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James Godowic Obituary

Godowic, James R. Age 88, of Steger, IL passed away on July 30, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Jacquelin Godowic (nee Zumbahlen); loving father of Jill (Jeff) Weier and James T. (Marge) Godowic; cherished grandfather of Christopher (Katie) Weier, James Godowic, Katherine Weier, Kristen Godowic, Daniel Godowic and Cameron Weier; great-grandfather of Skyeleigh Godowic; dear brother of Paul (Frankie Sue) Godowic, Raymond Godowic and the late Agnes Bergin. Visitation Monday, August 5, 2013 from 3:00 until time of funeral service 7:00 p.m. at the Smits Funeral Homes - Steger Memorial Chapel, 3045 Chicago Rd., Steger, IL. Interment will be private. James was a veteran of WWII, a lifetime member of Steger V.F.W. Post #8283 and a Tool & Die Maker for Ford Motor Co. for over 30 years. For further information please contact 708-755-6100 or visit our online guestbook at www.smitsfh.com

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Published by SouthtownStar on Aug. 1, 2013.

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Fr. Gabriel Fox

August 1, 2013

I always enjoyed Jim at gatherings of the Bergin family. May he now be reunited with his loved ones in the Kingdom God has prepared for us.

Vincent Lentini

August 1, 2013

Jim, Marge, & family. So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He will long be in my memories. I always enjoyed times at your house visiting, drinking beer & listening to James' stories! My kids always had fun when your father was there offering advice on how to run that train! With our deepest condolences, Vince & Michelle Lentini & girls.

Lynda Godowic

July 31, 2013

Uncle Jim will be missed for his hilarious wisecracks - I will always remember him pointing to my dad (his brother) and asking me "Where did you find this guy?!" He was extremely kind -such a sweet man & he always saw the good in others.

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