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George Widstrand Obituary

GEORGE A. WIDSTRAND, JR. LANSING, IL George A. Widstrand, Jr., age 77, of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully at home Thursday, September 11, 2008. He was born January 22, 1931 to George and Esther Widstrand in Chicago, IL. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Laura (Blocker); sons: George III, Randall (Christine), Jeff (Linda) and David (Desiree); daughter-in-law, Cheryl Widstrand- Hyzy. George was a loving grandfather of Melissa (fiance Patrick Doud) Widstrand, Katie (Jay) Williamson, Eric (Megan) Widstrand, Miranda (Joe) DiGiovanni, Monica Widstrand, Bryan (Stacy) Widstrand, Michael Widstrand, Laurie Widstrand, Megan Widstrand, Kelsey Linn, Connor Widstrand and Logan Widstrand; and loving great-grandfather of Elijah Williamson. George had a love for ping pong and won many medals in Chicago during the 1940's. He was an amazing athlete. George signed with the Chicago White Sox as a short stop at the age of 16. He was also a part owner and baker at Burnham Cakette Bakery in Calumet City, IL from 1963-1987. A visitation will be held Sunday, September 14, 2008 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. at Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home, 3227 Ridge Road, Lansing, IL. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 15, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2505 Indiana Ave., Lansing, IL. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, IL. Please omit flowers.

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Published by The Times from Sep. 13 to Sep. 14, 2008.

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Brian Nelson

September 15, 2008

Dear Widstrand Family,
I am very saddened to hear of your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God provide you peace and comfort.

The Mazurski's

September 14, 2008

Dear Laura and family,
Stan, I, and the children are sending you and your family our deepest sympathy. You are cared about so very much at this time of your loss of your loving husband and wonderful father of your children. Bless you all during your time of sorrow.
Your loving neighbors,
Stan, Diane, Andy, Lillie and Tony Mazurski

Dale Wright

September 14, 2008

From the Wright family; we send our deepest sympathies and condolences. Our friendship has spand many decade. Our families we're entertwined and our businesses flourished. Thanks for all the great memories.
Sincerely,
The Wright's

September 13, 2008

Sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family.
The Price Family

Maria Ward

September 13, 2008

Melissa, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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