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Samuel Maragos Obituary

Sen. Samuel C. Maragos, WWII US Army Vet., beloved husband of Cleo, nee Mavrick; loving father of Dean T. (Antonia), A. John, Dr. James (Mary) and George (Dana); proud grandfather of Nicholas Samuel, Michael, Alexander, Andrew, Samuel, Nicholas George and Anastacia; dear brother of the late Philip; dear brother-in-law of Besse Maragos and Patricia Mavrick; fond uncle to Dean P. Maragos and Rene (John) Grevas; and friend to many. Member of Illinois State Senate, Illinois House of Representatives, Cook County Circuit Court Judge, Chairman Board of Trustees John Marshall Law School, Pan Arcadian Federation of America, A.H.E.P.A., Archon Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantanople, Illinois and Indiana Bar Association, Hellenic Bar Association Founder, Commander American Legion, President of South Chicago Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of Calumet District Boy Scouts - Silver Beaver Award, Board Member of South Chicago YMCA. Funeral Friday, relatives and friends to meet at SS. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 11025 S. Roberts Rd., Palos Hills, at 9:30 a.m. Service begins at 10 a.m. Interment Fairmont-Willow Hill Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Hills Funeral Home, Ltd., 10201 S. Roberts Rd. (8000 W.), Palos Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations to the above church appreciated. Info: 708-598-5880. ''May His Memory Be Eternal.''.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Aug. 24 to Aug. 25, 2005.

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Joe and Carol Fraley

September 1, 2005

Dear Cleo,Dean,Tom,Jim and George: Joe and I wish to express our sympathy on Sam's passing. He will always be remembered. David sends his regards as well.

John Linardakis

August 30, 2005

Dear Dean, Jim and family,

May your father's memory be ever lasting, and his example as an excellent man be inspirational for all people. With our deepest sympathy, John M. Linardakis & family

Marian and Stacey Plato Academy

August 29, 2005

Deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Zoe se sas.

David and Janet Kayner

August 29, 2005

Our sincerest sympathies to your family at this time. Sam has been and always will be an inspiration.

Larry Goldman

August 28, 2005

A fine man !!

Helen (Limberopoulos) Tzamaras

August 27, 2005

Dear Mrs. Maragos and Family,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Maragos. He was such a wonderful, well-respected man who gave so much of himself to the community. We are sorry that we just found out today about his passing. May God give you strength and comfort during this sad time in your lives and may he live forever in your heart and memories. We will never forget him. Our love and prayers are with the Maragos family.

Love,

Anthony & Toula Limberopoulos

John and Helen

Dennis Dickos

August 27, 2005

Dear Cleo and family, We just learned today of Sam's death. My parents, Milton and Theodora, and my sister, Theone send their love and condolences. Dennis Dickos

Jerry Balcer

August 26, 2005

Mr. Maragos,

I never had the privelage of meeting you but, my family and I would like to thank you for helping to lay the foundation, and future, for not only our community but, also for our great country. Thank you for giving so much of yourself to your family, friends and country.

Antigone T. Lambros

August 26, 2005

My Dearest Cleo,

I am so sorry that you have lost your wonderful partner. I have beautiful memories of both of you and of his participation, General Chairman of the Hellenic Heritage Parade, Master of ceremonies of the Hellenic Interlude Radio Show Anniversay Gala and so many other social events in the Hellenic and American community, as a judge, a senator, a beautiful human bean. May his memory be eternal and it will!

Much Love,

Antigone T. Lambros

Jeff Rivlin

August 26, 2005

Dear Dean, Cleo and the entire

Maragos family.



I am so sorry to hear about the loss your father and husband.

Sam was a fine individual and a

shining example of public service.



Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Thinking of you,



Jeff and Lee Rivlin

Jerry and Helene Rivlin

Bonnie and Joel Haber

August 26, 2005

Sam was a vital factor in the growth and success of Fagel, Haber & Maragos, was a fine judge and wonderful person who we wll miss. We express our deepest sympathies.

