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James Brackensick Obituary

James R. Brackensick, former husband of Alice Brackensick; loving father of Rebecca (Andrew) Reeve, Elizabeth Esposito and Robert; dear grandfather of Collin, Nathan and Madeline. Memorial visitation will be held Sunday, Oct. 7 at Zion Lutheran Church, 204 S. Grant St., Hinsdale, IL 60521, 1 p.m., till time of Service, 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Zion Lutheran Church. Information, Gibbons Elliston Funeral Home, 630-323-0275 or gibbonsellistonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 4, 2012.

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Chuck Kalal

October 8, 2012

My wife and I as well as our four children had Mr. B as a teacher. If there was ever a person to emulate as a Lutheran it was this man. Thank you Mr. B.

Marnie Smith

October 4, 2012

I took Mr. B's place when he retired, but no one could really take his place! I enjoyed getting to know him and we always talked when I subbed in Early Childhood the last
few years. He was a wonderful devout Christian, great teacher and coach and will be remembered by many former students.

Sarah Ramirez

October 4, 2012

Wishing the Brackensick family my condolences. "Mr. B" was an amazing person, and made a huge impact on my life, and he will be missed.

From the Staff of Gibbons Elliston Funeral Home

October 4, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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