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BERNARD OKKEMA Obituary

Bernard Okkema, age 76, of Elmhurst, beloved husband of Janice A., nee Oleson; loving father of Jim Okkema (Denise), David Okkema (Laurie), Wendy Moran (Dennis), John Okkema, Susan De la Rosa (Carlos); fond grandfather of Michael, Jennie, Kyle, Joey, Jessica, Jake,Kelly, Jamie, Sara, Alli, Eva, Amanda; dear brother of Mike Okkema (the late Gerry), the late Pete Okkema (the late Chris); fond uncle of many. Memorial service held at Fountain of Life Church, 2S. 361 Glen Park Rd., Lombard, Wednesday April 14, 7 p.m.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 11, 2010.

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Alicia Curtis-Wilson

April 12, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember going to your house as a kid and being treated with nothing but kindness from your father and your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

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