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Sonia Zmuda Obituary

Sonia W. Zmuda, nee Wolczek, age 93, late of West Pullman, passed away on Oct. 7, 2005, beloved wife of the late Benjamin Zmuda (1986); devoted mother of Carl (Louise) Zmuda and Marcia (Jim Blair) Zmuda; proud grandmother of Laura (Mark) Buckley and Benjamin J. Zmuda; dearest sister of the late Walter (late Gloria) Wolczek, late Casimir (Emily) Wolczek and the late Wesley Wolczek; fond aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews; loved by numerous dear friends and neighbors. Visitation Friday, Oct. 14, 2005 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Prayer Service Saturday 9:15 a.m. from the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt. 6/159th St.), South Holland, IL, to Holy Ghost Catholic Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, IL. Memorials to SS. Peter and Paul Church, 12433 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL or the charity of choice appreciated. 708-333-7000.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 13, 2005.

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Dennis Dryzga

October 14, 2005

I really enjoyed Sonia's visits to Mom's house. Sonia was a lot of fun and was sure a good sport about winning and losing at cards. She was a good listener and gave her matured opinion in a tactful way.

Therese Quinn

October 13, 2005

I enjoyed the visits with Sonia at my momÍs. I will miss her.

Loretta Miller

October 13, 2005

During my visits to my Grandmother, seeing Sonia was always a treat. She was a nice lady and a good friend. She will be missed.

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