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Michael Czaja Obituary
The Honorable Michael F. Czaja, of Chicago, passed away Monday, July 24, 2017 after fighting a long battle with lymphoma. Michael loyally served the city of Chicago and Cook county for 50 years as both a lawyer and a judge and is a proud Army Air Force Veteran, having served in WWII South Pacific and the Korean War. Loving father of Chris (Sheri) Chaja and Michelle (Gary) Reynolds. Beloved son of the late John and Josephine Chaja. Fond grandfather of Michael, Jack and Luke Reynolds and Hanna Chaja. Dear brother of John Chaja, Jr., and the late Valetic, Stanley, and Stella. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Family and friends to gather Wednesday, July 26th for memorial visitation 3pm until time of service 7:30pm at DuPage Memorial Chapel. 951 W. Washington St., West Chicago, Illinois 60185. (630) 293-5200. In lieu of flowers, donations to Jack H. Marston II Melanoma Fund at www.jacksfund.org.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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August 4, 2017
Michelle, Chris and family.
We extend our deepest sympathy to you all. We are so sorry for your loss.
Warm regards,
Rosanna and Patrick
Chyrese Wolf
July 26, 2017
While I never knew the honorable judge, my grandmother Jenny Walenga, nee Kondieus, often spoke very highly of her cousin. While she departed in 1996, I'm quite confident she would want me to express her condolences to the family and to express that Michael was highly respected by his distant relations as well. On behalf of Jenny Walenga, our sincere condolences to family and friends of the Honorable Michael Czaja
DA Rich
July 25, 2017
Dear Michelle and Chris I am so saddened to hear of the passing of the honorable Judge Michael. A very humble man who touched the lives of so many. May the God of all comfort be with you during tis difficult time. Ex. 6:3
July 25, 2017
On Behalf of the Ninth District Cook County American Legion.
Please accept our condolences over the loss of your veteran service member.
Our prayers go with you at this time of grief.
Respectfully,
Reverend Paul Laws
Ninth District American Legion
Adjutant
Suzanne Prewitt
July 25, 2017
I knew the Judge casually and always enjoyed discussing politics with him, especially Chicago politics. Sharp mind and sassy wit.
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