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Gary Muza Obituary

Gary Walter Muza, age 60, passed away May 15 in Omaha, NE. He was a lifelong resident of Chicago and attended Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Grammar School and St. Michael High School on Chicago's near North Side. He married Julia Hunniford in 1965 and began a 36 year career with the Deluxe Corporation. He is survived by his wife, Julia; his son, LT. Brian Muza, U.S.N.; his daughter-in-law, Cheryl; two sisters and many extended family. Visitation Thursday, May 19, 4 to 9 p.m. at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Friday, May 20, at St. John Cantius Church, 825 N. Carpenter St., Chicago. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, 301 Chicago Ave., Evanston. 773-561-6874.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from May 18 to May 19, 2005.

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David Emmerling

March 5, 2021

Gary was an awesome co-worker. I just found out that he passed away, when I decided to google his name. I was going through a rough time when he left us, so that's why I'm only learning about it now. He had a great sense of humor and I always enjoyed talking to him, and hearing his stories. My condolences to his family.

Mary Hallberg, Ph.D

May 18, 2005

I send my prayers and condolences to all family members, especially Linda Maraba, whose expression of loyalty and love for Gary has touched my heart.

Bruce Muza

May 18, 2005

Bruce and Helen and Pat were so sad to hear of Gary's passing . It is such a shame that it takes something like this to get the family together again. You and Brian will be in our thoughts these next days.

Linda Maraba

May 18, 2005

Since so many of my friends have already written, I think it's clear that my uncle, Gary, was very important to me. At this difficult time, I am striving to remember the words of a college philosophy professor who urged us "not to cry because good times have passed, but to smile because they happened."



I am so grateful that I knew Gary for 40 years and that he shared in so many of my life's adventures. My husband, David, my entire extended family and I will miss him more than words can say.

Gloria & Karl Morse

May 18, 2005

As long-time friends of Linda's, we know how close she is to both of you. Our deepest sympathies are extended to you and your family upon your loss.

MARYANN MORSOVILLO

May 18, 2005

MRS. MUZA, BRIAN AND CHERYL,

FRANK AND I WANT TO EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS VERY SAD TIME.

SINCERELY,

FRANK AND MARY ANN MORSOVILLO

Gladys M Schubach

May 18, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Gary was a very kind person and I cherish the times I shared with him and the family. You will always be remembered by all of us.

Ed & Joann Zamora

May 18, 2005

Sorry to hear about your loss, we will keep you in our prayers. Your family has always had a special place in our hearts.

Peter & Anna Zamora

May 18, 2005

We will keep your family in our prayers, sorry for your loss. Gladys always spoke highly about your family. We know he was a special person.

Gladys M Schubach

May 18, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Gary was a very kind person and I cherish the times I shared with him and the family. You will always be remembered.

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