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JENNY SAVINIS Obituary
Passed away at her South Side home, on Friday, November 29, 2013. Wife of Ben Savinis; loving mother of Janice, Bobby, and Benny Savinis; and her favorite dog, Syd; sister of Harry and Benny Hebda; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends and members of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, 119 South 15th St., S.S., on Sunday 3-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer Monday 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Adalbert Church Prince of Peace Parish at 10 a.m. For the last four years, Jenny was an active resident of Vincentian Home, volunteering and participating in every Vincentian event. She recently celebrated her 89th birthday. Interment private in accordance with Jenny's wishes.
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December 8, 2013
Janice,
So very sorry to hear about your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Gregory
Michele and Tom Sullivan
December 7, 2013
Dear Janice, and Savinis and Hebda Families, even though we didn't have a lot of personal experience in knowing your mom, we really knew and loved her from all of Susan's wonderful stories about her. May you and all your family find comfort, peace and strength in the days to come from all the beautiful memories you have. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
December 4, 2013
Dear Janice, please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Pat Vannelli (daughter of Dorothy Irlbacher)
Karen Hartley
December 3, 2013
Dear Janice, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
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December 2, 2013
Dear Janice, Jim and I are saddened to learn of your mother's death. May she rest in peace. Sincerely, Donna Grab
Gloria Maurer
December 2, 2013
Dear Janice and family,
I will so miss seeing you and your precious mother coming and going at Vincentian. Mom always had a smile. You were so attentive to her. May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Gloria Maurer (weekend receptionit at Vincentian Home)
December 1, 2013
Savinis/Hebda family:
Deepest sympathy in your loss,
Julie Thimons
December 1, 2013
Jenny was a beautiful person & a true joy & blessing to all of us at Vincentian Home! We have lost a true friend, but Heaven has gained a special treasure! We love and miss you, Jenny!
December 1, 2013
Dear Janice,
I was saddened to hear about your mom's passing. I have such good memories of her from Vincentian Home. She always had a twinkle in her eye and a kind word to say. Your generosity made it possible for her to enjoy her stay at the home. She was so proud of you. May God give you the strength you need at this time. Marleen Dean
(former Activity Manager)
Dom Marasco
November 30, 2013
Janice. I was saddened to learn of Jenny's passing, She will be missed. She made carol smile every Sunday. You are a good daughter Janice.
Dom Marasco (St Stanislaus)
Patti Mangan-Suzio
November 30, 2013
Janice,
My prayers and condolences to you and your family on the passing of your Mom.
November 30, 2013
You are in our thoughts and prayers. It was so good to visit with Aunt Jenny in April. God bless you.
Ray and Pat Farkas
Amy Mamajek-Fu
November 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Savinis/Hebda Family as we celebrate a life well lived.
I will cherish her memories forever.
Bob Suchy
November 30, 2013
Dear Savinis Family
You are in my thoughts and prayers. A loving wife and mother. May she rest in peace.
Janet Walters
November 30, 2013
Janice & Family
I am so sad to hear that Jenny passed away. She was very sweet and loving to all she met. Jenny left the world a better place because of her kindness. She & I had many good times together at VH. Janice, she was especially proud of you (& your brothers). I will keep you & your family in my thoughts and prayers. With sympathy,
Janet Walters
former Assistant Activity Director at VH
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