Mr. James E. Hackiewicz

Mr. James E. Hackiewicz obituary, Tinley Park, IL

Mr. James E. Hackiewicz

James Hackiewicz Obituary

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James E. Hackiewicz, late of Mokena, IL. Husband of Berenice M. Caden "nee Hackiewicz. Passed away Friday July 15, 2022, Jim passed away in his home surrounded by family after a long battle with Parkinson's. Born July 19, 1937, in Chicago. Son of Edward and Bernice Hackiewicz. Brother to Joan Edwards and Joyce James. He is survived by his wife of 64 years. Berenice Caden Hackiewicz. Children James (Callie) Hackiewicz, Robert (Debra) Hackiewicz, Thomas Hackiewicz and William (Margaret) Hackiewicz. Grandfather to Jamie Hackiewicz Cobb, Jesse Hackiewicz, Andrew Hackiewicz Destanie Hackiewicz Mazurek. Karlee and Kevin McMaster and US Army Staff Sargeant Eric Boulanger Jim was a loving husband and father as well as an active fisherman. Jim took great pride in teaching all his children and grandchildren how to fish and to respect the outdoors. There will be a private family service only.

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19604 South Wolf Road, Mokena, IL 60448

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January 17, 2026

Carol Holleman posted to the memorial.

July 29, 2022

Q Joyce James posted to the memorial.

July 27, 2022

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Carol Holleman

January 17, 2026

Sorry to see that Jim passed away!My husband,Jim Holleman loved him as a brother and always respected him,my thoughts are with you!

Q Joyce James

July 29, 2022

I loved my big brother with all my heart. He was larger than life to me. He was so kind and gentle I'll be so happy to see him again one day.

Rest in peace my sweet and loving Jimmy.

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