Pete Georgacopoulos (Honey Bee Restaurant)

August 26, 2005

My wife and I would like to share our sincerest condolences to the loss of your husband. He was a good man.

Allen Fagel

August 26, 2005

Cleo: He was always a true gentleman. I was proud to say he was my partner.

Steve & Elaine Couston

August 26, 2005

So sorry we didn't hear of the passing away of Sam until very late last night. We shall always remember the "good old days" we shared at the Hegewisch church -- its choir, youth clubs, dances, etc. We join the many who are chanting "May his memory be eternal." Our sympathy to you and to your family.

rayandjoanne helm

August 26, 2005

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF SAM MARAGOS.....

JOANNEANDRAYHELM

Jim & Sunny Feeley

August 25, 2005

We should always be thankful for the precious time our loved ones shared their lives with us!

Gary & Patti Menconi

August 25, 2005

Dear Dean,John,Jim & George, How blessed and honored I am to have known such a great man for nearly 40 years. I never spoke to your father when he didn't ask me "hows your mom". I truly cherish the warm and compassionate friendship of the Maragos family. God Bless you all.

West Suburban Branch Of The Chicago Dental Society

August 25, 2005

To Jim, Mary and Family,

Our heartfelt sympathy is with you during this time. May you find comfort in your family and friends.

Stacey Kalkines

August 25, 2005

Although we only saw each other once a year in Florida, we have so many wonderful lasting memories. Our sympathy to "Aunt" Cleo and the rest of the family.

Stacey Kalkines (Nitsa's daughter) and Mary Iervolino (Sam's cousins)

Nick Triantafel

August 24, 2005

A fine man and a fine family. My sympathies to all.



Nick Triantafel

Stephen J. Livaditis

August 24, 2005

Judge Maragos was an incredible man and has left an enviable legacy including a wonderful family. He was incredibly proud (and deservedly so) of Cleo, their four sons and all their grandchildren. His superior intellect and integrity were an inspiration to anyone that had the privilege of knowing him. May his memory be eternal.

Tina Zoumboulis

August 24, 2005

Cleo and Family:

Our day was saddened when we read the obit on your beloved husband and father.

He was always a highly admired man in our book and made our community very proud both American and Greek.

MAY HIS MEMORY BE ETERNAL.Our thoughts will be with you as you grieve his loss.

Love in Christ,

Tina and Jim Zoumboulis

Ann Lousin

August 24, 2005

Dear Cleo and Family: I knew Sam for 34 years, from when he was a state representative and I was a House staff member. We became good friends, and he was delighted that I joined the JMLS faculty four years later. He always worked hard for his constituents, for the people of Illinois, for John Marshall, and for the Greek community. He was always supportive of my work on behalf of the Armenian community, including my cooperation with AHEPA.



I know he had been ill for some time, but we shall all miss him.

McKenna Byrne

August 24, 2005

It was an honor each time I encountered Sen.Maragos. I will remember him fondly and with gratitude for all he has so graciously given to the John Marshall Law School.

F. Willis Caruso

August 24, 2005

The Judge was an important part of the growth and strength of The John Marshall Law School



Our condolences to the family



Bill Caruso

Melvin & Phyllis Sola

August 24, 2005

We sincerely offer deepest condolences to Cleo and her family. She and Sam were valued neighbors at 360 Wellington for many years.

Dixie Peterson

August 24, 2005

Sam was a great friend and colleague and will be remembered always. My deepest sympathies to the family.

Gail & Michael Premer

August 24, 2005

Our heartfelt sympathy to Cleo and all of the Maragos family. Sam touched so many lives in a special way. An accomplished Attorney, Senator and Judge along with his love and dedication to his family. Sam was instrumental as a mentor to Gail in her business and a treasured friend whom we will miss.

Gail & Michael Premer

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