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Anthony Janis Obituary

Janis, Anthony "Tony" Lifelong resident of Chicago Heights, Illinois passed away peacefully on February 26, 2013. Beloved husband of late Virginia (nee Sanfratello); Loving father of Carol Harrison, Donna Janis, and Barbara Parker (son-in-law Dustin); Cherished grandfather of granddaughters, Shanti Kennedy and Sarah (Scott) Parker Collier; Loving brother to late Jean Bowker, late Josephine Bender and late Edward Janis. Dutifully served in the Seabees Unit 592, U.S. Navy as chief ship fitter during WWII. Retired employee of Abex Company after 43 years. Respected member of St. Kieran's Parish, the VFW Post 2825, American Legion Post 131, and Catholic War Veterans Post 1060. Served position of Post Service Officer, Post Business Manager and Lesion Officer, Post Jr. Sr. Commander, State Chief of Staff, and Post Chaplin among many. Rooted deeply in service of the community. He was a good friend to many and will be greatly missed. Visitation Friday, March 1, 2013 from 9:30A.M. until Mass of the Resurrection 10:30A.M. at St. Kieran's Catholic Church 724 W. 195th. St. Chicago Heights. Arrangements by Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home - 540 Dixie Hwy. (at Joe Orr Rd.), Chicago Heights, IL. 60411. For info. call (708) 754-0016

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Published by SouthtownStar on Feb. 28, 2013.

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Bonnie (Bijak) & Bob Norush

March 4, 2013

May the thought that your mom and dad are again together in heaven bring you comfort. Mr. Janis' passing is a tremendous loss to the entire Community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Paula (Julian) Blissett

March 2, 2013

To the family of Tony Janis, my sincerest, condolences. So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers, are with all of you, at this sorrowful time. Amen.

Marsha (Julian) Henning

March 1, 2013

Dear Janis Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss, my thought's and prayer's are with the family, may he rest in peace.
A special heart felt sympathy greeting to you Donna, I lost my dad 28yrs ago (Angelo Julian) and miss him still very much.
Donna I think back to the fun we had in high school, and what a wonderful friendship we shared. again my deepest sympathy to you, god bless and take care.

Joe& Karen Tokarczyk

February 28, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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