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John R. Tyk

1928 - 2013

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1928

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2013

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John Tyk Obituary

John R. Tyk, age 84, at rest July 13, 2013. Longtime resident of Berwyn, late of Lombard. Veteran of U.S. Army, Korean Conflict. Beloved husband of the late Frances née Truhlar. Loving father of Annie (Anthony P.) Cappetta, John (Beth Broderick) and Michael (Julie). Devoted grandfather of Anthony F., Peter, Gina, Jonathan, Samantha, Aidan, Rowan and Tatum. Great-grandfather of Allison and Grace. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Emily and his brothers Rudy, Ed, Joe and Frank Tyk and sister Ruth. Retired conductor for the CTA . Member of CTA Union Locals 241 & 308 and Riverside Masonic Lodge # 862. Visitation Tuesday, July 16, 2013 from 3-9 P.M. at Gerharz- Cappetta Funeral Home, 501 State St. Lemont. Funeral Services Wednesday 10:30 A.M. at the funeral home. Entombment Woodlawn Cemetery, Forest Park. Info 630-257-2123 or www.gerharzfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 15, 2013.

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Colleen

July 15, 2013

Although we know at such a time there's little we can say,We want to let you know that you are in our thoughts.Uncle Johnny you will be missed. Colleen (Tyk) Rafa and the extended Tyk family.

George Nedved

July 15, 2013

Our sincere condolences to all members of John Tyk's family. He was very happy with his home in Lombard and it was a good move for him. We will remember him fondly. We were so glad to have had a visit with him before our move to Florida. God Bless, George and Maureen Nedved

July 15, 2013

We extend our sympathies to the family of John Tyk. He so enjoyed his home in Lombard and it was a good move for him. We were glad to visit him there before our move to Florida. George and Maureen Nedved

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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Gerharz-Cappetta Funeral Home & Cremation Services

501 State Street, Lemont, IL 60439

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Gerharz-Cappetta Funeral Home & Cremation Services

501 State Street, Lemont, IL 60439

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