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JOHN MOLFESE Obituary

ELK GROVE VILLAGE - John W. Molfese, 71, of Elk Grove Village for 37 yrs. passed away October 22, 2015. John was a retired 19 year employee of Home Depot and a member of the Train Collectors Association. Beloved husband of Louise A. nee Malek for 40 years and loving son of the late Frank J. and the late Elvera nee Calfa. A funeral Mass will be held Saturday, Oct. 31 at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, in Schaumburg. Interment at a later date. For information, call 847-640-0566 or visit grovememorialchapel.com.

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Published by Daily Herald from Oct. 28 to Oct. 29, 2015.

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Liane Callahan

October 30, 2015

Louise,
Words, however kind, cannot mend your heartache; but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and piece of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.

Liane and family
Lorraine Calfa Copitas and family

Mike Perrella

October 29, 2015

We are deeply saddened by Wayne's sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Louise and family. We have fond memories of him from family gatherings. We will surely miss Wayne and his jovial attitude.

Tom Perrella

October 29, 2015

We are so sorry for the loss of Cousin Wayne. He was one of my favorite cousins and I loved his hoppy shop when I was a kid. He will me missed and our prayers are with you and the whole family.

Gina Berman

October 29, 2015

We were so sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. He was always a favorite cousin. He will be missed.Gina (Perrella) Berman

October 28, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort help you doing this difficult time. Psalms 83 : 18.

Patricia Palm

October 28, 2015

I'll always think of John as more than a friend. To me he was a teacher who shared so much with me...
Going to miss you

Patsy Jacobsen

October 28, 2015

John we will miss you at STDL Bingo and you will always be in our hearts. You made the best Popcorn. Thanks for all of your hard work.

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1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL

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