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Gina Pappas Obituary

Gina Marie Pappas, age 41, passed away suddenly on May 10, 2008, as the result of a car accident. She was born and raised in Richton Park, IL and is survived by her seven-year old son, Zachary Panozzo. Gina was the beloved daughter of Elspeth Pappas and the late James Pappas, and sister of Anthony Pappas. The family has requested that donations be made to her son: Zachary Panozzo, c/o Standard Bank, 15901 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL 60452- (708) 499-2062 ext. 62820. Private services handled by Hirsch Funeral Homes & Crematory, Matteson, IL.

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Published by SouthtownStar from May 16 to May 18, 2008.

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Patty (Lewis) Rusthoven

June 1, 2008

Mrs. Pappas,
I am very saddened to hear of this tragedy. My heart and prayers go out to you, Tony and Zachary.

Shirley and Douglas Buchanan

May 25, 2008

Dear Liz and Tony,
We were so sorry to hear of Gina's passing. Our love and prayers are offered for you both and for Zachary.

Dorlynn McDonnell

May 23, 2008

Liz, I was so sorry to hear about Gina. You and Tony have my deepest sympathy. I tried to contact you but the number I have was disconnected. I know Karen will now be taking care of Gina, so you won't have to worry. You are all in my prayers.

Chris Carpenter

May 21, 2008

I'm sorry for your loss, i didnt know Gina that well but what i did know was that she had a great spirit about her. She was kind to others, an loved her son .God bless you all.

Sherri (Gulik) & John Genis

May 21, 2008

We are truly sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Gina was taken too soon. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

John O'Sullivan

May 21, 2008

To the Friends and Family of Gina,

Words alone cannot express how terrible Gina's passing truely is. My heart goes out to the entire family and her friends. Her larger than life smile and amazing personality will certainly be missed by all. She truely touched everyones life she came in contact with. You will all be in my prayers.

Lou Cantu

May 21, 2008

Liz- You have our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family in these times. Gina was a gift taken much too soon from this world. We have you and Tony in our thoughts daily. Love, Lou, Tammy and Michaela Cantu

Suzanne Gutrich

May 20, 2008

Dear Pappas Family,

My heart is broken with the passing of Gina. No words can ease the pain, but please know that I loved and respected Gina very much and will miss her dearly.

A contribution will be made to the love of her life, Zachary.

Love, Sue "Q" Gutrich

Sandi Adams-Black

May 19, 2008

Liz, I was shocked to hear of your daughter, Gina's tragic death. You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this very trying time. My heart goes out to you. Sandi Adams Black

Becky (Hoger) Chewning

May 19, 2008

Dear Liz,
Paula Cassady called me yesterday and told me about Gina. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will remain in our prayers.

Fran Cannon

May 18, 2008

LIZ, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Gina from seeing her at Cracker Barrel with "Uncle Frank" Manno and my late husband Tom. So sweet and such a great personality. Take care.

Debbie (Kulak) Pascarella

May 18, 2008

The Pappas Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Gina's passing she was way too young, she always had a smile on her face. My sympathies to you and your family as you go through this difficult time.

Reinhold, Teresa & Reina Doetterl

May 18, 2008

We were deeply saddened by the news of Gina's passing. We pray for Mom, Tony, little Zachary and all the family and friends whose lives she touched.

Pat Baldauf

May 17, 2008

Dear Pappas Family,
I didn"t know Gina that well but during the time the time I did I knew how much she loved her family and her son. I offer you my sympathy and I am so sorry for your loss. She will always be in prayers.
Pat & Ron Baldauf

TERI JOHNSON-PEREA

May 17, 2008

MRS. PAPPAS & TONY,
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR THE NEWS ABOUT GINA. SHE WAS A GREAT FRIEND THAT WE ALL LOVED. GINA ALLOWED ME TO BE A PART OF YOUR GREAT FAMILY AS A YOUNG GIRL. THANK YOU FOR WELCOMING ME & FOR ALL THE GREAT MEMORIES. I KNOW GINA IS AT PEACE. WE WILL ALL MISS HER WARM HEART & GREAT SMILE.

Debbie Gallagher

May 16, 2008

Elspeth & Tony, I am so sorry to hear about Gina, she was a great person. She will be missed. I will be making a donation for her son. I tried to call but the number I have is incorrect. Take care of each other know that you both are loved.
Love, Debbie (Nichols) Gallagher

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