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Stephen Merisko Obituary

Stephen Steve J. Merisko, age 77, of Chicago Heights, at rest on February 25th. Steve was the beloved husband of Norma Phyllis, nee Irwin, for 51 years. He was the devoted loving father to his children, Michael [Linda] Merisko, Cindy [Jim] Barry, Mark [Karen] Merisko and Marty [Susan] Merisko. He was the proud grandfather of twelve grandchildren. Steve was preceded in death by his dear parents, Anthony and Anna, his sister, Mary Pekar and brother, Joseph Turza. Visitation was Friday, February 27th from 3 to 8:00 p.m. at Hirsch West End Chapel, 1340 Otto Blvd., in Chicago Heights. A Funeral Service was held at the funeral chapel at 10:00a.m. on Saturday, February 28th. Interment Calvary Cemetery, Steger. Information 708-755-9014

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Published by SouthtownStar on Feb. 26, 2004.

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Nancy Cavallo Bawolek

March 1, 2004

Mike,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.



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Terry & Anna Ott

February 26, 2004

Mike,

We offer you our deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. God Bless you and your family.

Terry and Anna

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