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Irene Radke Obituary

Irene Mary Radke, 90, beloved wife of the late Walter George Radke. Loving mother of Michael Radke and Therese Radke. Cherished grandmother of Wheat Elizabeth Radke Smalley. Survived by her sister Rose Gajewski. Preceded in death by her brothers Stanley, Walter, Frederick, Theodore, and John Lechowicz. Devoted parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Church. Visitation Saturday, 9-10 AM at Villa Scalabrini, 480 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake, followed by the funeral Mass at 10 AM. Interment, Queen of Heaven. (708) 562-0044. www.northlakefuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 6, 2014.

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March 13, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

Edward Minieka

March 11, 2014

Dear Michael and Theresa,
Your mom and I worked together at Mercantile MDC during the 1960's. I was there when the call came in that your father passed away suddently near the train station. None of use will ever forget the shock. I will always remember Irene with great fondness.

Thanksgiving with Rosie

Micki Maes

March 8, 2014

Thanksgiving with Rosie

Micki Maes

March 8, 2014

Rob, Micki and Mila Maes

March 8, 2014

Aunti Irene is a wonderful soul. We are so sorry we can't be there in person. We love you Teri. xoxoxo

Andy & Jeanne Gajewski

March 7, 2014

Dear Terry and Mike,
Our condolences on your loss. You mom was a very caring woman, and I'm sure the Lord will have a special place for her.

Andy & Jeanne Gajewski

Irene & Steve Flebbe

March 7, 2014

Teri - we are so sorry for your loss. We know how hard it is to lose your mother. If you need to talk and share, we are here for you.

John & Peggy Duffy

March 6, 2014

Terri-Don't know if you remember us-we were friends of Scott Haram. Please accept our sympathy. I know how hard it is to lose your mom, we lost both of ours 4 & 5 yrs. ago. You're in our thoughts & prayers.

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Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Villa Scalabrini

480 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake, IL

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Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Villa Scalabrini

480 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake, IL

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140 E. North Ave, Northlake, IL 60164

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