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Jean Zak Obituary
Jean T. Zak (nee Grelewicz)
ST. JOHN, IN - Jean T. Zak, (nee Grelewicz), age 88, late of St. John, IN and formerly of the West Pullman neighborhood in Chicago passed away on April 23, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Richard Zak. Loving mother of Richard (Bette) Zak, Michael (Beth) Zak, Larry (Fiance Kathy Loomis) Zak and Tim (Patti) Zak. Devoted grandmother of Rachael (Jon), Josh (Mary Kathryn), Jennifer, Nick (Fiance Hannah), Jake and Olivia. Cherished great-grandmother of Jeremy, Cheyenne, Elliott, Asher, Lincoln, Arlo and Delaney. Jean is preceded in death by her parents Barney and Frances Grelewicz, siblings Martha, Ceil, Betty, Marie and Stanley. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Jean was a member of Dyer Town and Country Homemakers, VFW Women's Auxiliary, TOPS #990, long time active member of St. John the Evangelist Church since 1972, where she was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society.
Visitation Thursday, April 29, 2021 from 8:30 a.m. until time of prayers at 10:30 a.m. at the ELMWOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL 11300 West 97th Lane (1/2 block west of U. S. 41 / Wicker Ave. at 97th Lane) St. John, IN 46373. After visitation and prayers, we will proceed to St. John the Evangelist Church Day Chapel (Corner of U.S. 41 / 93rd Ave.) St. John, IN for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Cemetery private. Due to the Covid 19 pandemic facial covering and social distancing are required. 219-365-3474. www.elmwoodchapel.com.
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Susan Alamillo
April 22, 2022
I will never forget you. You touched my heart the day I met you, and continued to do so from that point on. I think of you, especially on holidays, and miss you. God bless you in Heaven.
Susan and Joseph Alamillo
May 17, 2021
Mrs. Zak, you (and Mr. Zak) touched our hearts within moments of knowing you. What a gift you gave to us, and to all those you knew. We will greatly miss you. Strength and love to the Zak family.
The Kalemba Family (Andie, was a student of Mr. Zak)
April 29, 2021
Mr. Zak, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dorothy and Chris Cole
April 29, 2021
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your Mother.
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Jim and Linda Gustis
April 28, 2021
Rich, Larry, Michael and Tim , we were so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. She was such a sweet and loving lady and she was so proud of her family. She was such a good friend for many years. Our sympathy is with all of you and your families. We hope all the good memories will help you through this difficult time.
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