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1934
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2017
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John Eckenstein Obituary
Beloved husband of Suzanne (nee Lucitt) and the late Catherine (nee Walsh) Eckenstein. Loving Father of Catherine (William) Katzenberger, Jean (Richard) Unger and John (Lisa) Eckenstein. Devoted Grandfather of Bill (Angela), Katie, John (fiancée Tracey), Matt (Julie), Sarah, John and Emma. Dear Stepfather of Edward (Ai) Gelband. Step-Grandfather of George and Meg. Devoted Brother of the late Marita (the late Robert) Sheehy, Patricia (John) Shanahan, Jean (the late William) Knight and Helene (the late Willard) Luzzo. Dear uncle and great-uncle of many. President of Avalon Petroleum Company. Visitation Friday 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday 8:45 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 West 151st Street, Orland Park, to St. Michael Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cara Program, 237 South Des Plaines, Chicago, IL 60661 would be appreciated. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878
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Susan Hauser. (Pytel).
March 27, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at the loss of your father. I remember his kindness and love of life and his family.
Steve Shearer
February 23, 2017
John Eckenstein was an early and enthusiastic supporter of me in the beginning days of my career. I would not have been as successful and have met nearly as many wonderful friends and clients without him. I have never forgotten his business tips and have quoted him frequently throughout my life. My sympathies and prayers are with the entire family.
February 20, 2017
Sorry late on condolences John was a proud and well he
should be a Leo Man of 1951. Always a treat to
be with him whatever the occasion would be. I know
your loss is hard but remember the happy tiimes.
John Houlihan '51
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Edward Gelband
February 17, 2017
Love and prayers and thanks. Ai and Edward. George and Meg.
Jonathan Eklund
February 17, 2017
I am so sorry to hear this sad news about your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family during this difficult time.
Jennifer Reed
February 15, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mr Eckenstein was a tremendously nice man and a joy to know growing up. God Bless
Jennifer Martin Reed and Bob
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