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George Ralph Hornung

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Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home & Cemetery

11333 South Central Ave

Oak Lawn, Illinois

George Hornung Obituary

George Ralph Hornung, Veteran of the Korean War, beloved husband of Grayce, nee Petitfils, preceeded in death by his son George Jr.; devoted father of Eileen, Bryan, Kevin, Marian Grayce (Randy) Badeaux, Jimmy (Debbie), Michael and Connie; loving son of the late George and Ruth Hornung, nee Lyons; dearest ''Papa'' of eight adoring grandchildren; fond brother of Bob (Sue), Jan (George) Tyhurst and Tom; cherished uncle of his nieces and nephews; and a dear friend to many. George was ''Chief of Police'' for the Illinois Police Reserve and a proud member for over 12 years. Visitation Thursday, 2 to 9 p.m. at Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home, 11333 S. Central Ave., Oak Lawn. Funeral Service and Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Little Company of Mary Hospice, 9800 Southwest Highway, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 would be appreciated. For info: 708-636-1200.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 26, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for George Hornung

Sponsored by McMahon Family & all of his grandchildren. In loving memory of Papa.

16 Entries

Patsy DiGiacomo

February 24, 2021

George, we really, really miss you. You were greatly loved by all who were privileged to know you

debbie & jimmy hornung

March 22, 2003

DAD, YOU SURE WERE A SPECIAL PART OF OUR LIVES.YOU & MOM ARE THE BEST PARENTS A PERSON WOULD EVER WANT. I WILL ALWAYS HAVE ONLY THE BEST MEMORIES OF YOU & HOW GREAT OF A FATHER YOU WERE.WE WILL SURELY MISS YOU VERY MUCH & WE LOVED YOU VERY MUCH. LOVE, JIMMY & DEBBIE

Eileen Hornung/Fehrenbacher

March 14, 2003

my dearest mother you have been so strong for me and all my girls and little Michaeal as wellI only hope that I may experience the love you and my father shared you gave selfellnessly in the name of love for the sake of love you both have made my world and the world of my children truly complete for I no now what true love is and will always cherish it fore we never no when it will be gone not gone but ever so missed you have both together taught me the meaning of true love and hope i only pray that I may pass this on to my children and them to theirs mom you are trully a wonderful woman and dad a wonderful man how blessed we all were to have you both mom for i no you are so heart broken as am I but like you have alwasys told me in time this saddness to shall pass i love you with all my heart and soul i will always remember the things you both have showed me and taught me by just being you to together as one i love you.

Emily Fehrenbacher

March 8, 2003

Dear papa,

i will miss u so much i wish you didnt have to go so soon! you were the best papa and the only papa! you made mr laugh with your little jokes! and everytime i talk to u on the phone or saw you i would smile! you would always pull my hair and look at me at the supper table just to annoy me! i always told grandma to tell you to stop and she would say George leave her alone and we would always have races to see who would get done with there plate first and who always one you did papa! I will miss you so much! Love Always Emily Ann

Emily Fehrenbacher

March 8, 2003

My Papa was the best papa ever he was always there to talk and always there to cheer me up i wish he would have gone so soon i will miss him and all his little jokes they always made me smile or tell on him to grandma saying that papa kept pulling my hair and wont stop looking at me at the supper table! i will always remember him within my heart for ever and ever!

i love you papa love always Emily Ann!~

Karon Basile

March 8, 2003

Annie Grayce and Family,

They didn't come any better than my uncle George, a very kind and gentle soul. He was always willing to lend a hand whenever and wherever needed. He was a great uncle, a wonderful pal, a terrific baby sitter and just an all around really nice easy going guy. I will miss him always, remember him often and when I think of him, a smile will always come to my face. Good night sweet prince. We will all meet again..

