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James Centko Obituary
Born: March 5, 1951 in Streator, IL
Died: October 24, 2022 in Springfield, IL
James "Jim" Joseph Centko, 71, of Springfield, formerly of Pana, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022 surrounded by love. He was born and raised in Streator, IL on March 5, 1951, the son of Thomas and Catherine Kutcha Centko.
He is survived by his loving fiancé whom he adored, Nancy Siders of Springfield; three daughters, Rebecca (William) Polacek of Palos Heights, IL, Sally (Ben) Kuhn of Mackinaw, IL, Jill (Richie) Hamm of Bradenton, FL; and eight grandchildren, Ryan (16), Alayna (13), Will (11), Claire (10), Truman (10), Kayla (24), Elijah (14) and Nixen (11); siblings, Thomas (Karen) Centko of Marquette, MI, and Geraldine Miethke of Phoenix, AZ; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and cat companion, Micky.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and beloved dog, Ozzie.
Visitation: 4 - 6 pm, Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Staab Funeral Home – Springfield with a prayer service beginning at 3:45 pm. Immediately following the visitation, a Celebration of Jim's Life will take place from 6 – 7 pm, where stories and memories may be shared.
Funeral Mass: 10 am, Friday, November 4, 2022 at Sacred Heart Church with Rev. James Isaacson officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and SPARC.
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