Peter Lee Vodicka

Peter Lee Vodicka obituary

Peter Lee Vodicka

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Peter Vodicka Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Giancola Funeral & Cremation on Oct. 7, 2025.

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Peter Lee Vodicka, 74. Passed away in peace on September 2, 2025, in Forest Park, Il. Beloved son of his late parents Edward and Mildred Vodicka. His wife Patricia passed many years ago. Dear brother of Paul, uncle to Brian and Kevin and great uncle to three nieces Natalie, Abbey and Emma. Peter attended the Illinois School for the Deaf. While there he was active in sports, playing football and track. After graduation he worked at Kodak in Oakbrook repairing cameras. He lived in Forest Park for many years and was a fixture at the Short Stop keeping the business clean. While living in Forest Park, Charles Bright was a great aid to Peter. Charles would visit him and help with daily needs. Thank-you Charles. Memorial will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery, 7750 Cermack Road, Forest Part, Il. Memorial will commence at 10:00am October 12. 2025.

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