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Thomas Janczak Obituary

Thomas E. Janczak of Des Plaines since 1967 Mass for Thomas E. Janczak, 61, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, at St. Zachary Church. Born Oct. 21, 1940, in Chicago, he died Sunday, Jan. 27, 2002, at Lutheran General Hospital. Interment will be private. Mr. Janczak was an engineer for Precise Unity in Des Plaines with 14 years of service. He was the former owner of Sirjam Mold & Tool in Arlington Heights for 14 years. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Judith A. (nee Rapala); sons, Thomas E. (Loretta Knaub) Janczak of Bartlett and Joel E. (Michelle Sims) Janczak of Mount Prospect; daughters, Jennifer Janczak of Schaumburg and Jessica A. (Todd) Cooper of Elk Grove Village; grandchildren, Jacob and Ashley Cooper; brothers, Theodore (Nancy) Janczak of New Hampshire and Jerry (Debra) Janczak of Schaumburg; nieces and nephews, Greg, Katie and Sarah Janczak, and many other nieces and nephews; and father and mother in-law, Edwin and Molly Rapala of Des Plaines. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert (Nancy) Janczak of Palatine. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. today, at Oehler Funeral Home, 555 Lee St., Des Plaines. Masses or memorials to the American Cancer Society are appreciated. Family and friends are invited to sign the guest book at dailyherald.com/obits. For information, (847)824-5155.

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Published by Daily Herald from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2002.

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Linda Carlson Thau

February 23, 2002

Dear Judy and family,

Saddeded to learn of Thom's passing. It seems just yesterday,

so vivid, you walking down the aisle,dancing at your wedding,your first born. Hopefully 40 years of cherished memories will sustain you, comfort you and help ease your present pain. My thoughts are with you. Sincerely,

Lyn (Linda Carlson Thau

Ron & Judy Olsen

February 2, 2002

Ron & I were saddened to hear of Tom's death & wish to extend our condolences. We had no idea Tom was battling cancer. May the love of family & friends comfort & strengthen you in the days ahead.

With love & sympathy, Ron & Judy

Nicole & Wally & Family Kiesel (Anderson)

January 31, 2002

Please know that we are thinking of you and your family, God Bless!

Marsha Brandt

January 30, 2002

Dear Judy & Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. He will be missed by many.

Chris & Tim Pyburn

January 30, 2002

Dear Judy and Family,

We are so very sorry and sad to hear about Thom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Chris and Tim Pyburn

nancy schweinsberg

January 29, 2002

Dear Judy & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your lose. You and your family are in my prayers.

nancy & al schweinsberg

Tom & Lisa Layman (Falzone)

January 29, 2002

Judy and Family, Recently informed of Tom's death, we're deeply sadened. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of hardship.



Love,

Tom & Lisa Falzone-Layman

Tom & Geri Falzone

January 29, 2002

Our Deepest Sympathy to Judy and Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, Tom & Geri

Steve Hayer

January 29, 2002

My family's prayers are with you. It's never easy losing a loved one.

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