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RAYMOND PIPALA Obituary
Raymond F. Pipala, US Army, beloved husband of Esther, nee Fudell; loving father of Greg (Mary) Pipala, Jeff (Susan) Pipala and the late Kimmy Pipala Safstrom; cherished grandfather of Phil, Nick, Shayne, Kiel, Tyler, Alexis and the late Brad; fond great-grandfather of Andrew. Funeral Wednesday 9:15 a.m. from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn to St. Gerald Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Visitation Tuesday from 3 to 9 p.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. 708-425-0500 To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for RAYMOND PIPALA
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Maureen Mrugala
May 11, 2011
Dear Esther & Family
We are so sorry to hear of Ray's death. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you always. You guys are great neighbors. Call on us anytime.
With love & prayers
Fred & Maureen
May 9, 2011
Dear Esther and Family this sympathy comes from one of your neighbors or your Lake Holiday family. We will always carry with us the the fond memories of the Lake. We will continue to pray for your peace. Joe and Nancy Mrstik Ft. Myers Florida
Chris Smarz
May 9, 2011
Dear Esther and family,
Please accept my sympathy on the death of Ray and may memories
take some of the sadness from your hearts, and gently replace it
with the warmth of shared moments and a promise of peace to come.
Praying for the entire family, Chris Smarz
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