 77, United States Navy veteran. Beloved husband of the late Geraldene "Sis"; devoted father of Chuck-CFD (Pam), Lenny. Margie Morrissey-CCSAO and the late Chris; loving grandfather of Stephanie, Jessica, Nicki and Joe; dear brother of Jack (Cindy) Maes, Kathy Maes, Patty (Gene) Smith and Christine (Gerry) Ansier. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. Many years of service with City of Chicago Streets and Sanitation. Proud former owner of the Red Owl Tavern. Longtime member of American Legion Post 231 and Moose Lodge SW 44. Visitation Friday 3:00-9:00p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday 8:30a.m. from the funeral home to St. Bede Church, 8200 S. Kostner, Chicago for 9:30a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974-4410.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 13, 2014.
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All my thoughts and prayers are with you today, Chuck, Pam & Margie. I'll have to say that "Team Lee" was awesome. So proud of you guys for taking such great care of my dear cousin. I will always think of you Lee, our cha-chas, our gitter-bugs, and just all the fun you brought into our Maes family through all the years. Just so happy that you are reunited with your lovely wife, your dear son, your parets and everyone else you loved from your life on earth.Rest in Peace Lee. I love you, always will. Love your cuz, Mary Ellen Corcoran Knight.

February 16, 2014

Chuck,
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. I'll keep Dad in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim Cacciottolo

February 16, 2014

To Lenny and Family sorry for your loss Lee was a great friend who would do anything to help someone else ! He sure touched the lives of everyone around him .

Michael Lanham

February 15, 2014

May the God of all comfort be with you at this time of grief. May all fond memories of Leonard "Lee" Maes stay close to your hearts.
Psalms 46: 1
Sincerely,
Janice

February 15, 2014

Chuck, Pam, Nikki and Joe, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you guys.
Dave, Darlene, Sarah and Lauren

Darlene Penkas

February 14, 2014

It was so hard saying good-bye to my Uncle Lee. His final words to me, "I love you, honey" are written in my heart. I know that we will all be together again for the family Christmas parties. For now, though, the Eight Maids a Milking are all together enjoying the reunion. We will miss you, Uncle Lee. We love you, honey.
Love, Bob, Cathi, and Emilie

February 14, 2014

Lee Man! WOW you were a pillar of strength all the way to the end. As with everything you did in life, You took your time! So too in death, You waited for the prayers and the "Song", sung to you by Sissy, to which you shed your final tear Goodbye. I will Miss you Dearly. Eternal Peace to You Lee; "Thank YOU".
Love Forever, Margie

Margie Morrissey

February 13, 2014

Dear Friend and brother-in-law;

I grieve for all of the good family times that are gone, but I rejoice in the memories that those times have left with us. I'll miss talking with you about those good days, but I am so happy that you are with all of the family that has gone before. I will miss you, but I know that you are in the arms of the Lord, and our family welcomes you with joy. Goodbye my friend. Dew

Judi McGinnis

February 13, 2014

It is with much sadness that I must say goodbye to my Uncle Lee. A sweeter man I have not met. He is going to join the many others of my family that await us. God Bless the Maes family in this hour of sorrow .

Tim McGinnis

February 13, 2014

My condolences to the family of Len.I am a member of Moose Lodge 44.

John Kutyba

February 13, 2014

I will miss you so much Lee. You were always just the best! Love your cousin, Mary Ellen....

February 13, 2014

Lee was a good friend to many and a wonderful Moose Brother. He will be deeply missed. We will remember, celebrate and honor our good times together often. Gone for now, remembered always.

Larry Canterbury

February 13, 2014

First place I visited returning from Vietnam. Lots of good times with Lee and Mac

John Manos

February 13, 2014

Lee Man, Grandpa Lee - We will think of you with love today but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday and days before that too. We think of you in silence....We often speak your name, now all we have is memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our Keepsake with which we will never part, God has you in his keeping, we have you in our Hearts. We love you Lee! RIP Lee.
Donny, Lor, Laura and Shannon Macaulay

Loretta Macaulay

February 13, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

David Gaidas and Family

February 13, 2014

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