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RICHARD ANCONA Obituary

Richard Thomas Ancona, age 55, beloved husband of Debra, nee Hirakawa; dearest father of Amy, Allie and Trace; loving brother of Martha (Pete) Iachini and Ann Marie (the late Dick) Zasiebida; dear son-in-law of Ruby (the late Louis) Hirakawa; fond brother-inlaw, uncle and friend of many. Visitation, Monday, 3 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday 8 a.m. until time of funeral, 9 a.m. at The Oaks FuneralHome, 1201 E. Irving Park Road (at Prospect), Itasca to Holy Ghost Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment private. For funeral info: 630-250-8588 or www.theoaksfh.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 27, 2011.

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Lori Fefferman Barranco

August 9, 2011

Dear Debbie and Family,
I know much time has already passed, but I have only recently heard about Rich. I am very sorry for your loss. Your family has always been special to me and will forever remain close to my heart. I do hope you and your family are doing well. Take Care.

Sandra Bonamici

June 15, 2011

Debbie,
I just heard of Rich's passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Rich will be missed very much. Memories of his endless involvement in this family and community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time.
Sandra and Ashley (Keifer) Bonamici

Don & Patt Evans

April 9, 2011

Debbie,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. May you and your
children find strength and comfort in loving memories. May
God ease your pain to know that Rich is in heaven and
you are in the thoughts and prayers of many old friends.

April 4, 2011

Debbie,
Our hearts are heavy with sadness for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time.
Jerry and Carole Elise Gannon Oliphant

April 2, 2011

To the Anconas, Iachinis, and the Zasibidas, It is difficult to find the right words to say how sorry we are to hear of Richard's passing. We hope your loving memories, and our thoughts and prayers will help you find comfort during your time of loss. With deepest sympathy, Cousin Cheryl Muir, Dick, Michael, and, Meredith

March 30, 2011

Deb, Just heard of Rich's passing. We are truly sorry for your families loss. It's hard to explain the sorrow one feels when a father passes on. Please accept our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy during this difficult time.

Bill & Vicki Pindras

March 29, 2011

We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Rich will be missed very much, but all the good times, smiles and his love will be in our hearts forever. Love You Guys! Koppenhagen Family, Charlie, Cindy, Zachary, Michael and Samantha, Moss Bluff, LA

March 29, 2011

Dear Debbie, Amy, Ally And Trace,
We are so sorry for the loss of Rich, a loving husband, father and friend!
Love Dino, Sue, Dino Jr and Annalise

March 29, 2011

Deb,Amy,Allie,Trace
Words can't describe how the loss of our friend Rich will effect us and everyone that knew him. His laugh and endless stories will remain in our hearts forever. He will be missed by our entire family.
Ed,Donna,Eddie,Alex,Nina,Carlie and Ben

March 29, 2011

Dear Debbie. I'm so sorry to hear of Rich's passing. I will miss my fellow "coach" & friend.
My heartfelt sympathy to You, Amy, Allie & Trace. Your family will be in my prayers.
Bob Chapes, Rosalie, Jess, Monica & Erica.
18160 N. Coconino Dr.
Surprise, Az. 85374

March 29, 2011

To the Ancona's,Iachini's &Zasibidia's, we are sending our thoughts and prayers to you all during this very difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss. With Heartfelt Sympathy,
The Bottiglieri Family (Mundelein,Il)

March 28, 2011

Dear Debbie, Amy, Ally and Trace,
Words cannot express our deepest sympathy for all of you. Rich (your dad) was a wonderful person, so full of life and so full of love for all of you. May all of your memories help to heal the hurt you are all feeling right now and know that you have friends who are praying for all of you. We are so sorry-Ann, Mark, Bridget and Luke McCullagh

March 28, 2011

Dear Debbie and Family, We are sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Paul and BettyAnn Bultinck

March 28, 2011

Dear Debbie and Family, We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Mike&Shirley Hicks

David Mura

March 28, 2011

Dear Debbie and Kids, We are all so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you during this hard time. David, Susan, Sam, Nikko and Tomo

March 28, 2011

Ruby, we are praying for you and your family.

With deepest sympathay.
Maury and Ilona Vitosh

March 28, 2011

Debbie and beautiful children,

We are so very sorry to hear of Rich's passing.
May your precious memories help you through each day!

You are all in our thoughts, and know we are praying for you.

In sympathy,
Family Nevel
Marty and Laura
Mabel, Tucker and Sophie

March 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the family. Rich was my very special twin cousin. I will miss his great stories, what a memory! Rest easy, big guy!

Annette

March 27, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences to the Ancona family. May the God of all comfort give you the strength to cope with the loss of your beloved Richard. (2 Cor. 3:1,2)

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