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John Vlahavas Obituary
John W. Vlahavas, 78, Chicago, IL. Passed away peacefully Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Visitation will be held Friday, April 3, 2026 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Interment will remain private. For additional information call 847-685-1002.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Cooney Funeral Home
625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068
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