Love Karonkakes and Family

Patsy and Joe DiGiacomo

March 6, 2003

Dearest Friend, We have only fond, loving memories of you and the good times that we had together. We will miss you and we will remember you always.Our love and prayers, Patsy and Joe

Margaret Graham-Barajas

March 5, 2003

Mrs. H. and family, my deepest sympathy goes out to you all. I have great memories of such a great man. Mr. H. was a very loving, caring and truly respectul man. I remember 15-17 years ago, Mr. H. would drive to Hickory Hills to pick up my disabled sister Beth and I and take us for Ice Cream. Mr. H. would make Beth feel like she was on top of the world. Christmas of last year, as my family sat around mom and dads dinner table, we all talked about growing up. Do you know Beth, with the biggest smile.. looked at me and said, Margaret remember when Connies dad would pick us up and take us to the Plush Horse for Ice Cream.. I responded sure do.. with a smile in return to Beth I said.. wow what a great man he truly is-and such great memories of growing up.. I also remember growing up.. stopping by on holidays at the Hornung house.. Mrs. H could sure cook up a mean pot of Gumbo.. wow tears in my eyes.. I remember Mr. H., made me try Grits.. I kept tellig him no..I don't think I like Grits.. he looked sternly at me and said at least try.. if after you try the Grits and you don't like them.. then you can tell me you don't like them.. much to my dismay I liked the bowl of grits with butter and sugar.. :) He is a man that will truly be missed by ALL!! My prayers are with you Mrs. H. Hugs and Kisses..

Love Margaret "Peggy"

Constance Hornung

March 4, 2003

There was never a day that went by that I and your grandson felt the love comfort and understanding that you have given to not only your family but everyones heart that you have touched you will never be forgotten you will always be loved.love you always your daughter and grandson.

SUSAN DONOVAN

March 4, 2003

DEAR, GRAYCE,BRYAN,KEVIN, MARIAN GRAYCE,JIMMY,MICHAEL,CONNIE,AND EILEEN, GEORGE WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE,SUCH A GOOD PERSON AND SO FUNNY. I WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH. MY MEMORIES OF THE 9 YEARS WE SPENT AS NEIGHBORS ARE VERY PRECIOUS TO ME AND I WILL KEEP THEM WITH ME FOREVER. MAY THE SUPPORT OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF HEALING. LOVE "AUNT" SUE DONOVAN

Eileen Hornung/Fehrenbacher

March 4, 2003

My fathers whole life has been a tribute to goodness,kindness,caring,and generosity.Theres really no need for words because my Dads life spoke loud and clear enough.Its funny how they say there is no heroes or good men for our kids to look up to but if you want a great example of a great man you didnt have to look ant futher than my dad.My heart pounds with sadness knowing you are no longer hereh for me but your love and memories will live on forever I love you so your daughter Eileen /Jelly bean

margaret mcmahon

March 1, 2003

Dear Papa,

God has chosen to take you from us. We pray that the Lord will give us, his family & friends the strength to carry on your memories.

We will miss you so much. We will never forget your smile, laughter & always being there for us whenever we needed you. The Lord has spared you of your pain by taking you at an early age. We pray that the Lord eases us of the endless pain we feel so deeply now that you are gone from our life but will never be gone from our hearts. We can only hope & pray of your happiness knowing that you are now with your parents & Georgie, and the many of friends that have gone before you. May God bless you. Goodbye Papa til me meet again. Love forever Margaret, Phil, Jennifer, Kevin, Melanie & Ryan

Jennifer, Roger, & Robert with Accelerated

February 28, 2003

George was a wonderful asset to Accelerated. We have really enjoyed working with him. He will truly be missed by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends.

Ismael Rosa Jr

February 27, 2003

To the Hornung family, Chief Hornung was loved by many, and will be missed. Working with the Chief for the past five years he has showed me Leadership, Integrity, and Loyalty. My families thoughts and prayers are with your families. All our love,

Ret. Sgt. Ismael Rosa, Jr./Finance Officer, and Family

Ismael Rosa, Jr.

Rt-8-Box 1320

Mission, TX 78574

956-605-0045

Marlene Cazeau

February 26, 2003

I will always remember the fun the four of us had. Bill and George are together again, I hope they are eternally happy. Love and prayers, Marlene Cazeau

Megan Cazeau

February 26, 2003

To the Hornung family, Uncle George was loved by many, and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. All our love, Jeanann, Billy and Megan Cazeau.

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