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James Voris Obituary

James P. Voris, Retired CFD, U.S. Navy Veteran. Beloved son of the late Ann and William Voris. Caring Life Partner of Carol Kenny for 30 years. Cherished brother of William Voris, Margaret (Ken) Parise, Thomas (the late Wendy) Voris, Ret. CFD, Richard (Margaret) Voris, Mary (the late Scott Mikel) Lowrey, Daniel (Donna) Voris, CFD & the late Catherine Kofron. Loving uncle and great uncle of many. Dedicated and tireless lifelong friends, caregivers and "man-servants" Ron Fisher and Terry Gainer whose devotion to Jim was remarkable. Funeral Mass Monday 11:30 am at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 9830 S. Vincennes in Chicago. Interment Private. Visitation Sunday from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St. in Oak Lawn. thompsonkuensterfuneralhome.com 708-425-0500

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 14, 2018.

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Janet Byrer

March 25, 2020

Carol, I just received my Christmas card from 2019 back. I was unaware of Jim's passing. Hopefully he and b j will meet in heaven. B j passed with a stroke this past September 2019. I am in Florida for the winter. Jim was one of my favorites out of the bunch of Vietnam buddies. I will be in contact with Duane and sue Goddard and let them know also. I don't know if you will receive this at this late date, however, I know you loved him dearly and are lost without him.

Sandy Azark Ross

December 18, 2018

Jimmy was the neighborhood's funny big brother. The best time of my life in the 50s was after dinner when we went out to play until it got dark. It seemed like everyone played together, tearing through yards and the alley, and hiding in the Voris' garage til the boys found us. Jimmy is a sweet fixture of my youth.
My sympathy to the Voris family and to everyone who knew him.

Terry Franzen

October 16, 2018

Our deepest condolences to family and friends of Jim, we will remember him and you in our prayers. Terry & Kathi Franzen

Joanne Graf

October 14, 2018

Carol so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I am in Florida, as my sister-in-law is not doing good. You and the rest of his family are in out thoughts and prayers.
Al & Joanne Graf

EDWARD RYAN

October 14, 2018

Jim, was always there to help.

Always had a great time anytime we met.
Lots of laughs and beers.

One of the best.

ED RYAN RETIRED CPD

Rich Diver

October 14, 2018

Sorry for your loss. Jim was one of the good guys, always fun to be around. RIP!
Prayers from FL.

C T

October 14, 2018

I am truly sorry for your loss. May you find strength and support from one another. And I hope you can find comfort in the words from 2 Thessalonians 2 : 16.

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14

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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home - Oak Lawn

5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Oct

15

Funeral Mass

11:30 a.m.

St. Margaret of Scotland Church

9830 S. Vincennes, Chicago, IL

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5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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