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Leroy Schwaba Obituary
He is survived by his children: Leroy Jr. (Janelle), James (Sharon), Catherine Clemmer, Ann Dingman (David), Virginia Prybell (Richard), and Mary Schwaba (Doug), 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Lee reunites with his parents Peter Schwaba and Joann (Kuchnowski); his beloved wife, Jeanne (Downing); his brothers Joe, Todd, Pete, and twin brother, Jack; his sisters, Katherine Schwaba, Orelle Schalla, and Anita McCauliffe; and his son-in-law Chris Clemmer.
Due to the current pandemic, a public memorial service for Lee will be scheduled on a future date. Lee requested donations be made in his memory to University of Saint Mary of the Lake in Mundelein and St. Jude's Hospital. Info: Wenban Funeral Home(847) 234-0022 or www.wenbanfh.com
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Mary Jean
May 13, 2020
https://youtu.be/YNIs11_R9MI
May 12, 2020
To a wonderful father and grandfather. Your warmth, support, and humor will be sorely missed. Rest in peace with Mom and your family. I am glad you are now at your eternal home with our Lord.
Cath and Eleanore
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