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James Jarosch Obituary

James ''Curly'' Jarosch, of Park Ridge, age 47, at rest July 19, 2003 after a courageous battle with ALS, beloved husband of Kathy, nee Reil; loving father of T.J., Joe and Kara; beloved son of the late Henry and Rosemarie; dear brother of Tim (Liz); fond son-in-law, uncle, nephew, brother-in-law and friend to many. Curly was known as the Mayor of Prairie Avenue. Funeral Tuesday, 9 a.m. from Cumberland Chapels (Friel Funeral Directors), 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge to St. Paul of the Cross Church, Park Ridge. Mass 10 a.m. Committal service to follow at the Acacia Park Cemetery Chapel. Should friends desire, contributions to Rainbow Hospice, M.D.A. or Les Turner ALS would be appreciated. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-3410 or www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 20, 2003.

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brian wilson

July 30, 2003

Jimmy, if I had a nickel for every

laugh we had together! You will

surely be missed by family and many

friends. The world would be a much

better place if we only had more

JIMMY'S

mike becker

July 22, 2003

My life is better having known Curly.

Steve Novak

July 21, 2003

Kathy and family...



Although I only met Curly once, news of his passing touched me deeply. May his life ane memories be a source of comfort to you and your family.



Steve Novak

WGN-TV

Pat Faulkner

July 21, 2003

Kathy, TJ, Joe, Kara

I am shocked and saddened reading of Curly's death.I hope the love you all have for each other helped him through his tremendous struggle and will contiue to comfort you during this time.



Our deepest sympathy,

Pat and Peter Faulkner

Mike and Fran Meschler

July 20, 2003

Dear Kathy and Children:



Our deepest Simpathy to all of you. Curly was a very nice young man who didn't deserve this illness.

Pat and Alex kept us informed of all his suffering. Our heart go out to all of you.

Now his suffering is over.

Always remember the good times.

Of a good and loving husband and father.



Take care

Mike and Fran Meschler

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