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Joseph Sikich Obituary

JOSEPH J. SIKICH FORMERLY OF CALUMET CITY, IL Joseph J. Sikich, age 93, late of Aurora and formerly of Calumet City. Beloved husband of the late Ann (nee Zarkovich). Loving father of Joan (Kevin) McCann, Ralph (Sandy) Sikich and Joseph (Celeste) Sikich. Devoted grandfather of nine. Cherished great-grandfather of seven. Dearest brother of late John (late Margaret) Sikich. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mr. Sikich was a retired supervisor for General Mills. Visitation Tuesday, December 29, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. until time of prayers at 10:30 a.m. at the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago, IL to Mother of God Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Heart Association appreciated. (773) 731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by The Times on Dec. 27, 2009.

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Tracy Novak Weber

January 14, 2010

Grandpa Joe will forever be remembered. My deepest sympathies go out to the families.

Kelly Ruffolo

January 14, 2010

To "Frampa" I will always remember the times you took me to "Kiddy Land" and rode all the rides with me. Even when they made you sick. Tell Grandma Ann and Uncle Joey we love and miss them.

We will see you again....just not yet

~Grandaughter Kelly (Sikich) Ruffolo

Granddaughter Sarah Sikcih

January 11, 2010

I miss you grandpa, and love you. Please take care of my dad, he is with you now...

January 10, 2010

Miss and love you Gramps, you are in good hands. Granddaughter, Jenny.

Rachel bowman

January 2, 2010

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

December 28, 2009

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your dad and grandfather. May He hold you in the palm of His hand at this time of sorrow.

Gloria Gniewek DeLuco & family
Wheaton, IL

December 28, 2009

My deepest sympathies to the Sikich family.

RENEE SIMANSON

December 27, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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