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JOSEPH BAFFA Obituary

Joseph N. Baffa, 81, formerly of Chicago. Loving husband of Patricia R., nee Colt; beloved father of Cynthia A. (E.J. Findorff) Baffa and James J. (Lisa Rose) Baffa; proud grandfather of Danielle, Jared, Nicholas and Zachary; dear brother of the late Bob (Joanne) and the late Frank (Signe) Baffa; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday from 3 to 9 p.m. at Oehler Funeral Home, 2099 Miner St., Des Plaines, where services will be held Friday, 11:30 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Memorial gifts to your favorite charity appreciated. 847-824-5155 or www.oehlerfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 18, 2012.

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Skokie Chiropractic

July 20, 2012

Our thoughts are with Cindy the entire Baffa family. We had the pleasure of meeting Joe and are truly grateful for that. Much love.

Brenda Hanson-Baffa

July 19, 2012

We all loved Uncle Joe, he was a great and funny guy and certainly will be missed... We are so sorry for your loss Aunt Pat, Cindy, Jimmy and all the grand kids, family and friends... Love, Brenda, Brooke and Nicky

July 18, 2012

To Cindy and the Baffa Family, So sorry to hear of your Fathers passing, it is always hard to loose a parent. May God help you all through this difficult time. I am sure he is up in heaven looking upon all of you.
God Bless, Elva & Linda Jess

Chip Baffa

July 18, 2012

I am so sorry for my Aunt Pat, cousin Jimmy and Cindy. My thoughts are with you during this time and I will always have fond memories of Uncle Joe. He will be greatly missed.

Ron and Stephanie Wink

July 18, 2012

We were saddened to hear about Joe's passing. He was such a kind man and will be missed very much. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Pat and family in your time of sorrow. There is a saying grief is the price we must pay for love and he was loved by many. You are in our prayers.

July 18, 2012

To the family of Joseph Baffa may God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer - Philipians 4:6,7. My deepest sympathy

tom baffa

July 17, 2012

It sorrows me deeply to know my Uncle Joe has passed. He was a quiet giant of a man. I sincerely hope Aunt Pat, Cindy, Jimmy and everyone who loved him can make it through this difficult time. Remembering the life that Uncle Joe had may make everyone feel a little better. He will be truly missed. God bless you, Uncle Joe!

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